Rank #118 by World Population
🇲🇱Mali
Mali has a population of 23,769,127, ranking #118 in the world. The capital is Bamako. Located in Sub-Saharan Africa .
World Bank: Low income
23,769,127
Population
#118
World Rank
60.4
Life Expectancy
$1,044
GDP Per Capita
Mali, #118 by world population
Mali Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Mali had a population of 5,402,550 in 1960 and 24,478,595 in 2024, a 4.5× growth over 64 years. The peak was 24,478,595 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.39%.
24,478,595
Population (2024)
5,402,550
Population (1960)
24,478,595
Peak (2024)
2.39%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 5,402,550 |
| 1961 | 5,482,283 |
| 1962 | 5,563,917 |
| 1963 | 5,646,605 |
| 1964 | 5,730,125 |
| 1965 | 5,815,487 |
| 1966 | 5,902,204 |
| 1967 | 5,990,906 |
| 1968 | 6,082,979 |
| 1969 | 6,177,704 |
| 1970 | 6,276,472 |
| 1971 | 6,377,944 |
| 1972 | 6,483,726 |
| 1973 | 6,597,106 |
| 1974 | 6,715,436 |
| 1975 | 6,837,261 |
| 1976 | 6,960,979 |
| 1977 | 7,090,979 |
| 1978 | 7,229,651 |
| 1979 | 7,375,266 |
| 1980 | 7,530,515 |
| 1981 | 7,692,766 |
| 1982 | 7,860,194 |
| 1983 | 8,034,400 |
| 1984 | 8,208,599 |
| 1985 | 8,374,663 |
| 1986 | 8,531,277 |
| 1987 | 8,681,164 |
| 1988 | 8,833,996 |
| 1989 | 8,999,938 |
| 1990 | 9,178,830 |
| 1991 | 9,362,888 |
| 1992 | 9,553,540 |
| 1993 | 9,754,786 |
| 1994 | 9,967,031 |
| 1995 | 10,185,365 |
| 1996 | 10,407,278 |
| 1997 | 10,646,495 |
| 1998 | 10,919,573 |
| 1999 | 11,227,415 |
| 2000 | 11,559,290 |
| 2001 | 11,912,158 |
| 2002 | 12,288,050 |
| 2003 | 12,684,955 |
| 2004 | 13,102,409 |
| 2005 | 13,538,647 |
| 2006 | 13,990,139 |
| 2007 | 14,457,775 |
| 2008 | 14,940,782 |
| 2009 | 15,435,539 |
| 2010 | 15,945,198 |
| 2011 | 16,469,049 |
| 2012 | 16,957,033 |
| 2013 | 17,459,615 |
| 2014 | 18,020,267 |
| 2015 | 18,593,022 |
| 2016 | 19,191,289 |
| 2017 | 19,813,011 |
| 2018 | 20,442,030 |
| 2019 | 21,068,405 |
| 2020 | 21,713,836 |
| 2021 | 22,388,630 |
| 2022 | 23,072,640 |
| 2023 | 23,769,127 |
| 2024 | 24,478,595 |
Demographics
| Population | 23,769,127 |
| Population Growth Rate | 2.97% |
| Urban Population | 31.0% |
| Fertility Rate | 5.61 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 60.4 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 49.3 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$1,044
GDP Per Capita
2.9%
Unemployment Rate
Low income
Income Level
57.5%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
3.8%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
0.19
Physicians per 1,000
4.2%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
49.3
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
54.5%
Electricity Access
35.2%
Internet Users
109
Mobile Subs per 100
19.5
People per km2
-39,953
Net Migration
Environment
10.9%
Forest Area
Mali Climate
Mali has an average annual temperature of 26.7°C (80°F) and receives about 646 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is May and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
26.7°C
Avg Temp
646
Precip (mm/yr)
May
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 23° / 73° | 1 mm |
| February | 26° / 78° | 0 mm |
| March | 29° / 83° | 2 mm |
| April | 31° / 87° | 8 mm |
| May | 31° / 88° | 26 mm |
| June | 29° / 84° | 84 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 178 mm |
| August | 25° / 78° | 205 mm |
| September | 26° / 79° | 111 mm |
| October | 27° / 81° | 29 mm |
| November | 25° / 78° | 2 mm |
| December | 23° / 73° | 0 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 Mali
The most comfortable months to visit Mali are typically January, December and November, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is May (around 38°C high). The coldest is January (near 13°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Mali in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mali has a population of 23,769,127, ranking #118 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 2.97%.
Life expectancy in Mali is 60.4 years. The infant mortality rate is 49.3 per 1,000 live births.
Mali's GDP per capita is $1,044. It is classified as a low income country by the World Bank.
31.0% of Mali's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 19.5 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Mali is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Mali are typically January, December and November, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Mali has an average annual temperature of 26.7°C and about 646 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically May 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.
Mali is a country in Sub-Saharan Africa with a population of 23,769,127. The population is expanding fast — roughly 3.0% annually.
GDP per capita is roughly $1,044, placing Mali among lower-income economies. Life expectancy is 60.4 years, below the global average, with a fertility rate of 5.6 births per woman, and 31.0% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.