Rank #57 by World Population
🇪🇨Ecuador
Ecuador has a population of 17,980,083, ranking #57 in the world. The capital is Quito. Located in Latin America & Caribbean .
World Bank: Upper middle income
17,980,083
Population
#57
World Rank
77.4
Life Expectancy
$6,738
GDP Per Capita
Ecuador, #57 by world population
Ecuador Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Ecuador had a population of 4,590,891 in 1960 and 18,135,478 in 2024, a 4.0× growth over 64 years. The peak was 18,135,478 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.17%.
18,135,478
Population (2024)
4,590,891
Population (1960)
18,135,478
Peak (2024)
2.17%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 4,590,891 |
| 1961 | 4,722,331 |
| 1962 | 4,859,269 |
| 1963 | 5,001,716 |
| 1964 | 5,149,918 |
| 1965 | 5,303,963 |
| 1966 | 5,463,748 |
| 1967 | 5,629,057 |
| 1968 | 5,799,680 |
| 1969 | 5,975,236 |
| 1970 | 6,155,387 |
| 1971 | 6,340,052 |
| 1972 | 6,529,034 |
| 1973 | 6,722,033 |
| 1974 | 6,918,573 |
| 1975 | 7,118,251 |
| 1976 | 7,320,912 |
| 1977 | 7,526,819 |
| 1978 | 7,736,167 |
| 1979 | 7,948,869 |
| 1980 | 8,165,877 |
| 1981 | 8,386,910 |
| 1982 | 8,611,298 |
| 1983 | 8,840,417 |
| 1984 | 9,074,782 |
| 1985 | 9,311,154 |
| 1986 | 9,545,998 |
| 1987 | 9,779,290 |
| 1988 | 10,010,808 |
| 1989 | 10,241,852 |
| 1990 | 10,473,673 |
| 1991 | 10,702,380 |
| 1992 | 10,930,128 |
| 1993 | 11,154,274 |
| 1994 | 11,372,197 |
| 1995 | 11,590,514 |
| 1996 | 11,810,950 |
| 1997 | 12,031,127 |
| 1998 | 12,251,184 |
| 1999 | 12,470,795 |
| 2000 | 12,689,206 |
| 2001 | 12,910,740 |
| 2002 | 13,138,472 |
| 2003 | 13,372,306 |
| 2004 | 13,608,701 |
| 2005 | 13,846,163 |
| 2006 | 14,086,131 |
| 2007 | 14,328,773 |
| 2008 | 14,575,202 |
| 2009 | 14,825,954 |
| 2010 | 15,076,695 |
| 2011 | 15,326,227 |
| 2012 | 15,572,194 |
| 2013 | 15,807,128 |
| 2014 | 16,035,124 |
| 2015 | 16,266,225 |
| 2016 | 16,505,139 |
| 2017 | 16,759,519 |
| 2018 | 17,049,547 |
| 2019 | 17,340,021 |
| 2020 | 17,546,065 |
| 2021 | 17,682,454 |
| 2022 | 17,823,897 |
| 2023 | 17,980,083 |
| 2024 | 18,135,478 |
Demographics
| Population | 17,980,083 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.87% |
| Urban Population | 63.1% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.82 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 77.4 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 11.1 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 94.5% |
Economy & Trade
$6,738
GDP Per Capita
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
Upper middle income
Income Level
44.6
Gini Index (inequality)
57.0%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
7.6%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
3.8%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
94.5%
Literacy Rate
11.1
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
98.7%
Electricity Access
69.7%
Internet Users
95
Mobile Subs per 100
72.4
People per km2
-21,948
Net Migration
Environment
49.5%
Forest Area
Ecuador Climate
Ecuador has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F) and receives about 1066 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is May and the coldest is July. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10°C
Avg Temp
1066
Precip (mm/yr)
May
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10° / 50° | 99 mm |
| February | 10° / 50° | 116 mm |
| March | 10° / 50° | 130 mm |
| April | 10° / 50° | 135 mm |
| May | 10° / 50° | 95 mm |
| June | 10° / 50° | 51 mm |
| July | 10° / 49° | 31 mm |
| August | 10° / 50° | 34 mm |
| September | 10° / 50° | 66 mm |
| October | 10° / 50° | 110 mm |
| November | 10° / 50° | 109 mm |
| December | 10° / 50° | 90 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 Ecuador
The most comfortable months to visit Ecuador are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is May (around 16°C high). The coldest is July (near 4°C low). April is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ecuador has a population of 17,980,083, ranking #57 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 0.87%.
Life expectancy in Ecuador is 77.4 years. The infant mortality rate is 11.1 per 1,000 live births.
Ecuador's GDP per capita is $6,738. It is classified as a upper middle income country by the World Bank.
63.1% of Ecuador's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 72.4 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Ecuador is 94.5%. The country spends 3.8% of GDP on education.
The most comfortable months to visit Ecuador are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Ecuador has an average annual temperature of 10°C and about 1066 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically May and the coldest is July.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
With 17,980,083 residents, Ecuador is a country in Latin America & Caribbean . The population is growing slowly, about 0.9% annually.
GDP per capita is about $6,738 (Upper middle income, by World Bank classification). Life expectancy is high at 77.4 years, with a fertility rate of 1.8 births per woman, and 63.1% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.