Kenya vs Germany
Comprehensive comparison of economic, demographic and social indicators
Key Indicators
| Indicator | Kenya | Germany | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDP (nominal) | $120.34B | $4.69T | 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $2,132 | $56,104 | 2024 |
| Population | 56.4M | 83.5M | 2024 |
| GDP growth rate | 4.72% | -0.50% | 2024 |
| Inflation rate | 4.49% | 2.26% | 2024 |
| Unemployment rate | 5.45% | 3.71% | 2025 |
| Life expectancy | 63.6 years | 80.5 years | 2023 |
| Surface area (sq. km) | 591,969 km2 | 357,680 km2 | 2023 |
Kenya vs Germany: Analysis
Germany has a larger economy than Kenya, with a nominal GDP roughly 38.9 times greater based on 2024 data. Kenya recorded a GDP of $120.34B, while Germany stood at $4.69T.
In terms of GDP per capita, Germany leads over Kenya. Kenya has a per capita output of $2,132, compared to $56,104 for Germany.
Germany has a larger population than Kenya. Kenya is home to approximately 56.4M people, while Germany has about 83.5M.
By surface area, Kenya is the larger country. Kenya covers 591,969 km2, and Germany spans 357,680 km2.
Life expectancy is higher in Germany: 63.6 years in Kenya versus 80.5 years in Germany. Germany has the lower unemployment rate (Kenya: 5.45%, Germany: 3.71%). Inflation stands at 4.49% in Kenya and 2.26% in Germany.
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 Germany?
Germany has the larger GDP. Kenya has a GDP of $120.34B (2024), while Germany has $4.69T (2024). Source: World Bank.
What is the population difference between Kenya and Germany?
The population difference is approximately 27.1M. Kenya has 56.4M people (2024), and Germany has 83.5M (2024). Source: World Bank.
Is Kenya richer than Germany?
By GDP per capita, Germany is wealthier. Kenya has a GDP per capita of $2,132 (2024), compared to $56,104 for Germany (2024). Source: World Bank.
Which country has higher life expectancy, Kenya or Germany?
Germany has higher life expectancy. Kenya: 63.6 years (2023), Germany: 80.5 years (2023). Source: World Bank.
Which country is bigger, Kenya or Germany?
Kenya is larger by area. Kenya covers 591,969 km2, while Germany covers 357,680 km2. Source: World Bank.