Rank #31 by World Population
🇧🇫Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso has a population of 23,025,776, ranking #31 in the world. The capital is Ouagadougou. Located in Sub-Saharan Africa .
World Bank: Low income
23,025,776
Population
#31
World Rank
61.1
Life Expectancy
$873
GDP Per Capita
Burkina Faso, #31 by world population
Burkina Faso Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Burkina Faso had a population of 4,778,621 in 1960 and 23,548,781 in 2024, a 4.9× growth over 64 years. The peak was 23,548,781 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.52%.
23,548,781
Population (2024)
4,778,621
Population (1960)
23,548,781
Peak (2024)
2.52%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 4,778,621 |
| 1961 | 4,848,224 |
| 1962 | 4,919,672 |
| 1963 | 4,993,623 |
| 1964 | 5,071,034 |
| 1965 | 5,152,833 |
| 1966 | 5,237,933 |
| 1967 | 5,326,348 |
| 1968 | 5,418,644 |
| 1969 | 5,513,177 |
| 1970 | 5,610,304 |
| 1971 | 5,707,999 |
| 1972 | 5,807,234 |
| 1973 | 5,911,927 |
| 1974 | 6,024,904 |
| 1975 | 6,147,569 |
| 1976 | 6,280,635 |
| 1977 | 6,428,734 |
| 1978 | 6,590,984 |
| 1979 | 6,763,903 |
| 1980 | 6,947,900 |
| 1981 | 7,140,271 |
| 1982 | 7,340,197 |
| 1983 | 7,551,129 |
| 1984 | 7,772,256 |
| 1985 | 7,999,935 |
| 1986 | 8,228,847 |
| 1987 | 8,457,109 |
| 1988 | 8,687,435 |
| 1989 | 8,921,175 |
| 1990 | 9,159,356 |
| 1991 | 9,394,632 |
| 1992 | 9,629,275 |
| 1993 | 9,871,713 |
| 1994 | 10,123,798 |
| 1995 | 10,386,722 |
| 1996 | 10,655,942 |
| 1997 | 10,934,223 |
| 1998 | 11,240,664 |
| 1999 | 11,574,928 |
| 2000 | 11,925,546 |
| 2001 | 12,295,001 |
| 2002 | 12,680,897 |
| 2003 | 13,082,532 |
| 2004 | 13,500,533 |
| 2005 | 13,932,123 |
| 2006 | 14,373,707 |
| 2007 | 14,816,307 |
| 2008 | 15,258,093 |
| 2009 | 15,710,066 |
| 2010 | 16,176,498 |
| 2011 | 16,661,908 |
| 2012 | 17,172,287 |
| 2013 | 17,695,409 |
| 2014 | 18,229,461 |
| 2015 | 18,777,487 |
| 2016 | 19,334,856 |
| 2017 | 19,894,407 |
| 2018 | 20,438,288 |
| 2019 | 20,961,952 |
| 2020 | 21,478,690 |
| 2021 | 21,995,243 |
| 2022 | 22,509,038 |
| 2023 | 23,025,776 |
| 2024 | 23,548,781 |
Demographics
| Population | 23,025,776 |
| Population Growth Rate | 2.27% |
| Urban Population | 27.8% |
| Fertility Rate | 4.19 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 61.1 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 44.9 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 41.6% |
Economy & Trade
$873
GDP Per Capita
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Low income
Income Level
63.1%
Trade (% of GDP)
67,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
7.8%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
0.15
Physicians per 1,000
5.3%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
41.6%
Literacy Rate
44.9
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
21.7%
Electricity Access
25.4%
Internet Users
112
Mobile Subs per 100
84.2
People per km2
-24,957
Net Migration
Environment
22.2%
Forest Area
Burkina Faso Climate
Burkina Faso has an average annual temperature of 28.5°C (83°F) and receives about 736 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is April and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
28.5°C
Avg Temp
736
Precip (mm/yr)
Apr
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 25° / 76° | 0 mm |
| February | 27° / 81° | 1 mm |
| March | 31° / 87° | 5 mm |
| April | 33° / 91° | 23 mm |
| May | 32° / 90° | 63 mm |
| June | 30° / 87° | 103 mm |
| July | 28° / 83° | 173 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 210 mm |
| September | 28° / 82° | 124 mm |
| October | 29° / 84° | 33 mm |
| November | 28° / 82° | 1 mm |
| December | 25° / 77° | 0 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 Burkina Faso
The most comfortable months to visit Burkina Faso are typically January, December and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is April (around 39°C high). The coldest is January (near 17°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Burkina Faso in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Burkina Faso has a population of 23,025,776, ranking #31 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 2.27%.
Life expectancy in Burkina Faso is 61.1 years. The infant mortality rate is 44.9 per 1,000 live births.
Burkina Faso's GDP per capita is $873. It is classified as a low income country by the World Bank.
27.8% of Burkina Faso's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 84.2 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Burkina Faso is 41.6%. The country spends 5.3% of GDP on education.
The most comfortable months to visit Burkina Faso are typically January, December and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Burkina Faso has an average annual temperature of 28.5°C and about 736 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically April 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 23,025,776 residents, Burkina Faso is a country in Sub-Saharan Africa . The population is expanding fast — roughly 2.3% annually.
Burkina Faso is a lower-income economy, with GDP per capita of about $873. Life expectancy is 61.1 years, below the global average, with a fertility rate of 4.2 births per woman, and 27.8% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.