People & economy

Luxembourg: Population, Economy & Travel Facts

The numbers behind a trip to Luxembourg: who lives there, how the economy and prices compare, how many tourists visit, and what healthcare and internet access are like.

Population & Geography

Population
607,728
#165 of 197 countries
Area
2,586 km²
#181 of 248 countries
Density
235.0 / km²
#60 of 245 countries

Luxembourg has a population of 607,728 spread across 2,586 km², giving it an average density of 235.0 people per km². This moderate density means a mix of bustling cities and quieter rural areas to explore.

Population Density Map

Population density map of Luxembourg
< 5 25–100 500–1k 2.5k–5k > 10k / km²

Demographics

Median Age
40.1
Life Expectancy
83.4 yrs
Government
constitutional monarchy
Ethnic Groups
Religions
GDP by Sector

Population Trends

How a country's age structure is shifting tells you a lot about what to expect on the ground. A growing elderly population often means better healthcare and higher costs, while a young population signals energy and growth but potentially less developed infrastructure.

Age Structure Over Time
Population Growth Rate (%)
Urban vs Rural (%)
Birth & Death Rates (per 1,000)

Economy & Cost of Living

Understanding the local economy helps travellers budget effectively and set expectations. Luxembourg is classified as a high income country by the World Bank. Prices are roughly 89% of US levels, meaning costs are comparable to the United States.

Income Level
High income
GDP per Capita
$133,231
Cost of Living
89% of US
Inflation
3.7%
Inequality
34.1
Moderate
GDP per Capita (USD)
GDP Growth (%)
Inflation Rate (%)
Employment
GDP/Capita (PPP)
$128,200
Unemployment
6.0%

Tourism

Tourism data reveals how popular a destination is and how much infrastructure exists to support visitors. Tourism accounts for 3.0% of Luxembourg's total exports, making it a smaller part of the economy, meaning you may find fewer purpose-built tourist facilities but more authentic experiences.

Tourism Revenue
$4,454,000,000
Tourism % of Exports
3.0%
Outbound Tourists
1,460,000
Air Passengers
2,457,683
International Tourist Arrivals
Tourism Receipts (USD)
Air Passengers Carried
Tourism as % of Exports

Health & Safety Infrastructure

Healthcare quality matters when you're far from home. These indicators help gauge what level of medical care is available In Luxembourg there are 2.98 doctors per 1,000 people, near the global average. Standard travel insurance should suffice.

Physicians
2.98/1k
Hospital Beds
3.95/1k
Health Spend
$8170/person
Infant Mortality
2.0/1k
Immunization
99%
Safe Drinking Water
100.0%
Basic Sanitation
97.6%
Health Expenditure per Capita (USD)
Hospital Beds per 1,000

Connectivity & Digital Infrastructure

Staying connected while travelling is essential for navigation, communication, and remote work. In Luxembourg, 99% of the population uses the internet, so expect WiFi in most hotels, cafes and public spaces. There are 144 mobile subscriptions per 100 people, and local SIM cards are easy to find.

Internet Users
99.4%
Mobile Subs
144/100
Broadband
38.3/100
Internet Users (%)
Urbanization (%)

Source: World Bank Open Data