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Armenian Scorecard

Country profile

Armenia is a landlocked country in the South Caucasus region of Eurasia, known for its rugged highlands, ancient monasteries, and deep historical roots. It has a population of 3.0 million, a population growth rate of 0.73%, and a median age of 35.83 years.

Once one of the earliest Christian civilizations, Armenia’s past includes periods under Persian, Roman, and Ottoman influence, all contributing to its unique cultural legacy.

Today, Armenia is modernizing rapidly while maintaining strong traditions in music, art, and literature, and fostering a resilient national spirit.

Its capital city is Yerevan.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Armenia improved by 11.4% from 2022 to 2023

Unemployment Rate in Armenia worsened by 0.6% from 2023 to 2024

Inflation Rate in Armenia improved by 86.4% from 2023 to 2024

Income Inequality showed no change from 2021 to 2022

Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Armenia improved by 3.6% from 2022 to 2023

Infant Mortality Rate in Armenia improved by 4.3% from 2022 to 2023

Human Development in Armenia improved by 2.6% from 2021 to 2022

Suicide Mortality Rate in Armenia worsened by 12.8% from 2020 to 2021

World Happiness Report in Armenia improved by 0.7% from 2023 to 2024

Freedom in the World showed no change from 2023 to 2024

Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Armenia improved by 0.9% from 2021 to 2022

Governance and Security

Corruption Perception in Armenia improved by 2.2% from 2022 to 2023

Control of Corruption in Armenia improved by 100.0% from 2022 to 2023

Homicide Rate in Armenia worsened by 18.4% from 2020 to 2021

Government Effectiveness in Armenia improved by 41.5% from 2022 to 2023

Political Stability in Armenia worsened by 12.2% from 2022 to 2023

Rule of Law in Armenia improved by 28.2% from 2022 to 2023

Voice and Accountability in Armenia worsened by 14.4% from 2022 to 2023

Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Armenia worsened by 3.6% from 2022 to 2023

Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Armenia improved by 6.4% from 2019 to 2020

Renewable Energy Consumption in Armenia improved by 8.3% from 2020 to 2021