Somalia Population Clock

Somalia population

20,876,722

Population changes approximately every seconds

Annual population growth rate (2023 - 2024): 3.40%

Source: United Nations World Population Prospects 2024

About the population of Somalia

According to the United Nations World Population Prospects 2024, the estimated population of Somalia is 20,876,722, growing at an annual rate of 3.40%. That works out to a net change of approximately 1,768 people per day or 73 per hour.

The population change in Somalia is driven by three components: approximately 822,215 births per year and 189,766 deaths per year, plus net migration. Together these components produce the overall growth rate of 3.40% per year.

The total fertility rate stands at 5.91 children per woman. Since this is above the replacement level of 2.1, the population of Somalia is growing through natural increase.

Frequently asked questions

What is the current population of Somalia?

The current population of Somalia is approximately 20,876,722, growing at 3.40% per year.

How fast is the population of Somalia changing?

By approximately 1,768 people per day, or 73 per hour.

Are more people being born than dying in Somalia?

Yes. With approximately 822,215 births and 189,766 deaths per year, Somalia has a natural population increase of about 632,449 people annually.

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