A side-by-side look at Lao PDR and Maldives. Fertility is 2.40 births per woman in Lao PDR (2024) versus 1.56 in Maldives (2024). Population stands at 7.9M (2025) and 529.7K (2025) respectively. GDP per capita at purchasing-power parity is $8.9K versus $24.4K.
| Indicator | Lao PDR | Maldives |
|---|---|---|
| Fertility rate | 2.40#81 | 1.56#141 |
| Population | 7.9M | 529.7K |
| GDP / capita (PPP) | $8.9K | $24.4K |
Topic pages: Lao PDR fertility · Maldives fertility · Lao PDR population · Maldives population
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birthrate.io, "Lao PDR vs Maldives". https://www.birthrate.io/compare/lao-pdr/maldives (accessed 7 September 2026). Underlying data: World Bank; UN.
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