Rank #13 by World Population
🇦🇿Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan has a population of 10,153,958, ranking #13 in the world. The capital is Baku. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: Upper middle income
10,153,958
Population
#13
World Rank
74.4
Life Expectancy
$7,133
GDP Per Capita
Azerbaijan, #13 by world population
Azerbaijan Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Azerbaijan had a population of 3,894,500 in 1960 and 10,202,830 in 2024, a 2.6× growth over 64 years. The peak was 10,202,830 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.52%.
10,202,830
Population (2024)
3,894,500
Population (1960)
10,202,830
Peak (2024)
1.52%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 3,894,500 |
| 1961 | 4,045,750 |
| 1962 | 4,168,150 |
| 1963 | 4,293,550 |
| 1964 | 4,439,250 |
| 1965 | 4,574,650 |
| 1966 | 4,708,150 |
| 1967 | 4,832,000 |
| 1968 | 4,948,500 |
| 1969 | 5,063,300 |
| 1970 | 5,172,050 |
| 1971 | 5,282,950 |
| 1972 | 5,391,450 |
| 1973 | 5,493,900 |
| 1974 | 5,594,100 |
| 1975 | 5,689,050 |
| 1976 | 5,781,000 |
| 1977 | 5,876,150 |
| 1978 | 5,976,150 |
| 1979 | 6,071,300 |
| 1980 | 6,160,500 |
| 1981 | 6,257,750 |
| 1982 | 6,357,550 |
| 1983 | 6,459,800 |
| 1984 | 6,567,850 |
| 1985 | 6,670,150 |
| 1986 | 6,770,300 |
| 1987 | 6,875,350 |
| 1988 | 6,974,600 |
| 1989 | 7,076,550 |
| 1990 | 7,175,200 |
| 1991 | 7,271,300 |
| 1992 | 7,382,050 |
| 1993 | 7,494,800 |
| 1994 | 7,596,550 |
| 1995 | 7,684,850 |
| 1996 | 7,763,000 |
| 1997 | 7,838,250 |
| 1998 | 7,913,000 |
| 1999 | 7,982,750 |
| 2000 | 8,048,600 |
| 2001 | 8,111,200 |
| 2002 | 8,171,950 |
| 2003 | 8,234,100 |
| 2004 | 8,306,500 |
| 2005 | 8,391,850 |
| 2006 | 8,484,550 |
| 2007 | 8,581,300 |
| 2008 | 8,763,400 |
| 2009 | 8,947,243 |
| 2010 | 9,054,332 |
| 2011 | 9,173,082 |
| 2012 | 9,295,784 |
| 2013 | 9,416,801 |
| 2014 | 9,535,079 |
| 2015 | 9,649,341 |
| 2016 | 9,757,812 |
| 2017 | 9,854,033 |
| 2018 | 9,939,771 |
| 2019 | 10,024,283 |
| 2020 | 10,093,121 |
| 2021 | 10,137,750 |
| 2022 | 10,141,756 |
| 2023 | 10,153,958 |
| 2024 | 10,202,830 |
Demographics
| Population | 10,153,958 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.12% |
| Urban Population | 58.5% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.55 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 74.4 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 13.2 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 99.8% |
Economy & Trade
$7,133
GDP Per Capita
5.6%
Unemployment Rate
Upper middle income
Income Level
83.5%
Trade (% of GDP)
796,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
4.3%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
3.19
Physicians per 1,000
3.7%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
99.8%
Literacy Rate
13.2
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
88.0%
Internet Users
106
Mobile Subs per 100
122.9
People per km2
-84,122
Net Migration
Environment
14.1%
Forest Area
Azerbaijan Climate
Azerbaijan has an average annual temperature of 14.1°C (57°F) and receives about 244 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is February. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
14.1°C
Avg Temp
244
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Feb
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 40° | 25 mm |
| February | 4° / 39° | 23 mm |
| March | 6° / 43° | 24 mm |
| April | 12° / 53° | 23 mm |
| May | 17° / 63° | 16 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 10 mm |
| July | 25° / 77° | 4 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 7 mm |
| September | 22° / 71° | 19 mm |
| October | 16° / 60° | 30 mm |
| November | 11° / 51° | 36 mm |
| December | 7° / 44° | 27 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 Azerbaijan
The most comfortable months to visit Azerbaijan are typically June, September and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is February (near 2°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Azerbaijan has a population of 10,153,958, ranking #13 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 0.12%.
Life expectancy in Azerbaijan is 74.4 years. The infant mortality rate is 13.2 per 1,000 live births.
Azerbaijan's GDP per capita is $7,133. It is classified as a upper middle income country by the World Bank.
58.5% of Azerbaijan's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 122.9 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Azerbaijan is 99.8%. The country spends 3.7% of GDP on education.
The most comfortable months to visit Azerbaijan are typically June, September and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Azerbaijan has an average annual temperature of 14.1°C and about 244 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically July and the coldest is February.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
Azerbaijan is a country in Europe & Central Asia with a population of 10,153,958. The population is growing slowly, about 0.1% annually.
GDP per capita is about $7,133 (Upper middle income, by World Bank classification). Life expectancy is 74.4 years, with a fertility rate of 1.6 births per woman, and 58.5% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.