Rank #49 by World Population
🇨🇺Cuba
Cuba has a population of 11,019,931, ranking #49 in the world. The capital is Havana. Located in Latin America & Caribbean .
World Bank: Upper middle income
11,019,931
Population
#49
World Rank
78.1
Life Expectancy
-
GDP Per Capita
Cuba, #49 by world population
Cuba Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Cuba had a population of 7,238,081 in 1960 and 10,979,783 in 2024, a 51.7% growth over 64 years. The peak was 11,303,175 in 2012. Average annual growth rate: 0.66%.
10,979,783
Population (2024)
7,238,081
Population (1960)
11,303,175
Peak (2012)
0.66%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 7,238,081 |
| 1961 | 7,387,117 |
| 1962 | 7,541,098 |
| 1963 | 7,701,660 |
| 1964 | 7,866,020 |
| 1965 | 8,030,797 |
| 1966 | 8,193,450 |
| 1967 | 8,352,625 |
| 1968 | 8,509,522 |
| 1969 | 8,666,640 |
| 1970 | 8,824,382 |
| 1971 | 8,979,085 |
| 1972 | 9,123,891 |
| 1973 | 9,255,328 |
| 1974 | 9,374,183 |
| 1975 | 9,479,726 |
| 1976 | 9,571,242 |
| 1977 | 9,648,440 |
| 1978 | 9,711,980 |
| 1979 | 9,763,355 |
| 1980 | 9,804,796 |
| 1981 | 9,849,320 |
| 1982 | 9,912,681 |
| 1983 | 9,991,026 |
| 1984 | 10,073,299 |
| 1985 | 10,157,228 |
| 1986 | 10,244,247 |
| 1987 | 10,335,342 |
| 1988 | 10,432,585 |
| 1989 | 10,533,243 |
| 1990 | 10,631,799 |
| 1991 | 10,717,640 |
| 1992 | 10,785,801 |
| 1993 | 10,841,031 |
| 1994 | 10,886,021 |
| 1995 | 10,925,362 |
| 1996 | 10,962,010 |
| 1997 | 10,997,934 |
| 1998 | 11,034,712 |
| 1999 | 11,072,230 |
| 2000 | 11,109,109 |
| 2001 | 11,144,132 |
| 2002 | 11,177,418 |
| 2003 | 11,209,383 |
| 2004 | 11,238,756 |
| 2005 | 11,262,554 |
| 2006 | 11,278,550 |
| 2007 | 11,287,272 |
| 2008 | 11,291,762 |
| 2009 | 11,294,719 |
| 2010 | 11,297,409 |
| 2011 | 11,301,571 |
| 2012 | 11,303,175 |
| 2013 | 11,298,167 |
| 2014 | 11,285,775 |
| 2015 | 11,275,065 |
| 2016 | 11,265,612 |
| 2017 | 11,247,829 |
| 2018 | 11,227,118 |
| 2019 | 11,202,846 |
| 2020 | 11,176,354 |
| 2021 | 11,122,168 |
| 2022 | 11,059,820 |
| 2023 | 11,019,931 |
| 2024 | 10,979,783 |
Demographics
| Population | 11,019,931 |
| Population Growth Rate | -0.36% |
| Urban Population | 77.1% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.44 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 78.1 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 6.5 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
-
GDP Per Capita
1.7%
Unemployment Rate
Upper middle income
Income Level
120.5%
Trade (% of GDP)
1,086,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
9.4%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
6.5
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
67.9%
Internet Users
64
Mobile Subs per 100
106.2
People per km2
-22,797
Net Migration
Environment
31.2%
Forest Area
Cuba Climate
Cuba has an average annual temperature of 25.5°C (78°F) and receives about 1281 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
25.5°C
Avg Temp
1281
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 23° / 73° | 69 mm |
| February | 23° / 73° | 59 mm |
| March | 24° / 75° | 52 mm |
| April | 25° / 77° | 67 mm |
| May | 27° / 80° | 114 mm |
| June | 28° / 82° | 198 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 130 mm |
| August | 28° / 83° | 122 mm |
| September | 28° / 82° | 170 mm |
| October | 27° / 80° | 149 mm |
| November | 25° / 77° | 88 mm |
| December | 23° / 74° | 63 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 Cuba
The most comfortable months to visit Cuba are typically February, January and December, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 18°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cuba has a population of 11,019,931, ranking #49 in the world. The annual population growth rate is -0.36%.
Life expectancy in Cuba is 78.1 years. The infant mortality rate is 6.5 per 1,000 live births.
GDP data for Cuba is available from the World Bank Open Data portal.
77.1% of Cuba's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 106.2 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Cuba is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Cuba are typically February, January and December, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Cuba has an average annual temperature of 25.5°C and about 1281 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically August 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.
Cuba is a country in Latin America & Caribbean with a population of 11,019,931. Its population is shrinking, by roughly -0.4% a year.
Life expectancy is high at 78.1 years, with a fertility rate of 1.4 births per woman, and 77.1% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.