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Serbian Scorecard

Country profile

Serbia is a Balkan country known for its varied landscapes, from fertile plains to rugged mountains, and a rich history that reflects both Eastern and Western cultural influences. It has a population of 6.6 million, a population growth rate of -0.62%, and a median age of 43.87 years.

Its history includes periods under the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, as well as a modern legacy shaped by Yugoslav unity and subsequent independence.

Today, Serbia is working to modernize its economy and promote cultural tourism while cherishing its deep-rooted traditions in music, art, and folklore.

Its capital city is Belgrade.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Serbia improved by 9.5% from 2022 to 2023

Unemployment Rate in Serbia improved by 10.6% from 2023 to 2024

Inflation Rate in Serbia improved by 62.2% from 2023 to 2024

General Government Debt in Serbia improved by 8.6% from 2022 to 2023

Income Inequality in Serbia improved by 5.4% from 2020 to 2021

Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Serbia improved by 1.3% from 2022 to 2023

Infant Mortality Rate showed no change from 2022 to 2023

Human Development in Serbia improved by 1.3% from 2021 to 2022

Suicide Mortality Rate in Serbia improved by 3.0% from 2020 to 2021

World Happiness Report in Serbia improved by 6.4% from 2023 to 2024

Freedom in the World in Serbia worsened by 1.8% from 2023 to 2024

Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Serbia improved by 1.6% from 2022 to 2023

PISA Scores (Reading) in Serbia improved by 0.2% from 2018 to 2022

PISA Scores (Math) in Serbia worsened by 1.8% from 2018 to 2022

PISA Scores (Science) in Serbia improved by 1.6% from 2018 to 2022

Governance and Security

Corruption Perception showed no change from 2022 to 2023

Control of Corruption in Serbia improved by 2.2% from 2022 to 2023

Homicide Rate in Serbia improved by 7.0% from 2020 to 2021

Government Effectiveness in Serbia worsened by 88.3% from 2022 to 2023

Political Stability in Serbia improved by 76.5% from 2022 to 2023

Rule of Law in Serbia improved by 34.2% from 2022 to 2023

Voice and Accountability in Serbia improved by 43.9% from 2022 to 2023

Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Serbia improved by 2.5% from 2022 to 2023

Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Serbia improved by 0.6% from 2019 to 2020

Renewable Energy Consumption in Serbia improved by 4.6% from 2020 to 2021