Rank #3 by World Population
🇩🇿Algeria
Algeria has a population of 46,164,219, ranking #3 in the world. The capital is Algiers. Located in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan.
World Bank: Upper middle income
46,164,219
Population
#3
World Rank
76.3
Life Expectancy
$5,370
GDP Per Capita
Algeria, #3 by world population
Algeria Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Algeria had a population of 11,424,922 in 1960 and 46,814,308 in 2024, a 4.1× growth over 64 years. The peak was 46,814,308 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.23%.
46,814,308
Population (2024)
11,424,922
Population (1960)
46,814,308
Peak (2024)
2.23%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 11,424,922 |
| 1961 | 11,628,883 |
| 1962 | 11,800,771 |
| 1963 | 11,982,118 |
| 1964 | 12,179,813 |
| 1965 | 12,365,976 |
| 1966 | 12,590,069 |
| 1967 | 12,876,118 |
| 1968 | 13,172,614 |
| 1969 | 13,475,960 |
| 1970 | 13,783,719 |
| 1971 | 14,098,936 |
| 1972 | 14,427,072 |
| 1973 | 14,771,147 |
| 1974 | 15,133,502 |
| 1975 | 15,678,596 |
| 1976 | 16,409,170 |
| 1977 | 17,015,994 |
| 1978 | 17,506,974 |
| 1979 | 18,036,655 |
| 1980 | 18,607,174 |
| 1981 | 19,220,704 |
| 1982 | 19,872,348 |
| 1983 | 20,558,115 |
| 1984 | 21,271,969 |
| 1985 | 22,008,544 |
| 1986 | 22,745,499 |
| 1987 | 23,443,624 |
| 1988 | 24,109,536 |
| 1989 | 24,754,485 |
| 1990 | 25,375,810 |
| 1991 | 25,987,928 |
| 1992 | 26,628,568 |
| 1993 | 27,277,048 |
| 1994 | 27,887,279 |
| 1995 | 28,470,191 |
| 1996 | 29,033,044 |
| 1997 | 29,579,301 |
| 1998 | 30,054,133 |
| 1999 | 30,474,354 |
| 2000 | 30,903,893 |
| 2001 | 31,331,221 |
| 2002 | 31,750,835 |
| 2003 | 32,175,818 |
| 2004 | 32,628,286 |
| 2005 | 33,109,249 |
| 2006 | 33,623,506 |
| 2007 | 34,189,416 |
| 2008 | 34,816,961 |
| 2009 | 35,490,445 |
| 2010 | 36,188,236 |
| 2011 | 36,903,376 |
| 2012 | 37,646,166 |
| 2013 | 38,414,171 |
| 2014 | 39,205,031 |
| 2015 | 40,019,529 |
| 2016 | 40,850,721 |
| 2017 | 41,689,299 |
| 2018 | 42,505,035 |
| 2019 | 43,294,546 |
| 2020 | 44,042,091 |
| 2021 | 44,761,099 |
| 2022 | 45,477,389 |
| 2023 | 46,164,219 |
| 2024 | 46,814,308 |
Demographics
| Population | 46,164,219 |
| Population Growth Rate | 1.50% |
| Urban Population | 74.7% |
| Fertility Rate | 2.77 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 76.3 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 19.7 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$5,370
GDP Per Capita
11.6%
Unemployment Rate
Upper middle income
Income Level
43.7%
Trade (% of GDP)
591,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
4.4%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
1.66
Physicians per 1,000
5.6%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
19.7
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
74.8%
Internet Users
105
Mobile Subs per 100
19.4
People per km2
-25,963
Net Migration
Environment
0.8%
Forest Area
Algeria Climate
Algeria has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C (64°F) and receives about 713 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.7°C
Avg Temp
713
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11° / 52° | 98 mm |
| February | 12° / 53° | 86 mm |
| March | 13° / 55° | 78 mm |
| April | 15° / 59° | 62 mm |
| May | 18° / 65° | 50 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 18 mm |
| July | 25° / 77° | 2 mm |
| August | 26° / 78° | 4 mm |
| September | 23° / 74° | 37 mm |
| October | 19° / 67° | 69 mm |
| November | 15° / 59° | 101 mm |
| December | 13° / 55° | 108 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Algeria
The most comfortable months to visit Algeria are typically June, July and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 6°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Algeria has a population of 46,164,219, ranking #3 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 1.50%.
Life expectancy in Algeria is 76.3 years. The infant mortality rate is 19.7 per 1,000 live births.
Algeria's GDP per capita is $5,370. It is classified as a upper middle income country by the World Bank.
74.7% of Algeria's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 19.4 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Algeria is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Algeria are typically June, July and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Algeria has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C and about 713 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically August and the coldest is January.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
Algeria is a country in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan with a population of 46,164,219. The population is growing slowly, about 1.5% annually.
GDP per capita is about $5,370 (Upper middle income, by World Bank classification). Life expectancy is high at 76.3 years, with a fertility rate of 2.8 births per woman, and 74.7% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.