Rank #20 by World Population
🇧🇿Belize
Belize has a population of 411,106, ranking #20 in the world. The capital is Belmopan. Located in Latin America & Caribbean .
World Bank: Upper middle income
411,106
Population
#20
World Rank
73.6
Life Expectancy
$7,425
GDP Per Capita
Belize, #20 by world population
Belize Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Belize had a population of 91,318 in 1960 and 417,072 in 2024, a 4.6× growth over 64 years. The peak was 417,072 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.40%.
417,072
Population (2024)
91,318
Population (1960)
417,072
Peak (2024)
2.40%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 91,318 |
| 1961 | 93,632 |
| 1962 | 96,042 |
| 1963 | 98,704 |
| 1964 | 101,603 |
| 1965 | 104,675 |
| 1966 | 107,906 |
| 1967 | 111,272 |
| 1968 | 114,713 |
| 1969 | 118,040 |
| 1970 | 120,736 |
| 1971 | 122,805 |
| 1972 | 124,676 |
| 1973 | 126,445 |
| 1974 | 128,185 |
| 1975 | 130,387 |
| 1976 | 133,099 |
| 1977 | 135,887 |
| 1978 | 138,713 |
| 1979 | 141,678 |
| 1980 | 145,062 |
| 1981 | 148,786 |
| 1982 | 152,548 |
| 1983 | 156,297 |
| 1984 | 160,044 |
| 1985 | 163,796 |
| 1986 | 167,554 |
| 1987 | 171,338 |
| 1988 | 175,180 |
| 1989 | 179,107 |
| 1990 | 183,076 |
| 1991 | 187,040 |
| 1992 | 190,983 |
| 1993 | 194,902 |
| 1994 | 199,097 |
| 1995 | 204,146 |
| 1996 | 210,310 |
| 1997 | 217,446 |
| 1998 | 225,173 |
| 1999 | 233,059 |
| 2000 | 240,799 |
| 2001 | 248,379 |
| 2002 | 256,009 |
| 2003 | 263,780 |
| 2004 | 271,688 |
| 2005 | 279,731 |
| 2006 | 287,878 |
| 2007 | 296,100 |
| 2008 | 304,361 |
| 2009 | 312,614 |
| 2010 | 320,245 |
| 2011 | 327,298 |
| 2012 | 334,414 |
| 2013 | 341,627 |
| 2014 | 348,923 |
| 2015 | 356,333 |
| 2016 | 364,705 |
| 2017 | 373,202 |
| 2018 | 380,226 |
| 2019 | 385,829 |
| 2020 | 390,812 |
| 2021 | 395,346 |
| 2022 | 402,733 |
| 2023 | 411,106 |
| 2024 | 417,072 |
Demographics
| Population | 411,106 |
| Population Growth Rate | 2.06% |
| Urban Population | 41.9% |
| Fertility Rate | 2.01 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 73.6 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 10.9 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$7,425
GDP Per Capita
8.3%
Unemployment Rate
Upper middle income
Income Level
106.4%
Trade (% of GDP)
487,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
4.1%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
4.2%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
10.9
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
99.6%
Electricity Access
70.0%
Internet Users
67
Mobile Subs per 100
18.0
People per km2
595
Net Migration
Environment
54.5%
Forest Area
Belize Climate
Belize has an average annual temperature of 25.5°C (78°F) and receives about 1808 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is May and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
25.5°C
Avg Temp
1808
Precip (mm/yr)
May
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 23° / 73° | 103 mm |
| February | 24° / 74° | 63 mm |
| March | 25° / 77° | 48 mm |
| April | 27° / 80° | 44 mm |
| May | 28° / 82° | 88 mm |
| June | 28° / 82° | 248 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 274 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 195 mm |
| September | 27° / 80° | 223 mm |
| October | 26° / 79° | 205 mm |
| November | 24° / 76° | 173 mm |
| December | 23° / 74° | 144 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 Belize
The most comfortable months to visit Belize are typically February, March and January, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is May (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 17°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Belize has a population of 411,106, ranking #20 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 2.06%.
Life expectancy in Belize is 73.6 years. The infant mortality rate is 10.9 per 1,000 live births.
Belize's GDP per capita is $7,425. It is classified as a upper middle income country by the World Bank.
41.9% of Belize's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 18.0 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Belize is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Belize are typically February, March and January, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Belize has an average annual temperature of 25.5°C and about 1808 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically May 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.
With 411,106 residents, Belize is a country in Latin America & Caribbean . Its population is growing quickly, by about 2.1% a year.
GDP per capita is about $7,425 (Upper middle income, by World Bank classification). Life expectancy is 73.6 years, with a fertility rate of 2.0 births per woman, and 41.9% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.