Rank #84 by World Population
🇭🇳Honduras
Honduras has a population of 10,644,851, ranking #84 in the world. The capital is Tegucigalpa. Located in Latin America & Caribbean .
World Bank: Lower middle income
10,644,851
Population
#84
World Rank
72.9
Life Expectancy
$3,227
GDP Per Capita
Honduras, #84 by world population
Honduras Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Honduras had a population of 2,062,060 in 1960 and 10,825,703 in 2024, a 5.2× growth over 64 years. The peak was 10,825,703 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.63%.
10,825,703
Population (2024)
2,062,060
Population (1960)
10,825,703
Peak (2024)
2.63%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 2,062,060 |
| 1961 | 2,121,242 |
| 1962 | 2,182,064 |
| 1963 | 2,244,878 |
| 1964 | 2,309,855 |
| 1965 | 2,377,157 |
| 1966 | 2,446,751 |
| 1967 | 2,518,648 |
| 1968 | 2,593,057 |
| 1969 | 2,670,289 |
| 1970 | 2,750,715 |
| 1971 | 2,834,616 |
| 1972 | 2,922,064 |
| 1973 | 3,011,459 |
| 1974 | 3,099,836 |
| 1975 | 3,193,234 |
| 1976 | 3,294,457 |
| 1977 | 3,398,655 |
| 1978 | 3,505,463 |
| 1979 | 3,614,981 |
| 1980 | 3,727,173 |
| 1981 | 3,841,778 |
| 1982 | 3,958,728 |
| 1983 | 4,078,174 |
| 1984 | 4,199,850 |
| 1985 | 4,323,342 |
| 1986 | 4,448,899 |
| 1987 | 4,576,910 |
| 1988 | 4,707,677 |
| 1989 | 4,841,838 |
| 1990 | 4,980,488 |
| 1991 | 5,123,792 |
| 1992 | 5,271,431 |
| 1993 | 5,423,249 |
| 1994 | 5,579,242 |
| 1995 | 5,739,637 |
| 1996 | 5,903,954 |
| 1997 | 6,071,454 |
| 1998 | 6,234,431 |
| 1999 | 6,400,463 |
| 2000 | 6,577,773 |
| 2001 | 6,757,993 |
| 2002 | 6,938,859 |
| 2003 | 7,119,213 |
| 2004 | 7,298,994 |
| 2005 | 7,478,355 |
| 2006 | 7,656,832 |
| 2007 | 7,834,798 |
| 2008 | 8,012,587 |
| 2009 | 8,189,899 |
| 2010 | 8,365,878 |
| 2011 | 8,540,583 |
| 2012 | 8,715,076 |
| 2013 | 8,889,278 |
| 2014 | 9,063,122 |
| 2015 | 9,237,305 |
| 2016 | 9,412,380 |
| 2017 | 9,588,137 |
| 2018 | 9,765,210 |
| 2019 | 9,943,633 |
| 2020 | 10,119,640 |
| 2021 | 10,289,877 |
| 2022 | 10,463,872 |
| 2023 | 10,644,851 |
| 2024 | 10,825,703 |
Demographics
| Population | 10,644,851 |
| Population Growth Rate | 1.71% |
| Urban Population | 58.3% |
| Fertility Rate | 2.50 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 72.9 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 13.2 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 87.1% |
Economy & Trade
$3,227
GDP Per Capita
6.1%
Unemployment Rate
Lower middle income
Income Level
46.8
Gini Index (inequality)
98.8%
Trade (% of GDP)
669,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
7.7%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
4.5%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
87.1%
Literacy Rate
13.2
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
95.6%
Electricity Access
56.9%
Internet Users
73
Mobile Subs per 100
95.1
People per km2
-5,044
Net Migration
Environment
56.3%
Forest Area
Honduras Climate
Honduras has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C (69°F) and receives about 1303 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is May and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
20.3°C
Avg Temp
1303
Precip (mm/yr)
May
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 18° / 64° | 46 mm |
| February | 19° / 66° | 29 mm |
| March | 21° / 69° | 21 mm |
| April | 22° / 72° | 44 mm |
| May | 23° / 73° | 150 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 192 mm |
| July | 21° / 70° | 148 mm |
| August | 21° / 70° | 152 mm |
| September | 21° / 70° | 207 mm |
| October | 20° / 68° | 161 mm |
| November | 19° / 66° | 92 mm |
| December | 18° / 64° | 61 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 Honduras
The most comfortable months to visit Honduras are typically March, April and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is May (around 28°C high). The coldest is December (near 13°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Honduras has a population of 10,644,851, ranking #84 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 1.71%.
Life expectancy in Honduras is 72.9 years. The infant mortality rate is 13.2 per 1,000 live births.
Honduras's GDP per capita is $3,227. It is classified as a lower middle income country by the World Bank.
58.3% of Honduras's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 95.1 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Honduras is 87.1%. The country spends 4.5% of GDP on education.
The most comfortable months to visit Honduras are typically March, April and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Honduras has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C and about 1303 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically May and the coldest is December.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
Honduras is a country in Latin America & Caribbean with a population of 10,644,851. Its population is growing quickly, by about 1.7% a year.
GDP per capita is roughly $3,227, placing Honduras among lower-income economies. Life expectancy is 72.9 years, with a fertility rate of 2.5 births per woman, and 58.3% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.