Uganda vs Japan
Comprehensive comparison of economic, demographic and social indicators
Key Indicators
| Indicator | Uganda | Japan | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDP (nominal) | $53.91B | $4.03T | 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $1,078 | $32,487 | 2024 |
| Population | 50.0M | 124.0M | 2024 |
| GDP growth rate | 6.06% | 0.10% | 2024 |
| Inflation rate | 3.32% | 2.74% | 2024 |
| Unemployment rate | 2.75% | 2.45% | 2025 |
| Life expectancy | 68.3 years | 84.0 years | 2023 |
| Surface area (sq. km) | 241,550 km2 | 377,969 km2 | 2023 |
Uganda vs Japan: Analysis
Japan has a larger economy than Uganda, with a nominal GDP roughly 74.7 times greater based on 2024 data. Uganda recorded a GDP of $53.91B, while Japan stood at $4.03T.
In terms of GDP per capita, Japan leads over Uganda. Uganda has a per capita output of $1,078, compared to $32,487 for Japan.
Japan has a larger population than Uganda. Uganda is home to approximately 50.0M people, while Japan has about 124.0M.
By surface area, Japan is the larger country. Uganda covers 241,550 km2, and Japan spans 377,969 km2.
Life expectancy is higher in Japan: 68.3 years in Uganda versus 84.0 years in Japan. Japan has the lower unemployment rate (Uganda: 2.75%, Japan: 2.45%). Inflation stands at 3.32% in Uganda 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, Uganda or Japan?
Japan has the larger GDP. Uganda has a GDP of $53.91B (2024), while Japan has $4.03T (2024). Source: World Bank.
What is the population difference between Uganda and Japan?
The population difference is approximately 74.0M. Uganda has 50.0M people (2024), and Japan has 124.0M (2024). Source: World Bank.
Is Uganda richer than Japan?
By GDP per capita, Japan is wealthier. Uganda has a GDP per capita of $1,078 (2024), compared to $32,487 for Japan (2024). Source: World Bank.
Which country has higher life expectancy, Uganda or Japan?
Japan has higher life expectancy. Uganda: 68.3 years (2023), Japan: 84.0 years (2023). Source: World Bank.
Which country is bigger, Uganda or Japan?
Japan is larger by area. Uganda covers 241,550 km2, while Japan covers 377,969 km2. Source: World Bank.