Congo, Dem. Rep.
Country statistics · 1990–present
Congo, Dem. Rep. at a Glance
Congo, Dem. Rep. is home to 109.3 million people as of 2024, with a population that is growing very rapidly. At a GDP per capita of $1,259, it is a low-income economy — reflecting an economy where significant development opportunity remains. Life expectancy at birth stands at 62.1 years, well below the global average, reflecting ongoing public health challenges.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 109.3 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 40.9 and a death rate of 8.4 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at 32.5 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly 4 million additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Congo, Dem. Rep. is a smaller economy, with a total GDP that is projected at $153 billion (2029 IMF projection). At $1,259 per person, it is classified as a low-income economy — reflecting an economy where significant development opportunity remains. Real GDP growth is projected at 5.4% in 2029, representing solid growth.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 62.1 years (2024), well below the global average, reflecting ongoing public health challenges. Current health expenditure per person is $23 (2023), representing very low per-capita healthcare spending, a common constraint in lower-income economies. The adult literacy rate stands at 68.5% (2023), reflecting literacy rates that remain a key development focus. 19.7% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating limited internet penetration, with significant scope for digital expansion. Access to safe drinking water reaches 11.9% of the population (2024), representing limited safe drinking water access, a significant public health priority.