Bolivia
Country statistics · 1990–present
Bolivia at a Glance
Bolivia is home to 12.4 million people as of 2024, with a population that is growing rapidly. At a GDP per capita of $6,333, it is a lower-middle-income economy — reflecting an economy in active development. Life expectancy at birth stands at 68.7 years, below the global average.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 12.4 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 21.0 and a death rate of 7.2 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at 13.9 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly 172,000 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Bolivia is a smaller economy, with a total GDP that stood at $81 billion (2026). At $6,333 per person, it is classified as a lower-middle-income economy — reflecting an economy in active development. The economy recorded a significant contraction of 3.3% in 2026. With an unemployment rate of 4.5% (2026), the labour market reflects a relatively tight labour market.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 68.7 years (2024), below the global average. Current health expenditure per person is $255 (2023), representing very low per-capita healthcare spending, a common constraint in lower-income economies. The adult literacy rate stands at 96.7% (2024), reflecting high literacy rates. 79.7% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating strong digital connectivity.