Cuba vs China
Comprehensive comparison of economic, demographic and social indicators
Key Indicators
| Indicator | Cuba | China | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDP (nominal) | $107.35B | $18.74T | 2020 |
| GDP per capita | $9,605 | $13,303 | 2020 |
| Population | 11.0M | 1.41B | 2024 |
| GDP growth rate | -1.06% | 4.98% | 2024 |
| Inflation rate | -- | 0.22% | 2024 |
| Unemployment rate | 1.75% | 4.62% | 2025 |
| Life expectancy | 78.1 years | 78.0 years | 2023 |
| Surface area (sq. km) | 109,880 km2 | 9,562,910 km2 | 2023 |
Cuba vs China: Analysis
China has a larger economy than Cuba, with a nominal GDP roughly 174.6 times greater based on 2020 data. Cuba recorded a GDP of $107.35B, while China stood at $18.74T.
In terms of GDP per capita, China leads over Cuba. Cuba has a per capita output of $9,605, compared to $13,303 for China.
China has a larger population than Cuba. Cuba is home to approximately 11.0M people, while China has about 1.41B.
By surface area, China is the larger country. Cuba covers 109,880 km2, and China spans 9,562,910 km2.
Life expectancy is higher in Cuba: 78.1 years in Cuba versus 78.0 years in China. Cuba has the lower unemployment rate (Cuba: 1.75%, China: 4.62%).
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, Cuba or China?
China has the larger GDP. Cuba has a GDP of $107.35B (2020), while China has $18.74T (2024). Source: World Bank.
What is the population difference between Cuba and China?
The population difference is approximately 1.40B. Cuba has 11.0M people (2024), and China has 1.41B (2024). Source: World Bank.
Is Cuba richer than China?
By GDP per capita, China is wealthier. Cuba has a GDP per capita of $9,605 (2020), compared to $13,303 for China (2024). Source: World Bank.
Which country has higher life expectancy, Cuba or China?
Cuba has higher life expectancy. Cuba: 78.1 years (2023), China: 78.0 years (2023). Source: World Bank.
Which country is bigger, Cuba or China?
China is larger by area. Cuba covers 109,880 km2, while China covers 9,562,910 km2. Source: World Bank.