Rank #79 by World Population
🇬🇹Guatemala
Guatemala has a population of 18,124,838, ranking #79 in the world. The capital is Guatemala City. Located in Latin America & Caribbean .
World Bank: Upper middle income
18,124,838
Population
#79
World Rank
72.6
Life Expectancy
$5,758
GDP Per Capita
Guatemala, #79 by world population
Guatemala Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Guatemala had a population of 4,063,655 in 1960 and 18,406,359 in 2024, a 4.5× growth over 64 years. The peak was 18,406,359 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.39%.
18,406,359
Population (2024)
4,063,655
Population (1960)
18,406,359
Peak (2024)
2.39%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 4,063,655 |
| 1961 | 4,186,201 |
| 1962 | 4,312,044 |
| 1963 | 4,440,264 |
| 1964 | 4,571,109 |
| 1965 | 4,704,965 |
| 1966 | 4,840,958 |
| 1967 | 4,978,862 |
| 1968 | 5,118,111 |
| 1969 | 5,257,081 |
| 1970 | 5,396,966 |
| 1971 | 5,538,355 |
| 1972 | 5,682,833 |
| 1973 | 5,831,631 |
| 1974 | 5,981,197 |
| 1975 | 6,128,731 |
| 1976 | 6,262,404 |
| 1977 | 6,401,515 |
| 1978 | 6,561,534 |
| 1979 | 6,727,797 |
| 1980 | 6,900,212 |
| 1981 | 7,075,648 |
| 1982 | 7,240,241 |
| 1983 | 7,419,642 |
| 1984 | 7,630,682 |
| 1985 | 7,849,693 |
| 1986 | 8,070,818 |
| 1987 | 8,296,485 |
| 1988 | 8,532,099 |
| 1989 | 8,775,546 |
| 1990 | 9,024,773 |
| 1991 | 9,272,584 |
| 1992 | 9,522,266 |
| 1993 | 9,779,761 |
| 1994 | 10,043,718 |
| 1995 | 10,312,996 |
| 1996 | 10,583,526 |
| 1997 | 10,857,754 |
| 1998 | 11,139,145 |
| 1999 | 11,422,965 |
| 2000 | 11,697,592 |
| 2001 | 11,969,422 |
| 2002 | 12,246,915 |
| 2003 | 12,525,842 |
| 2004 | 12,807,402 |
| 2005 | 13,087,629 |
| 2006 | 13,367,459 |
| 2007 | 13,652,040 |
| 2008 | 13,935,174 |
| 2009 | 14,215,611 |
| 2010 | 14,500,112 |
| 2011 | 14,792,126 |
| 2012 | 15,089,647 |
| 2013 | 15,387,337 |
| 2014 | 15,681,725 |
| 2015 | 15,971,743 |
| 2016 | 16,268,760 |
| 2017 | 16,567,357 |
| 2018 | 16,845,685 |
| 2019 | 17,103,803 |
| 2020 | 17,357,325 |
| 2021 | 17,598,650 |
| 2022 | 17,847,877 |
| 2023 | 18,124,838 |
| 2024 | 18,406,359 |
Demographics
| Population | 18,124,838 |
| Population Growth Rate | 1.54% |
| Urban Population | 55.6% |
| Fertility Rate | 2.31 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 72.6 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 17.7 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 83.0% |
Economy & Trade
$5,758
GDP Per Capita
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
Upper middle income
Income Level
45.2
Gini Index (inequality)
48.3%
Trade (% of GDP)
594,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
6.8%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
3.1%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
83.0%
Literacy Rate
17.7
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
54.4%
Internet Users
126
Mobile Subs per 100
169.1
People per km2
-8,940
Net Migration
Environment
32.6%
Forest Area
Guatemala Climate
Guatemala has an average annual temperature of 19.4°C (67°F) and receives about 1250 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is April and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
19.4°C
Avg Temp
1250
Precip (mm/yr)
Apr
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 18° / 64° | 3 mm |
| February | 19° / 66° | 5 mm |
| March | 20° / 67° | 6 mm |
| April | 21° / 69° | 34 mm |
| May | 21° / 69° | 122 mm |
| June | 20° / 68° | 268 mm |
| July | 20° / 67° | 199 mm |
| August | 20° / 68° | 187 mm |
| September | 20° / 67° | 261 mm |
| October | 19° / 67° | 126 mm |
| November | 19° / 65° | 32 mm |
| December | 18° / 65° | 7 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 Guatemala
The most comfortable months to visit Guatemala are typically March, April and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is April (around 27°C high). The coldest is January (near 12°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Guatemala in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Guatemala has a population of 18,124,838, ranking #79 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 1.54%.
Life expectancy in Guatemala is 72.6 years. The infant mortality rate is 17.7 per 1,000 live births.
Guatemala's GDP per capita is $5,758. It is classified as a upper middle income country by the World Bank.
55.6% of Guatemala's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 169.1 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Guatemala is 83.0%. The country spends 3.1% of GDP on education.
The most comfortable months to visit Guatemala are typically March, April and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Guatemala has an average annual temperature of 19.4°C and about 1250 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically April 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.
Guatemala is a country in Latin America & Caribbean with a population of 18,124,838. Its population is growing quickly, by about 1.5% a year.
GDP per capita is about $5,758 (Upper middle income, by World Bank classification). Life expectancy is 72.6 years, with a fertility rate of 2.3 births per woman, and 55.6% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.