Pakistan vs India
Comprehensive comparison of economic, demographic and social indicators
Key Indicators
| Indicator | Pakistan | India | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDP (nominal) | $371.57B | $3.91T | 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $1,479 | $2,695 | 2024 |
| Population | 251.3M | 1.45B | 2024 |
| GDP growth rate | 3.05% | 6.49% | 2024 |
| Inflation rate | 12.63% | 4.95% | 2024 |
| Unemployment rate | 5.42% | 4.22% | 2025 |
| Life expectancy | 67.6 years | 72.0 years | 2023 |
| Surface area (sq. km) | 796,100 km2 | 3,287,260 km2 | 2023 |
Pakistan vs India: Analysis
India has a larger economy than Pakistan, with a nominal GDP roughly 10.5 times greater based on 2024 data. Pakistan recorded a GDP of $371.57B, while India stood at $3.91T.
In terms of GDP per capita, India leads over Pakistan. Pakistan has a per capita output of $1,479, compared to $2,695 for India.
India has a larger population than Pakistan. Pakistan is home to approximately 251.3M people, while India has about 1.45B.
By surface area, India is the larger country. Pakistan covers 796,100 km2, and India spans 3,287,260 km2.
Life expectancy is higher in India: 67.6 years in Pakistan versus 72.0 years in India. India has the lower unemployment rate (Pakistan: 5.42%, India: 4.22%). Inflation stands at 12.63% in Pakistan and 4.95% in India.
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, Pakistan or India?
India has the larger GDP. Pakistan has a GDP of $371.57B (2024), while India has $3.91T (2024). Source: World Bank.
What is the population difference between Pakistan and India?
The population difference is approximately 1.20B. Pakistan has 251.3M people (2024), and India has 1.45B (2024). Source: World Bank.
Is Pakistan richer than India?
By GDP per capita, India is wealthier. Pakistan has a GDP per capita of $1,479 (2024), compared to $2,695 for India (2024). Source: World Bank.
Which country has higher life expectancy, Pakistan or India?
India has higher life expectancy. Pakistan: 67.6 years (2023), India: 72.0 years (2023). Source: World Bank.
Which country is bigger, Pakistan or India?
India is larger by area. Pakistan covers 796,100 km2, while India covers 3,287,260 km2. Source: World Bank.