Rank #54 by World Population
🇩🇯Djibouti
Djibouti has a population of 1,152,944, ranking #54 in the world. The capital is Djibouti. Located in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan.
World Bank: Lower middle income
1,152,944
Population
#54
World Rank
66.0
Life Expectancy
$3,381
GDP Per Capita
Djibouti, #54 by world population
Djibouti Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Djibouti had a population of 86,024 in 1960 and 1,168,722 in 2024, a 14× growth over 64 years. The peak was 1,168,722 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 4.20%.
1,168,722
Population (2024)
86,024
Population (1960)
1,168,722
Peak (2024)
4.20%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 86,024 |
| 1961 | 89,390 |
| 1962 | 93,283 |
| 1963 | 97,872 |
| 1964 | 103,198 |
| 1965 | 109,092 |
| 1966 | 115,269 |
| 1967 | 121,649 |
| 1968 | 128,250 |
| 1969 | 136,078 |
| 1970 | 145,175 |
| 1971 | 155,136 |
| 1972 | 166,256 |
| 1973 | 178,449 |
| 1974 | 192,613 |
| 1975 | 209,908 |
| 1976 | 230,737 |
| 1977 | 254,613 |
| 1978 | 280,031 |
| 1979 | 304,513 |
| 1980 | 325,815 |
| 1981 | 343,047 |
| 1982 | 356,880 |
| 1983 | 369,553 |
| 1984 | 384,053 |
| 1985 | 402,687 |
| 1986 | 426,341 |
| 1987 | 454,399 |
| 1988 | 484,523 |
| 1989 | 523,355 |
| 1990 | 579,538 |
| 1991 | 631,092 |
| 1992 | 626,010 |
| 1993 | 614,245 |
| 1994 | 626,710 |
| 1995 | 633,074 |
| 1996 | 648,348 |
| 1997 | 671,817 |
| 1998 | 699,352 |
| 1999 | 724,218 |
| 2000 | 747,318 |
| 2001 | 771,313 |
| 2002 | 795,574 |
| 2003 | 813,519 |
| 2004 | 826,124 |
| 2005 | 839,167 |
| 2006 | 855,764 |
| 2007 | 874,528 |
| 2008 | 892,734 |
| 2009 | 911,527 |
| 2010 | 930,251 |
| 2011 | 948,558 |
| 2012 | 966,747 |
| 2013 | 984,824 |
| 2014 | 1,002,717 |
| 2015 | 1,020,313 |
| 2016 | 1,037,653 |
| 2017 | 1,054,841 |
| 2018 | 1,071,882 |
| 2019 | 1,088,709 |
| 2020 | 1,105,188 |
| 2021 | 1,121,248 |
| 2022 | 1,137,096 |
| 2023 | 1,152,944 |
| 2024 | 1,168,722 |
Demographics
| Population | 1,152,944 |
| Population Growth Rate | 1.38% |
| Urban Population | 72.8% |
| Fertility Rate | 2.61 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 66.0 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 44.4 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$3,381
GDP Per Capita
26.1%
Unemployment Rate
Lower middle income
Income Level
285.9%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
2.3%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
0.21
Physicians per 1,000
44.4
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
65.2%
Electricity Access
63.8%
Internet Users
44
Mobile Subs per 100
49.7
People per km2
500
Net Migration
Environment
0.3%
Forest Area
Djibouti Climate
Djibouti has an average annual temperature of 29.9°C (86°F) and receives about 139 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
29.9°C
Avg Temp
139
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 25° / 77° | 14 mm |
| February | 26° / 78° | 16 mm |
| March | 27° / 81° | 21 mm |
| April | 29° / 84° | 20 mm |
| May | 31° / 88° | 9 mm |
| June | 34° / 94° | 0 mm |
| July | 36° / 97° | 3 mm |
| August | 36° / 96° | 9 mm |
| September | 33° / 91° | 5 mm |
| October | 30° / 85° | 15 mm |
| November | 27° / 80° | 15 mm |
| December | 25° / 78° | 12 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 Djibouti
The most comfortable months to visit Djibouti are typically January, December and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 41°C high). The coldest is January (near 22°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Djibouti in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Djibouti has a population of 1,152,944, ranking #54 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 1.38%.
Life expectancy in Djibouti is 66.0 years. The infant mortality rate is 44.4 per 1,000 live births.
Djibouti's GDP per capita is $3,381. It is classified as a lower middle income country by the World Bank.
72.8% of Djibouti's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 49.7 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Djibouti is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Djibouti are typically January, December and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Djibouti has an average annual temperature of 29.9°C and about 139 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.
Djibouti is a country in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan with a population of 1,152,944. The population is growing slowly, about 1.4% annually.
GDP per capita is roughly $3,381, placing Djibouti among lower-income economies. Life expectancy is 66.0 years, below the global average, with a fertility rate of 2.6 births per woman, and 72.8% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.