United States: Population, Economy & Travel Facts

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

Population & Geography

Population
327,167,434
#3 of 197 countries
Area
9,833,517 km²
#4 of 248 countries
Density
33.3 / km²
#183 of 245 countries

United States has a population of 327,167,434 spread across 9,833,517 km², giving it an average density of 33.3 people per km². It ranks among the 20 most populous countries in the world.

Most Populous Cities

New York City
8,804,190
15565 / km²
Phoenix, Arizona
1,650,070
499 / km²
Austin, Texas
974,447
1920 / km²
Columbus, Ohio
913,175
906 / km²
Indianapolis
887,642
1252 / km²
Denver
729,019
1024 / km²
Washington, D.C.
689,545
40 / km²
Nashville, Tennessee
689,447
1470 / km²
Oklahoma City
681,054
265 / km²
Boston
653,833
9180 / km²

Demographics

Median Age
39.5
Life Expectancy
80.9 yrs
Government
constitutional federal republic
Ethnic Groups
Religions
GDP by Sector

Economy & Cost of Living

Understanding the local economy helps travellers budget effectively and set expectations. United States is classified as a high income country by the World Bank. Prices are roughly 98% of US levels, meaning costs are comparable to the United States.

Income Level
High income
GDP per Capita
$81,032
Cost of Living
98% of US
Inflation
4.1%
Inequality
41.8
High