Rank #112 by World Population
🇱🇹Lithuania
Lithuania has a population of 2,871,585, ranking #112 in the world. The capital is Vilnius. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: High income
2,871,585
Population
#112
World Rank
77.3
Life Expectancy
$27,786
GDP Per Capita
Lithuania, #112 by world population
Lithuania Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Lithuania had a population of 2,778,550 in 1960 and 2,888,278 in 2024, a 3.9% growth over 64 years. The peak was 3,704,134 in 1991. Average annual growth rate: 0.07%.
2,888,278
Population (2024)
2,778,550
Population (1960)
3,704,134
Peak (1991)
0.07%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 2,778,550 |
| 1961 | 2,823,550 |
| 1962 | 2,863,350 |
| 1963 | 2,898,950 |
| 1964 | 2,935,200 |
| 1965 | 2,971,450 |
| 1966 | 3,008,050 |
| 1967 | 3,044,400 |
| 1968 | 3,078,850 |
| 1969 | 3,107,321 |
| 1970 | 3,139,689 |
| 1971 | 3,179,041 |
| 1972 | 3,213,622 |
| 1973 | 3,244,438 |
| 1974 | 3,273,894 |
| 1975 | 3,301,652 |
| 1976 | 3,328,664 |
| 1977 | 3,355,036 |
| 1978 | 3,379,514 |
| 1979 | 3,397,842 |
| 1980 | 3,413,202 |
| 1981 | 3,432,947 |
| 1982 | 3,457,179 |
| 1983 | 3,485,192 |
| 1984 | 3,514,205 |
| 1985 | 3,544,543 |
| 1986 | 3,578,914 |
| 1987 | 3,616,367 |
| 1988 | 3,655,049 |
| 1989 | 3,684,255 |
| 1990 | 3,697,838 |
| 1991 | 3,704,134 |
| 1992 | 3,700,114 |
| 1993 | 3,682,613 |
| 1994 | 3,657,144 |
| 1995 | 3,629,102 |
| 1996 | 3,601,613 |
| 1997 | 3,575,137 |
| 1998 | 3,549,331 |
| 1999 | 3,524,238 |
| 2000 | 3,499,536 |
| 2001 | 3,470,818 |
| 2002 | 3,443,067 |
| 2003 | 3,415,213 |
| 2004 | 3,377,075 |
| 2005 | 3,322,528 |
| 2006 | 3,269,909 |
| 2007 | 3,231,294 |
| 2008 | 3,198,231 |
| 2009 | 3,162,916 |
| 2010 | 3,097,282 |
| 2011 | 3,028,115 |
| 2012 | 2,989,139 |
| 2013 | 2,961,250 |
| 2014 | 2,937,253 |
| 2015 | 2,911,109 |
| 2016 | 2,877,325 |
| 2017 | 2,842,639 |
| 2018 | 2,819,200 |
| 2019 | 2,811,089 |
| 2020 | 2,810,369 |
| 2021 | 2,808,380 |
| 2022 | 2,831,639 |
| 2023 | 2,871,585 |
| 2024 | 2,888,278 |
Demographics
| Population | 2,871,585 |
| Population Growth Rate | 1.40% |
| Urban Population | 68.6% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.18 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 77.3 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 2.9 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$27,786
GDP Per Capita
6.8%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
36.0
Gini Index (inequality)
149.0%
Trade (% of GDP)
2,284,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
7.3%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
4.47
Physicians per 1,000
2.9
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
87.7%
Internet Users
133
Mobile Subs per 100
45.9
People per km2
44,935
Net Migration
Environment
35.2%
Forest Area
Lithuania Climate
Lithuania has an average annual temperature of 6.6°C (44°F) and receives about 650 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
6.6°C
Avg Temp
650
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -4° / 24° | 41 mm |
| February | -3° / 26° | 31 mm |
| March | 0° / 32° | 39 mm |
| April | 7° / 44° | 46 mm |
| May | 13° / 55° | 50 mm |
| June | 16° / 61° | 73 mm |
| July | 18° / 64° | 83 mm |
| August | 17° / 62° | 67 mm |
| September | 12° / 53° | 67 mm |
| October | 7° / 44° | 50 mm |
| November | 1° / 34° | 50 mm |
| December | -2° / 28° | 53 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 Lithuania
The most comfortable months to visit Lithuania are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 23°C high). The coldest is January (near -7°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Lithuania in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lithuania has a population of 2,871,585, ranking #112 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 1.40%.
Life expectancy in Lithuania is 77.3 years. The infant mortality rate is 2.9 per 1,000 live births.
Lithuania's GDP per capita is $27,786. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
68.6% of Lithuania's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 45.9 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Lithuania is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Lithuania are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Lithuania has an average annual temperature of 6.6°C and about 650 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.
Lithuania is a country in Europe & Central Asia with a population of 2,871,585. Population growth is modest, around 1.4% a year.
Economically, Lithuania is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $27,786. Life expectancy is high at 77.3 years, with a fertility rate of 1.2 births per woman, and 68.6% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.