Rank #119 by World Population
🇲🇹Malta
Malta has a population of 552,747, ranking #119 in the world. The capital is Valletta. Located in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan.
World Bank: High income
552,747
Population
#119
World Rank
83.4
Life Expectancy
$40,906
GDP Per Capita
Malta, #119 by world population
Malta Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Malta had a population of 326,550 in 1960 and 568,847 in 2024, a 74.2% growth over 64 years. The peak was 568,847 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.88%.
568,847
Population (2024)
326,550
Population (1960)
568,847
Peak (2024)
0.88%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 326,550 |
| 1961 | 325,250 |
| 1962 | 323,900 |
| 1963 | 322,550 |
| 1964 | 321,250 |
| 1965 | 318,800 |
| 1966 | 315,200 |
| 1967 | 311,550 |
| 1968 | 307,900 |
| 1969 | 304,300 |
| 1970 | 302,650 |
| 1971 | 302,700 |
| 1972 | 302,450 |
| 1973 | 302,200 |
| 1974 | 301,996 |
| 1975 | 304,222 |
| 1976 | 305,774 |
| 1977 | 306,970 |
| 1978 | 310,182 |
| 1979 | 313,342 |
| 1980 | 316,645 |
| 1981 | 318,982 |
| 1982 | 325,898 |
| 1983 | 330,524 |
| 1984 | 330,593 |
| 1985 | 336,452 |
| 1986 | 342,121 |
| 1987 | 344,485 |
| 1988 | 347,325 |
| 1989 | 350,722 |
| 1990 | 354,170 |
| 1991 | 363,845 |
| 1992 | 367,618 |
| 1993 | 371,308 |
| 1994 | 374,797 |
| 1995 | 377,419 |
| 1996 | 379,905 |
| 1997 | 382,791 |
| 1998 | 385,287 |
| 1999 | 387,578 |
| 2000 | 390,087 |
| 2001 | 393,028 |
| 2002 | 395,969 |
| 2003 | 398,582 |
| 2004 | 401,268 |
| 2005 | 403,834 |
| 2006 | 405,308 |
| 2007 | 406,724 |
| 2008 | 409,379 |
| 2009 | 412,477 |
| 2010 | 414,508 |
| 2011 | 416,268 |
| 2012 | 420,028 |
| 2013 | 424,810 |
| 2014 | 433,481 |
| 2015 | 444,220 |
| 2016 | 454,505 |
| 2017 | 467,106 |
| 2018 | 483,903 |
| 2019 | 503,912 |
| 2020 | 515,490 |
| 2021 | 518,150 |
| 2022 | 531,113 |
| 2023 | 552,747 |
| 2024 | 568,847 |
Demographics
| Population | 552,747 |
| Population Growth Rate | 3.99% |
| Urban Population | 95.6% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.06 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 83.4 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 4.8 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$40,906
GDP Per Capita
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
31.8
Gini Index (inequality)
221.1%
Trade (% of GDP)
718,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
8.8%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
4.51
Physicians per 1,000
4.8
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
91.5%
Internet Users
124
Mobile Subs per 100
1727.3
People per km2
6,591
Net Migration
Environment
1.4%
Forest Area
Malta Climate
Malta has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C (66°F) and receives about 529 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is February. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
19.1°C
Avg Temp
529
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Feb
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 13° / 55° | 89 mm |
| February | 13° / 55° | 58 mm |
| March | 14° / 57° | 38 mm |
| April | 16° / 61° | 22 mm |
| May | 20° / 67° | 9 mm |
| June | 24° / 74° | 1 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 0 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 5 mm |
| September | 25° / 76° | 44 mm |
| October | 21° / 70° | 77 mm |
| November | 17° / 63° | 84 mm |
| December | 14° / 58° | 102 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 Malta
The most comfortable months to visit Malta are typically May, June and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 31°C high). The coldest is February (near 10°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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Malta in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Malta has a population of 552,747, ranking #119 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 3.99%.
Life expectancy in Malta is 83.4 years. The infant mortality rate is 4.8 per 1,000 live births.
Malta's GDP per capita is $40,906. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
95.6% of Malta's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 1727.3 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Malta is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Malta are typically May, June and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Malta has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C and about 529 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically August and the coldest is February.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
Malta is a country in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan with a population of 552,747. Its population is growing quickly, by about 4.0% a year.
Economically, Malta is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $40,906. Life expectancy is high at 83.4 years, with a fertility rate of 1.1 births per woman, and 95.6% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.