Kenya vs China
Comprehensive comparison of economic, demographic and social indicators
Key Indicators
| Indicator | Kenya | China | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDP (nominal) | $120.34B | $18.74T | 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $2,132 | $13,303 | 2024 |
| Population | 56.4M | 1.41B | 2024 |
| GDP growth rate | 4.72% | 4.98% | 2024 |
| Inflation rate | 4.49% | 0.22% | 2024 |
| Unemployment rate | 5.45% | 4.62% | 2025 |
| Life expectancy | 63.6 years | 78.0 years | 2023 |
| Surface area (sq. km) | 591,969 km2 | 9,562,910 km2 | 2023 |
Kenya vs China: Analysis
China has a larger economy than Kenya, with a nominal GDP roughly 155.8 times greater based on 2024 data. Kenya recorded a GDP of $120.34B, while China stood at $18.74T.
In terms of GDP per capita, China leads over Kenya. Kenya has a per capita output of $2,132, compared to $13,303 for China.
China has a larger population than Kenya. Kenya is home to approximately 56.4M people, while China has about 1.41B.
By surface area, China is the larger country. Kenya covers 591,969 km2, and China spans 9,562,910 km2.
Life expectancy is higher in China: 63.6 years in Kenya versus 78.0 years in China. China has the lower unemployment rate (Kenya: 5.45%, China: 4.62%). Inflation stands at 4.49% in Kenya 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, Kenya or China?
China has the larger GDP. Kenya has a GDP of $120.34B (2024), while China has $18.74T (2024). Source: World Bank.
What is the population difference between Kenya and China?
The population difference is approximately 1.35B. Kenya has 56.4M people (2024), and China has 1.41B (2024). Source: World Bank.
Is Kenya richer than China?
By GDP per capita, China is wealthier. Kenya has a GDP per capita of $2,132 (2024), compared to $13,303 for China (2024). Source: World Bank.
Which country has higher life expectancy, Kenya or China?
China has higher life expectancy. Kenya: 63.6 years (2023), China: 78.0 years (2023). Source: World Bank.
Which country is bigger, Kenya or China?
China is larger by area. Kenya covers 591,969 km2, while China covers 9,562,910 km2. Source: World Bank.