India vs China
Comprehensive comparison of economic, demographic and social indicators
Key Indicators
| Indicator | India | China | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDP (nominal) | $3.91T | $18.74T | 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $2,695 | $13,303 | 2024 |
| Population | 1.45B | 1.41B | 2024 |
| GDP growth rate | 6.49% | 4.98% | 2024 |
| Inflation rate | 4.95% | 0.22% | 2024 |
| Unemployment rate | 4.22% | 4.62% | 2025 |
| Life expectancy | 72.0 years | 78.0 years | 2023 |
| Surface area (sq. km) | 3,287,260 km2 | 9,562,910 km2 | 2023 |
India vs China: Analysis
China has a larger economy than India, with a nominal GDP roughly 4.8 times greater based on 2024 data. India recorded a GDP of $3.91T, while China stood at $18.74T.
In terms of GDP per capita, China leads over India. India has a per capita output of $2,695, compared to $13,303 for China.
India has a larger population than China. India is home to approximately 1.45B people, while China has about 1.41B.
By surface area, China is the larger country. India covers 3,287,260 km2, and China spans 9,562,910 km2.
Life expectancy is higher in China: 72.0 years in India versus 78.0 years in China. India has the lower unemployment rate (India: 4.22%, China: 4.62%). Inflation stands at 4.95% in India and 0.22% in China.
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, India or China?
China has the larger GDP. India has a GDP of $3.91T (2024), while China has $18.74T (2024). Source: World Bank.
What is the population difference between India and China?
The population difference is approximately 42.0M. India has 1.45B people (2024), and China has 1.41B (2024). Source: World Bank.
Is India richer than China?
By GDP per capita, China is wealthier. India has a GDP per capita of $2,695 (2024), compared to $13,303 for China (2024). Source: World Bank.
Which country has higher life expectancy, India or China?
China has higher life expectancy. India: 72.0 years (2023), China: 78.0 years (2023). Source: World Bank.
Which country is bigger, India or China?
China is larger by area. India covers 3,287,260 km2, while China covers 9,562,910 km2. Source: World Bank.