Mexico vs Germany
Comprehensive comparison of economic, demographic and social indicators
Key Indicators
| Indicator | Mexico | Germany | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDP (nominal) | $1.86T | $4.69T | 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $14,186 | $56,104 | 2024 |
| Population | 130.9M | 83.5M | 2024 |
| GDP growth rate | 1.43% | -0.50% | 2024 |
| Inflation rate | 4.72% | 2.26% | 2024 |
| Unemployment rate | 2.67% | 3.71% | 2025 |
| Life expectancy | 75.1 years | 80.5 years | 2023 |
| Surface area (sq. km) | 1,957,194 km2 | 357,680 km2 | 2023 |
Mexico vs Germany: Analysis
Germany has a larger economy than Mexico, with a nominal GDP roughly 2.5 times greater based on 2024 data. Mexico recorded a GDP of $1.86T, while Germany stood at $4.69T.
In terms of GDP per capita, Germany leads over Mexico. Mexico has a per capita output of $14,186, compared to $56,104 for Germany.
Mexico has a larger population than Germany. Mexico is home to approximately 130.9M people, while Germany has about 83.5M.
By surface area, Mexico is the larger country. Mexico covers 1,957,194 km2, and Germany spans 357,680 km2.
Life expectancy is higher in Germany: 75.1 years in Mexico versus 80.5 years in Germany. Mexico has the lower unemployment rate (Mexico: 2.67%, Germany: 3.71%). Inflation stands at 4.72% in Mexico 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, Mexico or Germany?
Germany has the larger GDP. Mexico has a GDP of $1.86T (2024), while Germany has $4.69T (2024). Source: World Bank.
What is the population difference between Mexico and Germany?
The population difference is approximately 47.3M. Mexico has 130.9M people (2024), and Germany has 83.5M (2024). Source: World Bank.
Is Mexico richer than Germany?
By GDP per capita, Germany is wealthier. Mexico has a GDP per capita of $14,186 (2024), compared to $56,104 for Germany (2024). Source: World Bank.
Which country has higher life expectancy, Mexico or Germany?
Germany has higher life expectancy. Mexico: 75.1 years (2023), Germany: 80.5 years (2023). Source: World Bank.
Which country is bigger, Mexico or Germany?
Mexico is larger by area. Mexico covers 1,957,194 km2, while Germany covers 357,680 km2. Source: World Bank.