Rank #103 by World Population
🇰🇼Kuwait
Kuwait has a population of 4,853,420, ranking #103 in the world. The capital is Kuwait City. Located in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan.
World Bank: High income
4,853,420
Population
#103
World Rank
83.2
Life Expectancy
$34,076
GDP Per Capita
Kuwait, #103 by world population
Kuwait Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Kuwait had a population of 311,060 in 1960 and 4,897,263 in 2024, a 16× growth over 64 years. The peak was 4,897,263 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 4.58%.
4,897,263
Population (2024)
311,060
Population (1960)
4,897,263
Peak (2024)
4.58%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 311,060 |
| 1961 | 345,945 |
| 1962 | 384,995 |
| 1963 | 427,694 |
| 1964 | 473,115 |
| 1965 | 521,174 |
| 1966 | 572,590 |
| 1967 | 628,089 |
| 1968 | 687,716 |
| 1969 | 749,452 |
| 1970 | 809,114 |
| 1971 | 865,076 |
| 1972 | 920,352 |
| 1973 | 977,654 |
| 1974 | 1,038,346 |
| 1975 | 1,104,863 |
| 1976 | 1,178,711 |
| 1977 | 1,258,023 |
| 1978 | 1,340,319 |
| 1979 | 1,423,514 |
| 1980 | 1,504,782 |
| 1981 | 1,583,426 |
| 1982 | 1,662,480 |
| 1983 | 1,744,295 |
| 1984 | 1,820,688 |
| 1985 | 1,894,242 |
| 1986 | 1,972,520 |
| 1987 | 2,052,994 |
| 1988 | 2,134,707 |
| 1989 | 2,217,468 |
| 1990 | 1,684,819 |
| 1991 | 1,351,399 |
| 1992 | 1,634,961 |
| 1993 | 1,672,151 |
| 1994 | 1,664,361 |
| 1995 | 1,681,513 |
| 1996 | 1,730,246 |
| 1997 | 1,787,683 |
| 1998 | 1,844,302 |
| 1999 | 1,900,030 |
| 2000 | 1,954,709 |
| 2001 | 2,008,121 |
| 2002 | 2,059,974 |
| 2003 | 2,109,881 |
| 2004 | 2,157,320 |
| 2005 | 2,236,788 |
| 2006 | 2,364,733 |
| 2007 | 2,507,887 |
| 2008 | 2,651,421 |
| 2009 | 2,795,484 |
| 2010 | 2,943,372 |
| 2011 | 3,132,814 |
| 2012 | 3,337,109 |
| 2013 | 3,507,844 |
| 2014 | 3,665,876 |
| 2015 | 3,834,574 |
| 2016 | 4,004,096 |
| 2017 | 4,154,812 |
| 2018 | 4,323,515 |
| 2019 | 4,442,316 |
| 2020 | 4,400,267 |
| 2021 | 4,360,865 |
| 2022 | 4,589,643 |
| 2023 | 4,853,420 |
| 2024 | 4,897,263 |
Demographics
| Population | 4,853,420 |
| Population Growth Rate | 5.59% |
| Urban Population | 100.0% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.52 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 83.2 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 7.2 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 96.5% |
Economy & Trade
$34,076
GDP Per Capita
2.1%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
96.1%
Trade (% of GDP)
2,161,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
5.0%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
5.0%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
96.5%
Literacy Rate
7.2
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
99.7%
Internet Users
159
Mobile Subs per 100
272.4
People per km2
50,008
Net Migration
Environment
0.4%
Forest Area
Kuwait Climate
Kuwait has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F) and receives about 113 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
26°C
Avg Temp
113
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 13° / 55° | 24 mm |
| February | 15° / 59° | 16 mm |
| March | 19° / 67° | 14 mm |
| April | 26° / 78° | 12 mm |
| May | 32° / 89° | 3 mm |
| June | 36° / 97° | 0 mm |
| July | 38° / 100° | 0 mm |
| August | 37° / 99° | 0 mm |
| September | 34° / 93° | 0 mm |
| October | 28° / 82° | 2 mm |
| November | 20° / 69° | 20 mm |
| December | 15° / 58° | 22 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 Kuwait
The most comfortable months to visit Kuwait are typically November, March and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 46°C high). The coldest is January (near 7°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Kuwait in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Kuwait has a population of 4,853,420, ranking #103 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 5.59%.
Life expectancy in Kuwait is 83.2 years. The infant mortality rate is 7.2 per 1,000 live births.
Kuwait's GDP per capita is $34,076. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
100.0% of Kuwait's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 272.4 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Kuwait is 96.5%. The country spends 5.0% of GDP on education.
The most comfortable months to visit Kuwait are typically November, March and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Kuwait has an average annual temperature of 26°C and about 113 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.
With 4,853,420 residents, Kuwait is a country in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan. Its population is growing quickly, by about 5.6% a year.
Economically, Kuwait is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $34,076. Life expectancy is high at 83.2 years, with a fertility rate of 1.5 births per woman, and 100.0% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.