New Zealand
Country statistics · 1990–present
New Zealand at a Glance
New Zealand is home to 5.3 million people as of 2024, with a population that is growing steadily. At a GDP per capita of $57,631, it is a high-income economy — reflecting a mature, high-productivity economy. Life expectancy at birth stands at 82.0 years, above the global average.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 5.3 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 11.0 and a death rate of 7.1 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at 3.9 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly 21,000 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
New Zealand is a mid-sized economy, with a total GDP that is projected at $314 billion (2029 IMF projection). At $57,631 per person, it is classified as a high-income economy — reflecting a mature, high-productivity economy. Real GDP growth is projected at 2.3% in 2029, representing modest growth. The unemployment rate is projected at 4.4% (2029 IMF projection), indicating a relatively tight labour market.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 82.0 years (2024), above the global average. Current health expenditure per person is $5,022 (2024), representing a high level of healthcare investment per person. 93.5% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating near-universal internet access. Access to safe drinking water reaches 100.0% of the population (2024), representing near-universal access to safe drinking water.