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Croatian Scorecard

Country profile

Croatia is a Southeastern European country along the Adriatic Sea, celebrated for its stunning coastal landscapes, historic cities, and rich cultural heritage influenced by various empires. It has a population of 3.9 million, a population growth rate of 0.10%, and a median age of 44.76 years.

Its history includes periods under Roman, Venetian, and Austro-Hungarian rule, which have all contributed to its architectural and cultural richness.

Today, Croatia is a popular tourist destination known for its medieval towns, lively cultural festivals, and a growing economy centered on tourism and services.

Its capital city is Zagreb.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Croatia improved by 8.7% from 2022 to 2023

Unemployment Rate in Croatia improved by 14.0% from 2023 to 2024

Inflation Rate in Croatia improved by 26.3% from 2022 to 2023

General Government Debt in Croatia improved by 7.0% from 2022 to 2023

Income Inequality in Croatia improved by 2.0% from 2020 to 2021

Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Croatia improved by 1.2% from 2022 to 2023

Infant Mortality Rate showed no change from 2022 to 2023

Human Development in Croatia improved by 1.1% from 2021 to 2022

Suicide Mortality Rate in Croatia worsened by 6.9% from 2020 to 2021

World Happiness Report in Croatia worsened by 1.2% from 2023 to 2024

Freedom in the World in Croatia worsened by 1.2% from 2023 to 2024

Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Croatia improved by 1.1% from 2021 to 2022

PISA Scores (Reading) in Croatia worsened by 0.8% from 2018 to 2022

PISA Scores (Math) in Croatia worsened by 0.2% from 2018 to 2022

PISA Scores (Science) in Croatia improved by 2.3% from 2018 to 2022

Governance and Security

Corruption Perception showed no change from 2022 to 2023

Control of Corruption in Croatia improved by 20.0% from 2022 to 2023

Homicide Rate in Croatia improved by 17.3% from 2020 to 2021

Government Effectiveness in Croatia improved by 22.6% from 2022 to 2023

Political Stability in Croatia worsened by 10.4% from 2022 to 2023

Rule of Law in Croatia worsened by 1.9% from 2022 to 2023

Voice and Accountability in Croatia worsened by 7.5% from 2022 to 2023

Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Croatia improved by 0.2% from 2022 to 2023

Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Croatia worsened by 1.3% from 2019 to 2020

Renewable Energy Consumption in Croatia improved by 5.2% from 2020 to 2021