Malta Population Clock

Malta population

556,390

Population changes approximately every seconds

Annual population growth rate (2023 - 2024): 1.07%

Source: United Nations World Population Prospects 2024

About the population of Malta

According to the United Nations World Population Prospects 2024, the estimated population of Malta is 556,390, growing at an annual rate of 1.07%. That works out to a net change of approximately 15 people per day or 0 per hour.

The population change in Malta is driven by three components: approximately 4,231 births per year and 4,223 deaths per year, plus net migration. Together these components produce the overall growth rate of 1.07% per year.

The total fertility rate stands at 1.11 children per woman. Since this is below the replacement level of 2.1, the population of Malta would decline over the long term without net immigration.

Frequently asked questions

What is the current population of Malta?

The current population of Malta is approximately 556,390, growing at 1.07% per year.

How fast is the population of Malta changing?

By approximately 15 people per day, or 0 per hour.

Are more people being born than dying in Malta?

Yes. With approximately 4,231 births and 4,223 deaths per year, Malta has a natural population increase of about 8 people annually.

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