Italy
Country statistics · 1990–present
Italy at a Glance
Italy is home to 59 million people as of 2024, with a population that is experiencing significant natural population decline. At a GDP per capita of $50,593, it is a high-income economy — reflecting a mature, high-productivity economy. Life expectancy at birth stands at 84.0 years, among the highest in the world.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 59 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 6.3 and a death rate of 11.0 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at -4.7 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly -277,078 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Italy is a major economy by global standards, with a total GDP that is projected at $3 trillion (2029 IMF projection). At $50,593 per person, it is classified as a high-income economy — reflecting a mature, high-productivity economy. Real GDP growth is projected at 0.7% in 2029, representing marginal growth. The unemployment rate is projected at 6.0% (2029 IMF projection), indicating moderate unemployment.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 84.0 years (2024), among the highest in the world. Current health expenditure per person is $3,398 (2024), representing moderate per-capita healthcare spending. The adult literacy rate stands at 99.3% (2019), reflecting near-universal literacy. 89.2% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating strong digital connectivity. Access to safe drinking water reaches 96.8% of the population (2024), representing near-universal access to safe drinking water.