Rank #72 by World Population
🇬🇪Georgia
Georgia has a population of 3,715,483, ranking #72 in the world. The capital is Tbilisi. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: Upper middle income
3,715,483
Population
#72
World Rank
74.5
Life Expectancy
$8,284
GDP Per Capita
Georgia, #72 by world population
Georgia Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Georgia had a population of 3,645,600 in 1960 and 3,699,557 in 2024, a 1.5% growth over 64 years. The peak was 4,911,100 in 1993. Average annual growth rate: 0.03%.
3,699,557
Population (2024)
3,645,600
Population (1960)
4,911,100
Peak (1993)
0.03%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 3,645,600 |
| 1961 | 3,703,600 |
| 1962 | 3,760,300 |
| 1963 | 3,816,100 |
| 1964 | 3,870,300 |
| 1965 | 3,921,600 |
| 1966 | 3,966,700 |
| 1967 | 4,005,800 |
| 1968 | 4,042,300 |
| 1969 | 4,080,300 |
| 1970 | 4,119,900 |
| 1971 | 4,163,000 |
| 1972 | 4,205,300 |
| 1973 | 4,242,500 |
| 1974 | 4,279,500 |
| 1975 | 4,311,200 |
| 1976 | 4,342,400 |
| 1977 | 4,372,100 |
| 1978 | 4,397,700 |
| 1979 | 4,430,200 |
| 1980 | 4,467,700 |
| 1981 | 4,504,500 |
| 1982 | 4,542,800 |
| 1983 | 4,582,900 |
| 1984 | 4,622,200 |
| 1985 | 4,662,900 |
| 1986 | 4,704,500 |
| 1987 | 4,743,500 |
| 1988 | 4,790,700 |
| 1989 | 4,803,300 |
| 1990 | 4,802,000 |
| 1991 | 4,835,900 |
| 1992 | 4,873,500 |
| 1993 | 4,911,100 |
| 1994 | 4,836,076 |
| 1995 | 4,657,722 |
| 1996 | 4,491,699 |
| 1997 | 4,349,913 |
| 1998 | 4,243,607 |
| 1999 | 4,157,192 |
| 2000 | 4,077,131 |
| 2001 | 4,014,373 |
| 2002 | 3,978,515 |
| 2003 | 3,951,736 |
| 2004 | 3,927,340 |
| 2005 | 3,902,469 |
| 2006 | 3,880,347 |
| 2007 | 3,860,158 |
| 2008 | 3,848,449 |
| 2009 | 3,814,419 |
| 2010 | 3,786,695 |
| 2011 | 3,756,441 |
| 2012 | 3,728,874 |
| 2013 | 3,717,668 |
| 2014 | 3,719,414 |
| 2015 | 3,725,276 |
| 2016 | 3,727,505 |
| 2017 | 3,728,004 |
| 2018 | 3,726,549 |
| 2019 | 3,720,161 |
| 2020 | 3,722,716 |
| 2021 | 3,708,610 |
| 2022 | 3,712,502 |
| 2023 | 3,715,483 |
| 2024 | 3,699,557 |
Demographics
| Population | 3,715,483 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.08% |
| Urban Population | 60.8% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.81 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 74.5 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 7.6 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 99.6% |
Economy & Trade
$8,284
GDP Per Capita
11.5%
Unemployment Rate
Upper middle income
Income Level
34.8
Gini Index (inequality)
107.2%
Trade (% of GDP)
1,513,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
6.9%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
5.64
Physicians per 1,000
3.7%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
99.6%
Literacy Rate
7.6
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
78.7%
Internet Users
147
Mobile Subs per 100
65.0
People per km2
2,003
Net Migration
Environment
40.6%
Forest Area
Georgia Climate
Georgia has an average annual temperature of 12.6°C (55°F) and receives about 539 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.6°C
Avg Temp
539
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2° / 35° | 22 mm |
| February | 2° / 36° | 30 mm |
| March | 6° / 43° | 37 mm |
| April | 13° / 55° | 54 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 80 mm |
| June | 20° / 69° | 84 mm |
| July | 24° / 75° | 48 mm |
| August | 24° / 74° | 43 mm |
| September | 19° / 67° | 37 mm |
| October | 13° / 56° | 43 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 37 mm |
| December | 4° / 38° | 24 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 Georgia
The most comfortable months to visit Georgia are typically September, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -2°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Georgia in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Georgia has a population of 3,715,483, ranking #72 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 0.08%.
Life expectancy in Georgia is 74.5 years. The infant mortality rate is 7.6 per 1,000 live births.
Georgia's GDP per capita is $8,284. It is classified as a upper middle income country by the World Bank.
60.8% of Georgia's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 65.0 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Georgia is 99.6%. The country spends 3.7% of GDP on education.
The most comfortable months to visit Georgia are typically September, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Georgia has an average annual temperature of 12.6°C and about 539 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.
With 3,715,483 residents, Georgia is a country in Europe & Central Asia. The population is growing slowly, about 0.1% annually.
GDP per capita is about $8,284 (Upper middle income, by World Bank classification). Life expectancy is 74.5 years, with a fertility rate of 1.8 births per woman, and 60.8% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.