Nigeria vs Japan
Comprehensive comparison of economic, demographic and social indicators
Key Indicators
| Indicator | Nigeria | Japan | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDP (nominal) | $252.26B | $4.03T | 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $1,084 | $32,487 | 2024 |
| Population | 232.7M | 124.0M | 2024 |
| GDP growth rate | 4.06% | 0.10% | 2024 |
| Inflation rate | 33.24% | 2.74% | 2024 |
| Unemployment rate | 3.06% | 2.45% | 2025 |
| Life expectancy | 54.5 years | 84.0 years | 2023 |
| Surface area (sq. km) | 923,770 km2 | 377,969 km2 | 2023 |
Nigeria vs Japan: Analysis
Japan has a larger economy than Nigeria, with a nominal GDP roughly 16.0 times greater based on 2024 data. Nigeria recorded a GDP of $252.26B, while Japan stood at $4.03T.
In terms of GDP per capita, Japan leads over Nigeria. Nigeria has a per capita output of $1,084, compared to $32,487 for Japan.
Nigeria has a larger population than Japan. Nigeria is home to approximately 232.7M people, while Japan has about 124.0M.
By surface area, Nigeria is the larger country. Nigeria covers 923,770 km2, and Japan spans 377,969 km2.
Life expectancy is higher in Japan: 54.5 years in Nigeria versus 84.0 years in Japan. Japan has the lower unemployment rate (Nigeria: 3.06%, Japan: 2.45%). Inflation stands at 33.24% in Nigeria 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, Nigeria or Japan?
Japan has the larger GDP. Nigeria has a GDP of $252.26B (2024), while Japan has $4.03T (2024). Source: World Bank.
What is the population difference between Nigeria and Japan?
The population difference is approximately 108.7M. Nigeria has 232.7M people (2024), and Japan has 124.0M (2024). Source: World Bank.
Is Nigeria richer than Japan?
By GDP per capita, Japan is wealthier. Nigeria has a GDP per capita of $1,084 (2024), compared to $32,487 for Japan (2024). Source: World Bank.
Which country has higher life expectancy, Nigeria or Japan?
Japan has higher life expectancy. Nigeria: 54.5 years (2023), Japan: 84.0 years (2023). Source: World Bank.
Which country is bigger, Nigeria or Japan?
Nigeria is larger by area. Nigeria covers 923,770 km2, while Japan covers 377,969 km2. Source: World Bank.