Slovak Republic
Country statistics · 1990–present
Slovak Republic at a Glance
Slovak Republic is home to 5.4 million people as of 2024, with a population that is experiencing natural population decline. At a GDP per capita of $36,424, it is an upper-middle-income economy — reflecting a developed economy with strong living standards. Life expectancy at birth stands at 78.4 years, above the global average.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 5.4 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 8.5 and a death rate of 9.9 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at -1.4 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly -7,591 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Slovak Republic is a smaller economy, with a total GDP that is projected at $195 billion (2029 IMF projection). At $36,424 per person, it is classified as an upper-middle-income economy — reflecting a developed economy with strong living standards. Real GDP growth is projected at 2.5% in 2029, representing modest growth. The unemployment rate is projected at 5.6% (2029 IMF projection), indicating moderate unemployment.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 78.4 years (2024), above the global average. Current health expenditure per person is $1,813 (2023), representing moderate per-capita healthcare spending. 89.8% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating strong digital connectivity. Access to safe drinking water reaches 99.6% of the population (2024), representing near-universal access to safe drinking water.