🇰🇷 South Korea

Real-time economic and demographic statistics for South Korea

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Korea's GDP in 2026?

South Korea's GDP is approximately $1.9 trillion, representing 1.6% of world GDP, making it the #999 largest economy out of 183 countries. Based on the latest verified data from 2025.

What is South Korea's population?

South Korea has a population of approximately 51.8M — the #29 most populous country in the world. Population data is collected annually by the World Bank from national statistical agencies.

What is South Korea's GDP per capita?

South Korea's GDP per capita is approximately $36,227. This metric reflects average economic output per person and is a key indicator of living standards.

How fast is South Korea's economy growing?

South Korea's economy is currently growing at approximately 1.0% per year, ranking #106 globally by GDP growth rate. Data sourced from the World Bank.

What region is South Korea in?

South Korea is located in the East Asia & Pacific region and is classified as a high income economy by the World Bank. This classification is based on gross national income (GNI) per capita.