Indonesia
Country statistics · 1990–present
Indonesia at a Glance
Indonesia is home to 283.5 million people as of 2024, with a population that is growing rapidly. At a GDP per capita of $6,543, it is a lower-middle-income economy — reflecting an economy in active development. Life expectancy at birth stands at 71.3 years, below the global average.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 283.5 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 15.8 and a death rate of 7.6 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at 8.1 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly 2 million additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Indonesia is a major economy by global standards, with a total GDP that is projected at $1.9 trillion (2029 IMF projection). At $6,543 per person, it is classified as a lower-middle-income economy — reflecting an economy in active development. Real GDP growth is projected at 5.2% in 2029, representing solid growth. The unemployment rate is projected at 4.7% (2029 IMF projection), indicating a relatively tight labour market.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 71.3 years (2024), below the global average. Current health expenditure per person is $132 (2023), representing very low per-capita healthcare spending, a common constraint in lower-income economies. The adult literacy rate stands at 96.0% (2020), reflecting high literacy rates. 72.8% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating strong digital connectivity. Access to safe drinking water reaches 30.5% of the population (2024), representing limited safe drinking water access, a significant public health priority.