Rank #93 by World Population
🇮🇹Italy
Italy has a population of 58,984,216, ranking #93 in the world. The capital is Rome. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: High income
58,984,216
Population
#93
World Rank
83.4
Life Expectancy
$39,277
GDP Per Capita
Italy, #93 by world population
Italy Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Italy had a population of 50,199,700 in 1960 and 58,952,704 in 2024, a 17.4% growth over 64 years. The peak was 60,320,707 in 2014. Average annual growth rate: 0.25%.
58,952,704
Population (2024)
50,199,700
Population (1960)
60,320,707
Peak (2014)
0.25%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 50,199,700 |
| 1961 | 50,536,350 |
| 1962 | 50,879,450 |
| 1963 | 51,252,000 |
| 1964 | 51,675,350 |
| 1965 | 52,112,350 |
| 1966 | 52,519,000 |
| 1967 | 52,900,500 |
| 1968 | 53,235,750 |
| 1969 | 53,537,950 |
| 1970 | 53,821,850 |
| 1971 | 54,073,490 |
| 1972 | 54,381,345 |
| 1973 | 54,751,406 |
| 1974 | 55,110,868 |
| 1975 | 55,441,001 |
| 1976 | 55,718,260 |
| 1977 | 55,955,411 |
| 1978 | 56,155,143 |
| 1979 | 56,317,749 |
| 1980 | 56,433,883 |
| 1981 | 56,501,675 |
| 1982 | 56,543,548 |
| 1983 | 56,564,074 |
| 1984 | 56,576,718 |
| 1985 | 56,593,071 |
| 1986 | 56,596,155 |
| 1987 | 56,601,931 |
| 1988 | 56,629,288 |
| 1989 | 56,671,781 |
| 1990 | 56,719,240 |
| 1991 | 56,758,521 |
| 1992 | 56,797,087 |
| 1993 | 56,831,821 |
| 1994 | 56,843,400 |
| 1995 | 56,844,303 |
| 1996 | 56,860,281 |
| 1997 | 56,890,372 |
| 1998 | 56,906,744 |
| 1999 | 56,916,317 |
| 2000 | 56,942,108 |
| 2001 | 56,976,981 |
| 2002 | 57,089,824 |
| 2003 | 57,399,184 |
| 2004 | 57,828,179 |
| 2005 | 58,166,682 |
| 2006 | 58,399,861 |
| 2007 | 58,756,247 |
| 2008 | 59,211,181 |
| 2009 | 59,555,454 |
| 2010 | 59,819,407 |
| 2011 | 60,026,841 |
| 2012 | 60,191,247 |
| 2013 | 60,311,613 |
| 2014 | 60,320,707 |
| 2015 | 60,229,605 |
| 2016 | 60,115,223 |
| 2017 | 60,002,252 |
| 2018 | 60,148,658 |
| 2019 | 59,729,081 |
| 2020 | 59,438,851 |
| 2021 | 59,133,173 |
| 2022 | 59,013,667 |
| 2023 | 58,984,216 |
| 2024 | 58,952,704 |
Demographics
| Population | 58,984,216 |
| Population Growth Rate | -0.05% |
| Urban Population | 69.5% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.21 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 83.4 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 2.3 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$39,277
GDP Per Capita
7.6%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
34.3
Gini Index (inequality)
65.1%
Trade (% of GDP)
38,419,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
8.4%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
4.19
Physicians per 1,000
2.3
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
85.1%
Internet Users
131
Mobile Subs per 100
199.5
People per km2
150,189
Net Migration
Environment
32.9%
Forest Area
Italy Climate
Italy has an average annual temperature of 15.6°C (60°F) and receives about 689 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.6°C
Avg Temp
689
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8° / 47° | 71 mm |
| February | 9° / 48° | 66 mm |
| March | 11° / 51° | 58 mm |
| April | 13° / 56° | 56 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 39 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 28 mm |
| July | 24° / 76° | 14 mm |
| August | 25° / 76° | 32 mm |
| September | 21° / 70° | 63 mm |
| October | 17° / 62° | 86 mm |
| November | 12° / 54° | 94 mm |
| December | 9° / 48° | 82 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 Italy
The most comfortable months to visit Italy are typically June, September and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near 4°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Italy has a population of 58,984,216, ranking #93 in the world. The annual population growth rate is -0.05%.
Life expectancy in Italy is 83.4 years. The infant mortality rate is 2.3 per 1,000 live births.
Italy's GDP per capita is $39,277. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
69.5% of Italy's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 199.5 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Italy is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Italy are typically June, September and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Italy has an average annual temperature of 15.6°C and about 689 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically August 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 58,984,216 residents, Italy is a country in Europe & Central Asia. The population is in decline, around -0.0% annually.
Economically, Italy is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $39,277. Life expectancy is high at 83.4 years, with a fertility rate of 1.2 births per woman, and 69.5% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.