Croatia: Population, Economy & Travel Facts

Essential data for planning your trip to Croatia — from population and demographics to economic indicators, healthcare infrastructure, tourism trends, and digital connectivity.

Population & Geography

Population
3,871,833
#129 of 197 countries
Area
56,594 km²
#129 of 248 countries
Density
68.4 / km²
#143 of 245 countries

Croatia has a population of 3,871,833 spread across 56,594 km², giving it an average density of 68.4 people per km².

Most Populous Cities

Zagreb
663,592
1940 / km²
Split
149,830
3019 / km²
Rijeka
107,964
2067 / km²
Zadar
67,309
1113 / km²
Karlovac
41,869
632 / km²
Šibenik
31,115
566 / km²
Dubrovnik
26,922
285 / km²
Bjelovar
24,392
756 / km²
Koprivnica
22,262
957 / km²
Požega, Croatia
16,867
748 / km²

Demographics

Median Age
44.9
Life Expectancy
77.7 yrs
Government
parliamentary republic
Ethnic Groups
Religions
GDP by Sector

Economy & Cost of Living

Understanding the local economy helps travellers budget effectively and set expectations. Croatia is classified as a high income country by the World Bank. Prices are roughly 46% of US levels, meaning costs are moderate and most travellers will find it reasonably affordable.

Income Level
High income
GDP per Capita
$22,184
Cost of Living
46% of US
Inflation
7.9%
Inequality
30.0
Moderate