Rank #32 by World Population
🇧🇮Burundi
Burundi has a population of 13,689,450, ranking #32 in the world. The capital is Bujumbura. Located in Sub-Saharan Africa .
World Bank: Low income
13,689,450
Population
#32
World Rank
63.7
Life Expectancy
$251
GDP Per Capita
Burundi, #32 by world population
Burundi Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Burundi had a population of 2,764,258 in 1960 and 14,047,786 in 2024, a 5.1× growth over 64 years. The peak was 14,047,786 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.58%.
14,047,786
Population (2024)
2,764,258
Population (1960)
14,047,786
Peak (2024)
2.58%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 2,764,258 |
| 1961 | 2,835,119 |
| 1962 | 2,907,943 |
| 1963 | 2,969,841 |
| 1964 | 3,055,650 |
| 1965 | 3,141,367 |
| 1966 | 3,217,960 |
| 1967 | 3,300,690 |
| 1968 | 3,380,387 |
| 1969 | 3,454,590 |
| 1970 | 3,530,432 |
| 1971 | 3,617,289 |
| 1972 | 3,617,128 |
| 1973 | 3,611,991 |
| 1974 | 3,703,590 |
| 1975 | 3,796,612 |
| 1976 | 3,882,626 |
| 1977 | 3,983,582 |
| 1978 | 4,100,338 |
| 1979 | 4,203,530 |
| 1980 | 4,383,706 |
| 1981 | 4,566,014 |
| 1982 | 4,681,390 |
| 1983 | 4,808,528 |
| 1984 | 4,926,465 |
| 1985 | 5,034,042 |
| 1986 | 5,129,414 |
| 1987 | 5,247,787 |
| 1988 | 5,365,327 |
| 1989 | 5,471,706 |
| 1990 | 5,587,052 |
| 1991 | 5,703,857 |
| 1992 | 5,858,407 |
| 1993 | 5,676,843 |
| 1994 | 5,713,854 |
| 1995 | 6,066,316 |
| 1996 | 6,070,506 |
| 1997 | 6,070,042 |
| 1998 | 6,187,108 |
| 1999 | 6,337,155 |
| 2000 | 6,470,194 |
| 2001 | 6,634,365 |
| 2002 | 6,824,132 |
| 2003 | 7,043,154 |
| 2004 | 7,310,656 |
| 2005 | 7,587,299 |
| 2006 | 7,865,547 |
| 2007 | 8,161,874 |
| 2008 | 8,505,637 |
| 2009 | 8,947,646 |
| 2010 | 9,376,444 |
| 2011 | 9,717,978 |
| 2012 | 10,071,028 |
| 2013 | 10,439,341 |
| 2014 | 10,799,785 |
| 2015 | 11,047,580 |
| 2016 | 11,239,451 |
| 2017 | 11,506,762 |
| 2018 | 11,859,446 |
| 2019 | 12,255,336 |
| 2020 | 12,617,036 |
| 2021 | 12,965,481 |
| 2022 | 13,321,097 |
| 2023 | 13,689,450 |
| 2024 | 14,047,786 |
Demographics
| Population | 13,689,450 |
| Population Growth Rate | 2.73% |
| Urban Population | 23.6% |
| Fertility Rate | 4.88 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 63.7 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 31.4 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 71.3% |
Economy & Trade
$251
GDP Per Capita
0.9%
Unemployment Rate
Low income
Income Level
37.5
Gini Index (inequality)
Health & Education
9.1%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
0.08
Physicians per 1,000
71.3%
Literacy Rate
31.4
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
11.6%
Electricity Access
7.1%
Internet Users
60
Mobile Subs per 100
533.1
People per km2
1,995
Net Migration
Environment
10.9%
Forest Area
Burundi Climate
Burundi has an average annual temperature of 24.1°C (75°F) and receives about 1005 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is September and the coldest is June. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
24.1°C
Avg Temp
1005
Precip (mm/yr)
Sep
Hottest Month
Jun
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 24° / 75° | 113 mm |
| February | 24° / 74° | 103 mm |
| March | 24° / 75° | 146 mm |
| April | 24° / 75° | 155 mm |
| May | 24° / 75° | 86 mm |
| June | 24° / 74° | 15 mm |
| July | 24° / 75° | 4 mm |
| August | 25° / 76° | 17 mm |
| September | 25° / 77° | 44 mm |
| October | 25° / 76° | 76 mm |
| November | 24° / 75° | 119 mm |
| December | 24° / 75° | 127 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 Burundi
The most comfortable months to visit Burundi are typically July, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is September (around 31°C high). The coldest is June (near 18°C low). April is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Burundi has a population of 13,689,450, ranking #32 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 2.73%.
Life expectancy in Burundi is 63.7 years. The infant mortality rate is 31.4 per 1,000 live births.
Burundi's GDP per capita is $251. It is classified as a low income country by the World Bank.
23.6% of Burundi's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 533.1 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Burundi is 71.3%.
The most comfortable months to visit Burundi are typically July, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Burundi has an average annual temperature of 24.1°C and about 1005 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically September and the coldest is June.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
With 13,689,450 residents, Burundi is a country in Sub-Saharan Africa . Its population is growing quickly, by about 2.7% a year.
Burundi is a lower-income economy, with GDP per capita of about $251. Life expectancy is 63.7 years, below the global average, with a fertility rate of 4.9 births per woman, and 23.6% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.