Rank #104 by World Population
🇰🇬Kyrgyz Republic
Kyrgyz Republic has a population of 7,099,750, ranking #104 in the world. The capital is Bishkek. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: Lower middle income
7,099,750
Population
#104
World Rank
72.2
Life Expectancy
$2,138
GDP Per Capita
Kyrgyz Republic, #104 by world population
Kyrgyz Republic Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Kyrgyz Republic had a population of 2,172,300 in 1960 and 7,221,868 in 2024, a 3.3× growth over 64 years. The peak was 7,221,868 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.90%.
7,221,868
Population (2024)
2,172,300
Population (1960)
7,221,868
Peak (2024)
1.90%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 2,172,300 |
| 1961 | 2,255,900 |
| 1962 | 2,333,400 |
| 1963 | 2,413,700 |
| 1964 | 2,495,300 |
| 1965 | 2,573,300 |
| 1966 | 2,655,300 |
| 1967 | 2,736,500 |
| 1968 | 2,818,300 |
| 1969 | 2,894,800 |
| 1970 | 2,959,900 |
| 1971 | 3,022,300 |
| 1972 | 3,088,200 |
| 1973 | 3,153,800 |
| 1974 | 3,223,900 |
| 1975 | 3,292,400 |
| 1976 | 3,358,700 |
| 1977 | 3,423,900 |
| 1978 | 3,487,100 |
| 1979 | 3,552,000 |
| 1980 | 3,617,400 |
| 1981 | 3,685,800 |
| 1982 | 3,759,300 |
| 1983 | 3,838,300 |
| 1984 | 3,916,400 |
| 1985 | 3,990,300 |
| 1986 | 4,066,500 |
| 1987 | 4,144,600 |
| 1988 | 4,218,400 |
| 1989 | 4,307,500 |
| 1990 | 4,391,236 |
| 1991 | 4,463,634 |
| 1992 | 4,515,400 |
| 1993 | 4,516,777 |
| 1994 | 4,515,069 |
| 1995 | 4,560,454 |
| 1996 | 4,628,438 |
| 1997 | 4,696,421 |
| 1998 | 4,769,015 |
| 1999 | 4,840,422 |
| 2000 | 4,898,362 |
| 2001 | 4,945,073 |
| 2002 | 4,990,704 |
| 2003 | 5,043,308 |
| 2004 | 5,104,713 |
| 2005 | 5,162,640 |
| 2006 | 5,218,373 |
| 2007 | 5,268,385 |
| 2008 | 5,318,729 |
| 2009 | 5,389,643 |
| 2010 | 5,467,059 |
| 2011 | 5,546,587 |
| 2012 | 5,652,076 |
| 2013 | 5,777,150 |
| 2014 | 5,905,848 |
| 2015 | 6,040,036 |
| 2016 | 6,175,338 |
| 2017 | 6,306,696 |
| 2018 | 6,444,079 |
| 2019 | 6,590,211 |
| 2020 | 6,726,596 |
| 2021 | 6,851,224 |
| 2022 | 6,975,220 |
| 2023 | 7,099,750 |
| 2024 | 7,221,868 |
Demographics
| Population | 7,099,750 |
| Population Growth Rate | 1.77% |
| Urban Population | 34.7% |
| Fertility Rate | 2.70 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 72.2 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 15.0 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$2,138
GDP Per Capita
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
Lower middle income
Income Level
27.2
Gini Index (inequality)
132.4%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
4.5%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
1.57
Physicians per 1,000
6.8%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
15.0
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
84.2%
Internet Users
108
Mobile Subs per 100
37.0
People per km2
5,601
Net Migration
Environment
7.1%
Forest Area
Kyrgyz Republic Climate
Kyrgyz Republic has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F) and receives about 431 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11°C
Avg Temp
431
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 26° | 27 mm |
| February | -2° / 29° | 33 mm |
| March | 5° / 40° | 44 mm |
| April | 12° / 54° | 71 mm |
| May | 17° / 63° | 62 mm |
| June | 22° / 72° | 34 mm |
| July | 25° / 77° | 18 mm |
| August | 23° / 74° | 12 mm |
| September | 18° / 64° | 17 mm |
| October | 11° / 52° | 37 mm |
| November | 4° / 40° | 42 mm |
| December | 0° / 31° | 34 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 Kyrgyz Republic
The most comfortable months to visit Kyrgyz Republic are typically August, June and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -9°C low). April is usually the wettest month.
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Kyrgyz Republic in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Kyrgyz Republic has a population of 7,099,750, ranking #104 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 1.77%.
Life expectancy in Kyrgyz Republic is 72.2 years. The infant mortality rate is 15.0 per 1,000 live births.
Kyrgyz Republic's GDP per capita is $2,138. It is classified as a lower middle income country by the World Bank.
34.7% of Kyrgyz Republic's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 37.0 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Kyrgyz Republic is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Kyrgyz Republic are typically August, June and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Kyrgyz Republic has an average annual temperature of 11°C and about 431 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.
Kyrgyz Republic is a country in Europe & Central Asia with a population of 7,099,750. Its population is growing quickly, by about 1.8% a year.
GDP per capita is roughly $2,138, placing Kyrgyz Republic among lower-income economies. Life expectancy is 72.2 years, with a fertility rate of 2.7 births per woman, and 34.7% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.