Rank #18 by World Population
🇧🇾Belarus
Belarus has a population of 9,178,298, ranking #18 in the world. The capital is Minsk. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: Upper middle income
9,178,298
Population
#18
World Rank
74.2
Life Expectancy
$7,897
GDP Per Capita
Belarus, #18 by world population
Belarus Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Belarus had a population of 8,198,000 in 1960 and 9,132,629 in 2024, a 11.4% growth over 64 years. The peak was 10,239,050 in 1993. Average annual growth rate: 0.17%.
9,132,629
Population (2024)
8,198,000
Population (1960)
10,239,050
Peak (1993)
0.17%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 8,198,000 |
| 1961 | 8,271,216 |
| 1962 | 8,351,928 |
| 1963 | 8,437,232 |
| 1964 | 8,524,224 |
| 1965 | 8,610,000 |
| 1966 | 8,696,496 |
| 1967 | 8,785,648 |
| 1968 | 8,874,552 |
| 1969 | 8,960,304 |
| 1970 | 9,040,000 |
| 1971 | 9,115,576 |
| 1972 | 9,188,968 |
| 1973 | 9,257,272 |
| 1974 | 9,317,584 |
| 1975 | 9,367,000 |
| 1976 | 9,411,000 |
| 1977 | 9,463,000 |
| 1978 | 9,525,000 |
| 1979 | 9,584,000 |
| 1980 | 9,643,000 |
| 1981 | 9,710,000 |
| 1982 | 9,776,000 |
| 1983 | 9,843,000 |
| 1984 | 9,910,000 |
| 1985 | 9,975,000 |
| 1986 | 10,043,000 |
| 1987 | 10,111,000 |
| 1988 | 10,140,000 |
| 1989 | 10,170,000 |
| 1990 | 10,189,348 |
| 1991 | 10,194,050 |
| 1992 | 10,216,470 |
| 1993 | 10,239,050 |
| 1994 | 10,226,955 |
| 1995 | 10,193,831 |
| 1996 | 10,159,569 |
| 1997 | 10,117,433 |
| 1998 | 10,071,963 |
| 1999 | 10,026,738 |
| 2000 | 9,979,610 |
| 2001 | 9,928,549 |
| 2002 | 9,865,548 |
| 2003 | 9,796,749 |
| 2004 | 9,730,146 |
| 2005 | 9,663,915 |
| 2006 | 9,604,924 |
| 2007 | 9,560,953 |
| 2008 | 9,527,985 |
| 2009 | 9,504,583 |
| 2010 | 9,483,836 |
| 2011 | 9,461,643 |
| 2012 | 9,446,836 |
| 2013 | 9,443,211 |
| 2014 | 9,448,515 |
| 2015 | 9,461,076 |
| 2016 | 9,469,379 |
| 2017 | 9,458,989 |
| 2018 | 9,438,785 |
| 2019 | 9,419,758 |
| 2020 | 9,379,952 |
| 2021 | 9,302,585 |
| 2022 | 9,228,071 |
| 2023 | 9,178,298 |
| 2024 | 9,132,629 |
Demographics
| Population | 9,178,298 |
| Population Growth Rate | -0.54% |
| Urban Population | 78.8% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.21 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 74.2 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 1.9 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$7,897
GDP Per Capita
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
Upper middle income
Income Level
24.4
Gini Index (inequality)
131.6%
Trade (% of GDP)
3,598,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
7.1%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
4.72
Physicians per 1,000
4.9%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
1.9
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
89.5%
Internet Users
127
Mobile Subs per 100
45.2
People per km2
-3,034
Net Migration
Environment
43.4%
Forest Area
Belarus Climate
Belarus has an average annual temperature of 5.8°C (42°F) and receives about 642 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
5.8°C
Avg Temp
642
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -6° / 21° | 38 mm |
| February | -5° / 22° | 32 mm |
| March | -1° / 30° | 39 mm |
| April | 6° / 43° | 43 mm |
| May | 12° / 54° | 54 mm |
| June | 16° / 60° | 79 mm |
| July | 17° / 63° | 87 mm |
| August | 16° / 62° | 64 mm |
| September | 11° / 53° | 59 mm |
| October | 6° / 43° | 51 mm |
| November | 0° / 33° | 48 mm |
| December | -4° / 26° | 48 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 Belarus
The most comfortable months to visit Belarus are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 22°C high). The coldest is January (near -9°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Belarus has a population of 9,178,298, ranking #18 in the world. The annual population growth rate is -0.54%.
Life expectancy in Belarus is 74.2 years. The infant mortality rate is 1.9 per 1,000 live births.
Belarus's GDP per capita is $7,897. It is classified as a upper middle income country by the World Bank.
78.8% of Belarus's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 45.2 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Belarus is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Belarus are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Belarus has an average annual temperature of 5.8°C and about 642 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically July 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.
Belarus is a country in Europe & Central Asia with a population of 9,178,298. The population is in decline, around -0.5% annually.
GDP per capita is about $7,897 (Upper middle income, by World Bank classification). Life expectancy is 74.2 years, with a fertility rate of 1.2 births per woman, and 78.8% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.