Niger vs Japan
Comprehensive comparison of economic, demographic and social indicators
Key Indicators
| Indicator | Niger | Japan | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDP (nominal) | $19.88B | $4.03T | 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $735 | $32,487 | 2024 |
| Population | 27.0M | 124.0M | 2024 |
| GDP growth rate | 10.30% | 0.10% | 2024 |
| Inflation rate | 9.07% | 2.74% | 2024 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.39% | 2.45% | 2025 |
| Life expectancy | 61.2 years | 84.0 years | 2023 |
| Surface area (sq. km) | 1,267,000 km2 | 377,969 km2 | 2023 |
Niger vs Japan: Analysis
Japan has a larger economy than Niger, with a nominal GDP roughly 202.6 times greater based on 2024 data. Niger recorded a GDP of $19.88B, while Japan stood at $4.03T.
In terms of GDP per capita, Japan leads over Niger. Niger has a per capita output of $735, compared to $32,487 for Japan.
Japan has a larger population than Niger. Niger is home to approximately 27.0M people, while Japan has about 124.0M.
By surface area, Niger is the larger country. Niger covers 1,267,000 km2, and Japan spans 377,969 km2.
Life expectancy is higher in Japan: 61.2 years in Niger versus 84.0 years in Japan. Niger has the lower unemployment rate (Niger: 0.39%, Japan: 2.45%). Inflation stands at 9.07% in Niger and 2.74% in Japan.
These figures are drawn from World Bank Open Data and reflect the most recent available reporting year for each indicator. For historical trends and additional indicators, explore the individual country profiles on NationStat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has a larger GDP, Niger or Japan?
Japan has the larger GDP. Niger has a GDP of $19.88B (2024), while Japan has $4.03T (2024). Source: World Bank.
What is the population difference between Niger and Japan?
The population difference is approximately 96.9M. Niger has 27.0M people (2024), and Japan has 124.0M (2024). Source: World Bank.
Is Niger richer than Japan?
By GDP per capita, Japan is wealthier. Niger has a GDP per capita of $735 (2024), compared to $32,487 for Japan (2024). Source: World Bank.
Which country has higher life expectancy, Niger or Japan?
Japan has higher life expectancy. Niger: 61.2 years (2023), Japan: 84.0 years (2023). Source: World Bank.
Which country is bigger, Niger or Japan?
Niger is larger by area. Niger covers 1,267,000 km2, while Japan covers 377,969 km2. Source: World Bank.