Bangladesh vs Japan
Comprehensive comparison of economic, demographic and social indicators
Key Indicators
| Indicator | Bangladesh | Japan | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDP (nominal) | $450.12B | $4.03T | 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $2,593 | $32,487 | 2024 |
| Population | 173.6M | 124.0M | 2024 |
| GDP growth rate | 4.22% | 0.10% | 2024 |
| Inflation rate | 10.47% | 2.74% | 2024 |
| Unemployment rate | 3.78% | 2.45% | 2025 |
| Life expectancy | 74.7 years | 84.0 years | 2023 |
| Surface area (sq. km) | 147,570 km2 | 377,969 km2 | 2023 |
Bangladesh vs Japan: Analysis
Japan has a larger economy than Bangladesh, with a nominal GDP roughly 8.9 times greater based on 2024 data. Bangladesh recorded a GDP of $450.12B, while Japan stood at $4.03T.
In terms of GDP per capita, Japan leads over Bangladesh. Bangladesh has a per capita output of $2,593, compared to $32,487 for Japan.
Bangladesh has a larger population than Japan. Bangladesh is home to approximately 173.6M people, while Japan has about 124.0M.
By surface area, Japan is the larger country. Bangladesh covers 147,570 km2, and Japan spans 377,969 km2.
Life expectancy is higher in Japan: 74.7 years in Bangladesh versus 84.0 years in Japan. Japan has the lower unemployment rate (Bangladesh: 3.78%, Japan: 2.45%). Inflation stands at 10.47% in Bangladesh 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, Bangladesh or Japan?
Japan has the larger GDP. Bangladesh has a GDP of $450.12B (2024), while Japan has $4.03T (2024). Source: World Bank.
What is the population difference between Bangladesh and Japan?
The population difference is approximately 49.6M. Bangladesh has 173.6M people (2024), and Japan has 124.0M (2024). Source: World Bank.
Is Bangladesh richer than Japan?
By GDP per capita, Japan is wealthier. Bangladesh has a GDP per capita of $2,593 (2024), compared to $32,487 for Japan (2024). Source: World Bank.
Which country has higher life expectancy, Bangladesh or Japan?
Japan has higher life expectancy. Bangladesh: 74.7 years (2023), Japan: 84.0 years (2023). Source: World Bank.
Which country is bigger, Bangladesh or Japan?
Japan is larger by area. Bangladesh covers 147,570 km2, while Japan covers 377,969 km2. Source: World Bank.