5 Least Developed Countries in Europe in 2024

In this article, we will look into the 5 least developed countries in Europe in 2024. If you want to read our detailed analysis, you can go directly to the 24 Least Developed Countries in Europe in 2024.

5. Belarus

Human Development Index (2021): 0.808

GDP Per Capita (2024): $7,240

Insider Monkey Rating: 6.0

Belarus is located in the eastern region of Europe. The country reported an HDI of 0.808 in 2021. According to the IMF, the country has a GDP per capita of $7,240. It is ranked 5th on our list of the least developed European countries in 2024.

4. Bosnia and Herzegovina

Human Development Index (2021): 0.770

GDP Per Capita (2024): $8,320

Insider Monkey Rating: 4.0

Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country in Southeast Europe. It is ranked 4th on our list, reporting a GDP per capita of $8,320  as of 2024. According to the UNDP, the country reported an HDI of 0.770  in 2021.

3. North Macedonia

Human Development Index (2021): 0.795

GDP Per Capita (2024): $8,640

Insider Monkey Rating: 3.5

Ranked 3rd on our list, North Macedonia is a landlocked country located in Southeast Europe. The country reported an HDI of 0.795 in 2021. According to the IMF, the country has a GDP per capita of $8,640 as of 2024.

2. Ukraine

Human Development Index (2021): 0.773

GDP Per Capita (2024): $5,530

Insider Monkey Rating: 2

Ukraine ranks 2nd on our list. The country reported an HDI of 0.773 in 2021. According to the IMF, the GDP per capita of the country is $5,530.

1. Moldova

Human Development Index (2021): 0.767

GDP Per Capita (2024): $7,000

Insider Monkey Rating: 1.5

Moldova is ranked 1st on our list of the least developed countries in Europe in 2024. The country reported an HDI of 0.767 in 2021. According to the IMF, the country has a GDP per capita of $7,000.

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