Rank #82 by World Population
🇬🇾Guyana
Guyana has a population of 826,353, ranking #82 in the world. The capital is Georgetown. Located in Latin America & Caribbean .
World Bank: High income
826,353
Population
#82
World Rank
70.2
Life Expectancy
$20,474
GDP Per Capita
Guyana, #82 by world population
Guyana Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Guyana had a population of 569,143 in 1960 and 831,087 in 2024, a 46.0% growth over 64 years. The peak was 831,087 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.60%.
831,087
Population (2024)
569,143
Population (1960)
831,087
Peak (2024)
0.60%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 569,143 |
| 1961 | 582,568 |
| 1962 | 595,461 |
| 1963 | 608,537 |
| 1964 | 621,764 |
| 1965 | 635,128 |
| 1966 | 648,646 |
| 1967 | 662,311 |
| 1968 | 676,160 |
| 1969 | 690,223 |
| 1970 | 702,705 |
| 1971 | 712,662 |
| 1972 | 721,617 |
| 1973 | 730,138 |
| 1974 | 738,057 |
| 1975 | 745,393 |
| 1976 | 752,253 |
| 1977 | 758,654 |
| 1978 | 764,586 |
| 1979 | 770,062 |
| 1980 | 774,367 |
| 1981 | 776,453 |
| 1982 | 776,712 |
| 1983 | 775,891 |
| 1984 | 774,111 |
| 1985 | 771,477 |
| 1986 | 768,098 |
| 1987 | 764,120 |
| 1988 | 759,663 |
| 1989 | 754,865 |
| 1990 | 749,894 |
| 1991 | 747,861 |
| 1992 | 749,911 |
| 1993 | 752,965 |
| 1994 | 755,822 |
| 1995 | 758,388 |
| 1996 | 760,526 |
| 1997 | 762,245 |
| 1998 | 763,586 |
| 1999 | 764,483 |
| 2000 | 764,832 |
| 2001 | 764,477 |
| 2002 | 763,652 |
| 2003 | 763,101 |
| 2004 | 762,418 |
| 2005 | 760,914 |
| 2006 | 758,966 |
| 2007 | 756,861 |
| 2008 | 754,606 |
| 2009 | 752,094 |
| 2010 | 749,256 |
| 2011 | 746,153 |
| 2012 | 746,288 |
| 2013 | 750,021 |
| 2014 | 754,229 |
| 2015 | 758,781 |
| 2016 | 763,548 |
| 2017 | 768,479 |
| 2018 | 791,556 |
| 2019 | 807,665 |
| 2020 | 807,481 |
| 2021 | 815,482 |
| 2022 | 821,637 |
| 2023 | 826,353 |
| 2024 | 831,087 |
Demographics
| Population | 826,353 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.57% |
| Urban Population | 26.5% |
| Fertility Rate | 2.41 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 70.2 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 24.0 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 85.6% |
Economy & Trade
$20,474
GDP Per Capita
11.9%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
86,400.002
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
2.5%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
85.6%
Literacy Rate
24.0
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
98.9%
Electricity Access
76.6%
Internet Users
105
Mobile Subs per 100
3.9
People per km2
-6,161
Net Migration
Environment
87.1%
Forest Area
Guyana Climate
Guyana has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F) and receives about 1950 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is September and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
27°C
Avg Temp
1950
Precip (mm/yr)
Sep
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 26° / 79° | 169 mm |
| February | 27° / 80° | 87 mm |
| March | 27° / 80° | 105 mm |
| April | 27° / 81° | 128 mm |
| May | 27° / 80° | 240 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 269 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 240 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 154 mm |
| September | 28° / 82° | 86 mm |
| October | 28° / 82° | 90 mm |
| November | 27° / 81° | 140 mm |
| December | 27° / 80° | 242 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 Guyana
The most comfortable months to visit Guyana are typically February, March and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is September (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 23°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Guyana has a population of 826,353, ranking #82 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 0.57%.
Life expectancy in Guyana is 70.2 years. The infant mortality rate is 24.0 per 1,000 live births.
Guyana's GDP per capita is $20,474. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
26.5% of Guyana's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 3.9 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Guyana is 85.6%.
The most comfortable months to visit Guyana are typically February, March and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Guyana has an average annual temperature of 27°C and about 1950 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically September 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 826,353 residents, Guyana is a country in Latin America & Caribbean . Population growth is modest, around 0.6% a year.
Economically, Guyana is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $20,474. Life expectancy is 70.2 years, below the global average, with a fertility rate of 2.4 births per woman, and 26.5% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.