Rank #80 by World Population
🇬🇳Guinea
Guinea has a population of 14,405,468, ranking #80 in the world. The capital is Conakry. Located in Sub-Saharan Africa .
World Bank: Lower middle income
14,405,468
Population
#80
World Rank
60.7
Life Expectancy
$1,555
GDP Per Capita
Guinea, #80 by world population
Guinea Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Guinea had a population of 3,556,749 in 1960 and 14,754,785 in 2024, a 4.1× growth over 64 years. The peak was 14,754,785 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.25%.
14,754,785
Population (2024)
3,556,749
Population (1960)
14,754,785
Peak (2024)
2.25%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 3,556,749 |
| 1961 | 3,619,551 |
| 1962 | 3,684,273 |
| 1963 | 3,750,954 |
| 1964 | 3,819,722 |
| 1965 | 3,890,716 |
| 1966 | 3,964,155 |
| 1967 | 4,040,153 |
| 1968 | 4,118,550 |
| 1969 | 4,198,300 |
| 1970 | 4,277,535 |
| 1971 | 4,355,200 |
| 1972 | 4,431,292 |
| 1973 | 4,506,324 |
| 1974 | 4,580,510 |
| 1975 | 4,653,876 |
| 1976 | 4,727,022 |
| 1977 | 4,801,128 |
| 1978 | 4,877,854 |
| 1979 | 4,959,283 |
| 1980 | 5,047,419 |
| 1981 | 5,143,288 |
| 1982 | 5,247,672 |
| 1983 | 5,359,814 |
| 1984 | 5,480,096 |
| 1985 | 5,610,373 |
| 1986 | 5,750,668 |
| 1987 | 5,900,198 |
| 1988 | 6,056,574 |
| 1989 | 6,215,811 |
| 1990 | 6,434,374 |
| 1991 | 6,697,166 |
| 1992 | 6,914,366 |
| 1993 | 7,128,177 |
| 1994 | 7,345,107 |
| 1995 | 7,553,249 |
| 1996 | 7,770,035 |
| 1997 | 7,931,370 |
| 1998 | 8,081,990 |
| 1999 | 8,265,123 |
| 2000 | 8,428,832 |
| 2001 | 8,539,960 |
| 2002 | 8,674,066 |
| 2003 | 8,870,781 |
| 2004 | 9,062,726 |
| 2005 | 9,245,844 |
| 2006 | 9,441,171 |
| 2007 | 9,662,281 |
| 2008 | 9,898,870 |
| 2009 | 10,143,534 |
| 2010 | 10,396,086 |
| 2011 | 10,656,810 |
| 2012 | 10,921,581 |
| 2013 | 11,191,873 |
| 2014 | 11,472,924 |
| 2015 | 11,767,070 |
| 2016 | 12,073,030 |
| 2017 | 12,385,659 |
| 2018 | 12,704,774 |
| 2019 | 13,034,346 |
| 2020 | 13,371,183 |
| 2021 | 13,710,513 |
| 2022 | 14,055,137 |
| 2023 | 14,405,468 |
| 2024 | 14,754,785 |
Demographics
| Population | 14,405,468 |
| Population Growth Rate | 2.46% |
| Urban Population | 37.6% |
| Fertility Rate | 4.22 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 60.7 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 61.4 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$1,555
GDP Per Capita
5.1%
Unemployment Rate
Lower middle income
Income Level
95.8%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
3.7%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
0.21
Physicians per 1,000
1.7%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
61.4
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
51.1%
Electricity Access
31.3%
Internet Users
110
Mobile Subs per 100
58.6
People per km2
-3,997
Net Migration
Environment
24.7%
Forest Area
Guinea Climate
Guinea has an average annual temperature of 27.7°C (82°F) and receives about 3637 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is April and the coldest is August. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
27.7°C
Avg Temp
3637
Precip (mm/yr)
Apr
Hottest Month
Aug
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 27° / 81° | 0 mm |
| February | 28° / 82° | 0 mm |
| March | 29° / 84° | 3 mm |
| April | 30° / 86° | 19 mm |
| May | 29° / 83° | 133 mm |
| June | 28° / 82° | 380 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 1055 mm |
| August | 26° / 80° | 1099 mm |
| September | 27° / 80° | 571 mm |
| October | 28° / 82° | 297 mm |
| November | 28° / 83° | 72 mm |
| December | 27° / 81° | 8 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 Guinea
The most comfortable months to visit Guinea are typically January, December and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is April (around 35°C high). The coldest is August (near 23°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Guinea has a population of 14,405,468, ranking #80 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 2.46%.
Life expectancy in Guinea is 60.7 years. The infant mortality rate is 61.4 per 1,000 live births.
Guinea's GDP per capita is $1,555. It is classified as a lower middle income country by the World Bank.
37.6% of Guinea's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 58.6 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Guinea is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Guinea are typically January, December and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Guinea has an average annual temperature of 27.7°C and about 3637 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically April and the coldest is August.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
With 14,405,468 residents, Guinea is a country in Sub-Saharan Africa . Its population is growing quickly, by about 2.5% a year.
Guinea is a lower-income economy, with GDP per capita of about $1,555. Life expectancy is 60.7 years, below the global average, with a fertility rate of 4.2 births per woman, and 37.6% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.