Rank #47 by World Population
🇨🇮Cote d'Ivoire
Cote d'Ivoire has a population of 31,165,654, ranking #47 in the world. The capital is Yamoussoukro. Located in Sub-Saharan Africa .
World Bank: Lower middle income
31,165,654
Population
#47
World Rank
61.9
Life Expectancy
$2,592
GDP Per Capita
Cote d'Ivoire, #47 by world population
Cote d'Ivoire Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Cote d'Ivoire had a population of 3,673,666 in 1960 and 31,934,230 in 2024, a 8.7× growth over 64 years. The peak was 31,934,230 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 3.44%.
31,934,230
Population (2024)
3,673,666
Population (1960)
31,934,230
Peak (2024)
3.44%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 3,673,666 |
| 1961 | 3,810,151 |
| 1962 | 3,956,939 |
| 1963 | 4,112,061 |
| 1964 | 4,273,952 |
| 1965 | 4,442,377 |
| 1966 | 4,617,519 |
| 1967 | 4,799,744 |
| 1968 | 4,990,021 |
| 1969 | 5,192,221 |
| 1970 | 5,411,567 |
| 1971 | 5,650,868 |
| 1972 | 5,909,716 |
| 1973 | 6,184,944 |
| 1974 | 6,474,057 |
| 1975 | 6,776,297 |
| 1976 | 7,057,958 |
| 1977 | 7,321,950 |
| 1978 | 7,603,130 |
| 1979 | 7,902,267 |
| 1980 | 8,220,714 |
| 1981 | 8,556,596 |
| 1982 | 8,907,936 |
| 1983 | 9,272,744 |
| 1984 | 9,650,516 |
| 1985 | 10,040,483 |
| 1986 | 10,440,917 |
| 1987 | 10,851,475 |
| 1988 | 11,275,189 |
| 1989 | 11,719,771 |
| 1990 | 12,189,778 |
| 1991 | 12,683,870 |
| 1992 | 13,200,310 |
| 1993 | 13,735,951 |
| 1994 | 14,287,201 |
| 1995 | 14,855,565 |
| 1996 | 15,442,312 |
| 1997 | 16,047,170 |
| 1998 | 16,663,948 |
| 1999 | 17,215,935 |
| 2000 | 17,699,004 |
| 2001 | 18,178,913 |
| 2002 | 18,654,771 |
| 2003 | 19,125,542 |
| 2004 | 19,595,000 |
| 2005 | 20,068,458 |
| 2006 | 20,546,802 |
| 2007 | 21,030,558 |
| 2008 | 21,514,439 |
| 2009 | 21,997,940 |
| 2010 | 22,488,065 |
| 2011 | 22,982,000 |
| 2012 | 23,467,078 |
| 2013 | 23,939,775 |
| 2014 | 24,527,395 |
| 2015 | 25,246,342 |
| 2016 | 25,989,405 |
| 2017 | 26,733,372 |
| 2018 | 27,464,173 |
| 2019 | 28,193,009 |
| 2020 | 28,915,449 |
| 2021 | 29,639,736 |
| 2022 | 30,395,002 |
| 2023 | 31,165,654 |
| 2024 | 31,934,230 |
Demographics
| Population | 31,165,654 |
| Population Growth Rate | 2.50% |
| Urban Population | 53.4% |
| Fertility Rate | 4.28 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 61.9 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 46.2 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 50.0% |
Economy & Trade
$2,592
GDP Per Capita
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
Lower middle income
Income Level
48.8%
Trade (% of GDP)
668,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
3.4%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
0.17
Physicians per 1,000
3.4%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
50.0%
Literacy Rate
46.2
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
72.4%
Electricity Access
38.4%
Internet Users
150
Mobile Subs per 100
98.0
People per km2
6,002
Net Migration
Environment
7.9%
Forest Area
Cote d'Ivoire Climate
Cote d'Ivoire has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C (80°F) and receives about 1711 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is March and the coldest is August. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
26.4°C
Avg Temp
1711
Precip (mm/yr)
Mar
Hottest Month
Aug
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 27° / 80° | 20 mm |
| February | 28° / 82° | 51 mm |
| March | 28° / 82° | 110 mm |
| April | 28° / 82° | 150 mm |
| May | 27° / 81° | 272 mm |
| June | 26° / 79° | 477 mm |
| July | 25° / 77° | 134 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 40 mm |
| September | 25° / 77° | 83 mm |
| October | 26° / 79° | 159 mm |
| November | 27° / 81° | 148 mm |
| December | 27° / 81° | 67 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 Cote d'Ivoire
The most comfortable months to visit Cote d'Ivoire are typically August, January and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is March (around 31°C high). The coldest is August (near 22°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Cote d'Ivoire in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cote d'Ivoire has a population of 31,165,654, ranking #47 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 2.50%.
Life expectancy in Cote d'Ivoire is 61.9 years. The infant mortality rate is 46.2 per 1,000 live births.
Cote d'Ivoire's GDP per capita is $2,592. It is classified as a lower middle income country by the World Bank.
53.4% of Cote d'Ivoire's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 98.0 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Cote d'Ivoire is 50.0%. The country spends 3.4% of GDP on education.
The most comfortable months to visit Cote d'Ivoire are typically August, January and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Cote d'Ivoire has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C and about 1711 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically March and the coldest is August.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
Cote d'Ivoire is a country in Sub-Saharan Africa with a population of 31,165,654. The population is expanding fast — roughly 2.5% annually.
GDP per capita is roughly $2,592, placing Cote d'Ivoire among lower-income economies. Life expectancy is 61.9 years, below the global average, with a fertility rate of 4.3 births per woman, and 53.4% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.