Moldova
Country statistics · 1990–present
Moldova at a Glance
Moldova is home to 2.4 million people as of 2024, with a population that is experiencing significant natural population decline. At a GDP per capita of $12,554, it is an upper-middle-income economy — reflecting a diversifying economy with growing consumer markets. Life expectancy at birth stands at 71.3 years, below the global average.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 2.4 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 10.6 and a death rate of 13.8 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at -3.2 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly -7,767 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Moldova is a small economy, with a total GDP that is projected at $28 billion (2029 IMF projection). At $12,554 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 3.6% in 2029, representing solid growth. The unemployment rate is projected at 3.5% (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 $452 (2023), representing limited per-capita healthcare spending. The adult literacy rate stands at 99.4% (2014), reflecting near-universal literacy. 77.4% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating strong digital connectivity. Access to safe drinking water reaches 75.8% of the population (2024), representing majority access to safe drinking water, though gaps remain.