Mexico vs Japan
Comprehensive comparison of economic, demographic and social indicators
Key Indicators
| Indicator | Mexico | Japan | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDP (nominal) | $1.86T | $4.03T | 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $14,186 | $32,487 | 2024 |
| Population | 130.9M | 124.0M | 2024 |
| GDP growth rate | 1.43% | 0.10% | 2024 |
| Inflation rate | 4.72% | 2.74% | 2024 |
| Unemployment rate | 2.67% | 2.45% | 2025 |
| Life expectancy | 75.1 years | 84.0 years | 2023 |
| Surface area (sq. km) | 1,957,194 km2 | 377,969 km2 | 2023 |
Mexico vs Japan: Analysis
Japan has a larger economy than Mexico, with a nominal GDP roughly 2.2 times greater based on 2024 data. Mexico recorded a GDP of $1.86T, while Japan stood at $4.03T.
In terms of GDP per capita, Japan leads over Mexico. Mexico has a per capita output of $14,186, compared to $32,487 for Japan.
Mexico has a larger population than Japan. Mexico is home to approximately 130.9M people, while Japan has about 124.0M.
By surface area, Mexico is the larger country. Mexico covers 1,957,194 km2, and Japan spans 377,969 km2.
Life expectancy is higher in Japan: 75.1 years in Mexico versus 84.0 years in Japan. Japan has the lower unemployment rate (Mexico: 2.67%, Japan: 2.45%). Inflation stands at 4.72% in Mexico 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, Mexico or Japan?
Japan has the larger GDP. Mexico has a GDP of $1.86T (2024), while Japan has $4.03T (2024). Source: World Bank.
What is the population difference between Mexico and Japan?
The population difference is approximately 6.9M. Mexico has 130.9M people (2024), and Japan has 124.0M (2024). Source: World Bank.
Is Mexico richer than Japan?
By GDP per capita, Japan is wealthier. Mexico has a GDP per capita of $14,186 (2024), compared to $32,487 for Japan (2024). Source: World Bank.
Which country has higher life expectancy, Mexico or Japan?
Japan has higher life expectancy. Mexico: 75.1 years (2023), Japan: 84.0 years (2023). Source: World Bank.
Which country is bigger, Mexico or Japan?
Mexico is larger by area. Mexico covers 1,957,194 km2, while Japan covers 377,969 km2. Source: World Bank.