Iran, Islamic Rep.
Country statistics · 1990–present
Iran, Islamic Rep. at a Glance
Iran, Islamic Rep. is home to 91.6 million people as of 2024, with a population that is growing steadily. At a GDP per capita of $3,702, it is a low-income economy — reflecting an economy where significant development opportunity remains. Life expectancy at birth stands at 77.9 years, close to the global average.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 91.6 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 12.6 and a death rate of 4.8 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at 7.8 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly 716,000 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Iran, Islamic Rep. is a mid-sized economy, with a total GDP that is projected at $335 billion (2029 IMF projection). At $3,702 per person, it is classified as a low-income economy — reflecting an economy where significant development opportunity remains. Real GDP growth is projected at 1.8% in 2029, representing modest growth. The unemployment rate is projected at 9.0% (2029 IMF projection), indicating elevated unemployment.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 77.9 years (2024), close to the global average. Current health expenditure per person is $267 (2023), representing very low per-capita healthcare spending, a common constraint in lower-income economies. The adult literacy rate stands at 88.9% (2023), reflecting a majority-literate adult population. 85.3% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating strong digital connectivity. Access to safe drinking water reaches 94.4% of the population (2024), representing broad access to safe drinking water.