Denmark
Country statistics · 1990–present
Denmark at a Glance
Denmark is home to 6 million people as of 2024, with a population that is broadly stable in size. At a GDP per capita of $91,891, it is a high-income economy — placing it among the wealthiest nations per person. Life expectancy at birth stands at 82.3 years, above the global average.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 6 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 9.5 and a death rate of 9.5 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at 0.0 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly 0 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Denmark is a mid-sized economy, with a total GDP that is projected at $567 billion (2029 IMF projection). At $91,891 per person, it is classified as a high-income economy — placing it among the wealthiest nations per person. Real GDP growth is projected at 1.5% in 2029, representing modest growth. The unemployment rate is projected at 2.9% (2029 IMF projection), indicating effectively at full employment.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 82.3 years (2024), above the global average. Current health expenditure per person is $6,745 (2024), representing a high level of healthcare investment per person. 99.8% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating near-universal internet access. Access to safe drinking water reaches 99.9% of the population (2024), representing near-universal access to safe drinking water.