Ukraine
Country statistics · 1990–present
Ukraine at a Glance
Ukraine is home to 37.9 million people as of 2024, with a population that is experiencing significant natural population decline. At a GDP per capita of $7,774, it is a lower-middle-income economy — reflecting an economy in active development. Life expectancy at birth stands at 74.7 years, close to the global average.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 37.9 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 5.5 and a death rate of 13.6 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at -8.1 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly -308,069 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Ukraine is a smaller economy, with a total GDP that is projected at $261 billion (2029 IMF projection). At $7,774 per person, it is classified as a lower-middle-income economy — reflecting an economy in active development. Real GDP growth is projected at 3.9% in 2029, representing solid growth. The unemployment rate is projected at 10.9% (2029 IMF projection), indicating elevated unemployment.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 74.7 years (2024), close to the global average. Current health expenditure per person is $370 (2021), representing very low per-capita healthcare spending, a common constraint in lower-income economies. The adult literacy rate stands at 99.4% (2001), reflecting near-universal literacy. 82.5% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating strong digital connectivity. Access to safe drinking water reaches 87.9% of the population (2024), representing broad access to safe drinking water.