Rank #113 by World Population
🇱🇺Luxembourg
Luxembourg has a population of 666,430, ranking #113 in the world. The capital is Luxembourg. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: High income
666,430
Population
#113
World Rank
83.3
Life Expectancy
$133,231
GDP Per Capita
Luxembourg, #113 by world population
Luxembourg Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Luxembourg had a population of 313,970 in 1960 and 677,012 in 2024, a 2.2× growth over 64 years. The peak was 677,012 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.21%.
677,012
Population (2024)
313,970
Population (1960)
677,012
Peak (2024)
1.21%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 313,970 |
| 1961 | 316,845 |
| 1962 | 320,750 |
| 1963 | 324,100 |
| 1964 | 327,750 |
| 1965 | 331,500 |
| 1966 | 333,895 |
| 1967 | 334,995 |
| 1968 | 335,850 |
| 1969 | 337,500 |
| 1970 | 339,171 |
| 1971 | 342,421 |
| 1972 | 346,600 |
| 1973 | 350,450 |
| 1974 | 355,050 |
| 1975 | 358,950 |
| 1976 | 360,731 |
| 1977 | 361,358 |
| 1978 | 362,007 |
| 1979 | 362,856 |
| 1980 | 364,150 |
| 1981 | 365,225 |
| 1982 | 365,525 |
| 1983 | 365,622 |
| 1984 | 365,998 |
| 1985 | 366,706 |
| 1986 | 368,355 |
| 1987 | 370,750 |
| 1988 | 373,450 |
| 1989 | 377,100 |
| 1990 | 381,850 |
| 1991 | 387,000 |
| 1992 | 392,175 |
| 1993 | 397,475 |
| 1994 | 402,925 |
| 1995 | 408,625 |
| 1996 | 414,225 |
| 1997 | 419,450 |
| 1998 | 424,700 |
| 1999 | 430,475 |
| 2000 | 436,300 |
| 2001 | 441,525 |
| 2002 | 446,175 |
| 2003 | 451,630 |
| 2004 | 458,095 |
| 2005 | 465,158 |
| 2006 | 472,637 |
| 2007 | 479,993 |
| 2008 | 488,650 |
| 2009 | 497,783 |
| 2010 | 506,953 |
| 2011 | 518,347 |
| 2012 | 530,946 |
| 2013 | 543,360 |
| 2014 | 556,319 |
| 2015 | 569,604 |
| 2016 | 582,014 |
| 2017 | 596,336 |
| 2018 | 607,950 |
| 2019 | 620,001 |
| 2020 | 630,419 |
| 2021 | 640,064 |
| 2022 | 653,103 |
| 2023 | 666,430 |
| 2024 | 677,012 |
Demographics
| Population | 666,430 |
| Population Growth Rate | 2.02% |
| Urban Population | 94.8% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.25 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 83.3 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 1.9 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$133,231
GDP Per Capita
5.2%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
33.6
Gini Index (inequality)
402.6%
Trade (% of GDP)
525,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
5.8%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
1.9
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
98.2%
Internet Users
137
Mobile Subs per 100
258.9
People per km2
5,905
Net Migration
Environment
34.5%
Forest Area
Luxembourg Climate
Luxembourg has an average annual temperature of 9.3°C (49°F) and receives about 849 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.3°C
Avg Temp
849
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1° / 34° | 77 mm |
| February | 2° / 36° | 64 mm |
| March | 5° / 42° | 67 mm |
| April | 8° / 47° | 55 mm |
| May | 13° / 55° | 72 mm |
| June | 16° / 60° | 72 mm |
| July | 18° / 64° | 68 mm |
| August | 18° / 64° | 59 mm |
| September | 14° / 57° | 67 mm |
| October | 10° / 49° | 80 mm |
| November | 5° / 40° | 77 mm |
| December | 2° / 36° | 91 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 Luxembourg
The most comfortable months to visit Luxembourg 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 -1°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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Luxembourg in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Luxembourg has a population of 666,430, ranking #113 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 2.02%.
Life expectancy in Luxembourg is 83.3 years. The infant mortality rate is 1.9 per 1,000 live births.
Luxembourg's GDP per capita is $133,231. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
94.8% of Luxembourg's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 258.9 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Luxembourg is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Luxembourg are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Luxembourg has an average annual temperature of 9.3°C and about 849 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.
Luxembourg is a country in Europe & Central Asia with a population of 666,430. The population is expanding fast — roughly 2.0% annually.
Luxembourg is a high-income economy, with GDP per capita of about $133,231. Life expectancy is high at 83.3 years, with a fertility rate of 1.3 births per woman, and 94.8% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.