Sweden vs Japan
Comprehensive comparison of economic, demographic and social indicators
Key Indicators
| Indicator | Sweden | Japan | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDP (nominal) | $603.72B | $4.03T | 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $57,117 | $32,487 | 2024 |
| Population | 10.6M | 124.0M | 2024 |
| GDP growth rate | 0.82% | 0.10% | 2024 |
| Inflation rate | 2.84% | 2.74% | 2024 |
| Unemployment rate | 8.69% | 2.45% | 2025 |
| Life expectancy | 83.3 years | 84.0 years | 2023 |
| Surface area (sq. km) | 528,660 km2 | 377,969 km2 | 2023 |
Sweden vs Japan: Analysis
Japan has a larger economy than Sweden, with a nominal GDP roughly 6.7 times greater based on 2024 data. Sweden recorded a GDP of $603.72B, while Japan stood at $4.03T.
In terms of GDP per capita, Sweden leads over Japan. Sweden has a per capita output of $57,117, compared to $32,487 for Japan.
Japan has a larger population than Sweden. Sweden is home to approximately 10.6M people, while Japan has about 124.0M.
By surface area, Sweden is the larger country. Sweden covers 528,660 km2, and Japan spans 377,969 km2.
Life expectancy is higher in Japan: 83.3 years in Sweden versus 84.0 years in Japan. Japan has the lower unemployment rate (Sweden: 8.69%, Japan: 2.45%). Inflation stands at 2.84% in Sweden 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, Sweden or Japan?
Japan has the larger GDP. Sweden has a GDP of $603.72B (2024), while Japan has $4.03T (2024). Source: World Bank.
What is the population difference between Sweden and Japan?
The population difference is approximately 113.4M. Sweden has 10.6M people (2024), and Japan has 124.0M (2024). Source: World Bank.
Is Sweden richer than Japan?
By GDP per capita, Sweden is wealthier. Sweden has a GDP per capita of $57,117 (2024), compared to $32,487 for Japan (2024). Source: World Bank.
Which country has higher life expectancy, Sweden or Japan?
Japan has higher life expectancy. Sweden: 83.3 years (2023), Japan: 84.0 years (2023). Source: World Bank.
Which country is bigger, Sweden or Japan?
Sweden is larger by area. Sweden covers 528,660 km2, while Japan covers 377,969 km2. Source: World Bank.