Rank #52 by World Population
🇨🇿Czechia
Czechia has a population of 10,864,042, ranking #52 in the world. The capital is Prague. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: High income
10,864,042
Population
#52
World Rank
79.8
Life Expectancy
$31,762
GDP Per Capita
Czechia, #52 by world population
Czechia Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Czechia had a population of 9,602,006 in 1960 and 10,905,028 in 2024, a 13.6% growth over 64 years. The peak was 10,905,028 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.20%.
10,905,028
Population (2024)
9,602,006
Population (1960)
10,905,028
Peak (2024)
0.20%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 9,602,006 |
| 1961 | 9,586,651 |
| 1962 | 9,624,660 |
| 1963 | 9,670,685 |
| 1964 | 9,727,804 |
| 1965 | 9,779,358 |
| 1966 | 9,821,040 |
| 1967 | 9,852,899 |
| 1968 | 9,876,346 |
| 1969 | 9,896,580 |
| 1970 | 9,858,071 |
| 1971 | 9,826,815 |
| 1972 | 9,867,632 |
| 1973 | 9,922,266 |
| 1974 | 9,988,459 |
| 1975 | 10,058,620 |
| 1976 | 10,125,939 |
| 1977 | 10,186,755 |
| 1978 | 10,242,098 |
| 1979 | 10,292,341 |
| 1980 | 10,304,193 |
| 1981 | 10,300,591 |
| 1982 | 10,314,826 |
| 1983 | 10,323,856 |
| 1984 | 10,330,213 |
| 1985 | 10,337,118 |
| 1986 | 10,342,227 |
| 1987 | 10,347,318 |
| 1988 | 10,355,276 |
| 1989 | 10,361,068 |
| 1990 | 10,333,355 |
| 1991 | 10,308,578 |
| 1992 | 10,319,123 |
| 1993 | 10,329,855 |
| 1994 | 10,333,587 |
| 1995 | 10,327,253 |
| 1996 | 10,315,241 |
| 1997 | 10,304,131 |
| 1998 | 10,294,373 |
| 1999 | 10,283,860 |
| 2000 | 10,255,063 |
| 2001 | 10,216,605 |
| 2002 | 10,196,916 |
| 2003 | 10,193,998 |
| 2004 | 10,197,101 |
| 2005 | 10,211,216 |
| 2006 | 10,238,905 |
| 2007 | 10,298,828 |
| 2008 | 10,384,603 |
| 2009 | 10,443,936 |
| 2010 | 10,474,410 |
| 2011 | 10,496,088 |
| 2012 | 10,510,785 |
| 2013 | 10,514,272 |
| 2014 | 10,525,347 |
| 2015 | 10,546,059 |
| 2016 | 10,566,332 |
| 2017 | 10,594,438 |
| 2018 | 10,629,928 |
| 2019 | 10,671,870 |
| 2020 | 10,697,858 |
| 2021 | 10,505,772 |
| 2022 | 10,672,118 |
| 2023 | 10,864,042 |
| 2024 | 10,905,028 |
Demographics
| Population | 10,864,042 |
| Population Growth Rate | 1.78% |
| Urban Population | 72.7% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.46 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 79.8 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 2.1 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$31,762
GDP Per Capita
2.6%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
25.7
Gini Index (inequality)
131.9%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
8.4%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
4.35
Physicians per 1,000
2.1
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
84.5%
Internet Users
126
Mobile Subs per 100
140.8
People per km2
-14,638
Net Migration
Environment
34.8%
Forest Area
Czechia Climate
Czechia has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C (49°F) and receives about 499 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.5°C
Avg Temp
499
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0° / 32° | 22 mm |
| February | 1° / 34° | 20 mm |
| March | 5° / 41° | 29 mm |
| April | 9° / 48° | 28 mm |
| May | 14° / 58° | 67 mm |
| June | 17° / 63° | 68 mm |
| July | 19° / 66° | 73 mm |
| August | 19° / 66° | 65 mm |
| September | 15° / 58° | 40 mm |
| October | 10° / 49° | 30 mm |
| November | 4° / 40° | 31 mm |
| December | 2° / 35° | 26 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 Czechia
The most comfortable months to visit Czechia are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 24°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Czechia in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Czechia has a population of 10,864,042, ranking #52 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 1.78%.
Life expectancy in Czechia is 79.8 years. The infant mortality rate is 2.1 per 1,000 live births.
Czechia's GDP per capita is $31,762. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
72.7% of Czechia's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 140.8 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Czechia is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Czechia are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Czechia has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C and about 499 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically July 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.
Czechia is a country in Europe & Central Asia with a population of 10,864,042. The population is expanding fast — roughly 1.8% annually.
Economically, Czechia is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $31,762. Life expectancy is high at 79.8 years, with a fertility rate of 1.5 births per woman, and 72.7% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.