Uganda vs Germany

Comprehensive comparison of economic, demographic and social indicators

Key Indicators

IndicatorUgandaGermanyYear
GDP (nominal)$53.91B$4.69T2024
GDP per capita$1,078$56,1042024
Population50.0M83.5M2024
GDP growth rate6.06%-0.50%2024
Inflation rate3.32%2.26%2024
Unemployment rate2.75%3.71%2025
Life expectancy68.3 years80.5 years2023
Surface area (sq. km)241,550 km2357,680 km22023
Green highlighting indicates the stronger value for each indicator. Source: World Bank Open Data.

Uganda vs Germany: Analysis

Germany has a larger economy than Uganda, with a nominal GDP roughly 86.9 times greater based on 2024 data. Uganda recorded a GDP of $53.91B, while Germany stood at $4.69T.

In terms of GDP per capita, Germany leads over Uganda. Uganda has a per capita output of $1,078, compared to $56,104 for Germany.

Germany has a larger population than Uganda. Uganda is home to approximately 50.0M people, while Germany has about 83.5M.

By surface area, Germany is the larger country. Uganda covers 241,550 km2, and Germany spans 357,680 km2.

Life expectancy is higher in Germany: 68.3 years in Uganda versus 80.5 years in Germany. Uganda has the lower unemployment rate (Uganda: 2.75%, Germany: 3.71%). Inflation stands at 3.32% in Uganda 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, Uganda or Germany?

Germany has the larger GDP. Uganda has a GDP of $53.91B (2024), while Germany has $4.69T (2024). Source: World Bank.

What is the population difference between Uganda and Germany?

The population difference is approximately 33.5M. Uganda has 50.0M people (2024), and Germany has 83.5M (2024). Source: World Bank.

Is Uganda richer than Germany?

By GDP per capita, Germany is wealthier. Uganda has a GDP per capita of $1,078 (2024), compared to $56,104 for Germany (2024). Source: World Bank.

Which country has higher life expectancy, Uganda or Germany?

Germany has higher life expectancy. Uganda: 68.3 years (2023), Germany: 80.5 years (2023). Source: World Bank.

Which country is bigger, Uganda or Germany?

Germany is larger by area. Uganda covers 241,550 km2, while Germany covers 357,680 km2. Source: World Bank.