Rank #90 by World Population
🇮🇶Iraq
Iraq has a population of 45,074,049, ranking #90 in the world. The capital is Baghdad. Located in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan.
World Bank: Upper middle income
45,074,049
Population
#90
World Rank
72.3
Life Expectancy
$5,965
GDP Per Capita
Iraq, #90 by world population
Iraq Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Iraq had a population of 7,022,052 in 1960 and 46,042,015 in 2024, a 6.6× growth over 64 years. The peak was 46,042,015 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.99%.
46,042,015
Population (2024)
7,022,052
Population (1960)
46,042,015
Peak (2024)
2.99%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 7,022,052 |
| 1961 | 7,194,553 |
| 1962 | 7,413,875 |
| 1963 | 7,667,928 |
| 1964 | 7,929,566 |
| 1965 | 8,202,140 |
| 1966 | 8,485,104 |
| 1967 | 8,778,869 |
| 1968 | 9,085,016 |
| 1969 | 9,403,356 |
| 1970 | 9,735,611 |
| 1971 | 10,077,809 |
| 1972 | 10,430,164 |
| 1973 | 10,795,869 |
| 1974 | 11,167,761 |
| 1975 | 11,543,639 |
| 1976 | 11,927,651 |
| 1977 | 12,331,046 |
| 1978 | 12,753,355 |
| 1979 | 13,170,365 |
| 1980 | 13,591,992 |
| 1981 | 14,006,381 |
| 1982 | 14,406,083 |
| 1983 | 14,840,555 |
| 1984 | 15,310,733 |
| 1985 | 15,683,430 |
| 1986 | 16,074,145 |
| 1987 | 16,521,049 |
| 1988 | 16,908,819 |
| 1989 | 17,364,542 |
| 1990 | 17,581,206 |
| 1991 | 17,767,253 |
| 1992 | 18,300,845 |
| 1993 | 19,201,195 |
| 1994 | 20,139,807 |
| 1995 | 20,825,860 |
| 1996 | 21,501,321 |
| 1997 | 22,176,593 |
| 1998 | 22,884,399 |
| 1999 | 23,636,527 |
| 2000 | 24,424,056 |
| 2001 | 25,197,840 |
| 2002 | 26,006,559 |
| 2003 | 26,802,659 |
| 2004 | 27,577,878 |
| 2005 | 28,407,448 |
| 2006 | 28,616,515 |
| 2007 | 28,391,607 |
| 2008 | 28,971,036 |
| 2009 | 30,058,206 |
| 2010 | 31,045,366 |
| 2011 | 32,161,424 |
| 2012 | 33,654,842 |
| 2013 | 35,281,989 |
| 2014 | 36,550,059 |
| 2015 | 37,560,535 |
| 2016 | 38,469,627 |
| 2017 | 39,337,353 |
| 2018 | 40,265,624 |
| 2019 | 41,192,171 |
| 2020 | 42,116,605 |
| 2021 | 43,071,211 |
| 2022 | 44,070,551 |
| 2023 | 45,074,049 |
| 2024 | 46,042,015 |
Demographics
| Population | 45,074,049 |
| Population Growth Rate | 2.25% |
| Urban Population | 69.9% |
| Fertility Rate | 3.25 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 72.3 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 20.7 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 84.1% |
Economy & Trade
$5,965
GDP Per Capita
15.2%
Unemployment Rate
Upper middle income
Income Level
29.8
Gini Index (inequality)
69.5%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
5.5%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
1.02
Physicians per 1,000
84.1%
Literacy Rate
20.7
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
78.7%
Internet Users
95
Mobile Subs per 100
103.8
People per km2
-5,710
Net Migration
Environment
1.9%
Forest Area
Iraq Climate
Iraq has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F) and receives about 157 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
22.8°C
Avg Temp
157
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10° / 49° | 27 mm |
| February | 12° / 54° | 28 mm |
| March | 17° / 62° | 28 mm |
| April | 22° / 72° | 19 mm |
| May | 28° / 83° | 7 mm |
| June | 33° / 91° | 0 mm |
| July | 35° / 95° | 0 mm |
| August | 34° / 93° | 0 mm |
| September | 31° / 87° | 0 mm |
| October | 25° / 76° | 3 mm |
| November | 16° / 61° | 18 mm |
| December | 11° / 52° | 27 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 Iraq
The most comfortable months to visit Iraq are typically April, October and November, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 43°C high). The coldest is January (near 4°C low). February is usually the wettest month.
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Iraq in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Iraq has a population of 45,074,049, ranking #90 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 2.25%.
Life expectancy in Iraq is 72.3 years. The infant mortality rate is 20.7 per 1,000 live births.
Iraq's GDP per capita is $5,965. It is classified as a upper middle income country by the World Bank.
69.9% of Iraq's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 103.8 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Iraq is 84.1%.
The most comfortable months to visit Iraq are typically April, October and November, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Iraq has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C and about 157 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.
Iraq is a country in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan with a population of 45,074,049. The population is expanding fast — roughly 2.3% annually.
Iraq is a Upper middle income economy, with GDP per capita near $5,965. Life expectancy is 72.3 years, with a fertility rate of 3.2 births per woman, and 69.9% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.