Mexico
Country statistics · 1990–present
Mexico at a Glance
Mexico is home to 130.9 million people as of 2024, with a population that is growing rapidly. At a GDP per capita of $17,753, it is an upper-middle-income economy — reflecting a diversifying economy with growing consumer markets. Life expectancy at birth stands at 75.3 years, close to the global average.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 130.9 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 15.5 and a death rate of 6.2 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at 9.2 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly 1 million additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Mexico is a major economy by global standards, with a total GDP that is projected at $2.4 trillion (2029 IMF projection). At $17,753 per person, it is classified as an upper-middle-income economy — reflecting a diversifying economy with growing consumer markets. Real GDP growth is projected at 2.0% in 2029, representing modest growth. The unemployment rate is projected at 2.8% (2029 IMF projection), indicating effectively at full employment.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 75.3 years (2024), close to the global average. Current health expenditure per person is $761 (2023), representing limited per-capita healthcare spending. The adult literacy rate stands at 95.6% (2024), reflecting high literacy rates. 83.1% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating strong digital connectivity. Access to safe drinking water reaches 43.0% of the population (2024), representing limited safe drinking water access, a significant public health priority.