Rank #132 by World Population
🇳🇦Namibia
Namibia has a population of 2,963,095, ranking #132 in the world. The capital is Windhoek. Located in Sub-Saharan Africa .
World Bank: Lower middle income
2,963,095
Population
#132
World Rank
67.4
Life Expectancy
$4,188
GDP Per Capita
Namibia, #132 by world population
Namibia Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Namibia had a population of 591,465 in 1960 and 3,030,131 in 2024, a 5.1× growth over 64 years. The peak was 3,030,131 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.59%.
3,030,131
Population (2024)
591,465
Population (1960)
3,030,131
Peak (2024)
2.59%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 591,465 |
| 1961 | 603,067 |
| 1962 | 615,759 |
| 1963 | 629,589 |
| 1964 | 644,530 |
| 1965 | 660,558 |
| 1966 | 677,655 |
| 1967 | 696,045 |
| 1968 | 715,542 |
| 1969 | 736,120 |
| 1970 | 757,868 |
| 1971 | 780,584 |
| 1972 | 804,399 |
| 1973 | 828,928 |
| 1974 | 854,320 |
| 1975 | 881,032 |
| 1976 | 906,566 |
| 1977 | 931,104 |
| 1978 | 947,269 |
| 1979 | 962,825 |
| 1980 | 981,434 |
| 1981 | 992,500 |
| 1982 | 1,010,308 |
| 1983 | 1,037,511 |
| 1984 | 1,065,989 |
| 1985 | 1,096,890 |
| 1986 | 1,131,081 |
| 1987 | 1,167,889 |
| 1988 | 1,209,696 |
| 1989 | 1,288,947 |
| 1990 | 1,369,303 |
| 1991 | 1,415,684 |
| 1992 | 1,461,322 |
| 1993 | 1,508,697 |
| 1994 | 1,556,304 |
| 1995 | 1,602,170 |
| 1996 | 1,646,103 |
| 1997 | 1,689,264 |
| 1998 | 1,732,745 |
| 1999 | 1,776,368 |
| 2000 | 1,818,647 |
| 2001 | 1,857,048 |
| 2002 | 1,889,970 |
| 2003 | 1,917,464 |
| 2004 | 1,942,082 |
| 2005 | 1,966,582 |
| 2006 | 1,991,888 |
| 2007 | 2,018,600 |
| 2008 | 2,047,056 |
| 2009 | 2,077,394 |
| 2010 | 2,109,811 |
| 2011 | 2,146,325 |
| 2012 | 2,194,654 |
| 2013 | 2,252,508 |
| 2014 | 2,312,139 |
| 2015 | 2,374,300 |
| 2016 | 2,439,213 |
| 2017 | 2,506,853 |
| 2018 | 2,577,327 |
| 2019 | 2,650,494 |
| 2020 | 2,728,762 |
| 2021 | 2,810,548 |
| 2022 | 2,889,662 |
| 2023 | 2,963,095 |
| 2024 | 3,030,131 |
Demographics
| Population | 2,963,095 |
| Population Growth Rate | 2.51% |
| Urban Population | 50.0% |
| Fertility Rate | 3.21 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 67.4 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 38.3 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 87.6% |
Economy & Trade
$4,188
GDP Per Capita
19.2%
Unemployment Rate
Lower middle income
Income Level
110.8%
Trade (% of GDP)
187,100.006
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
9.5%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
0.55
Physicians per 1,000
87.6%
Literacy Rate
38.3
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
56.7%
Electricity Access
63.0%
Internet Users
104
Mobile Subs per 100
3.6
People per km2
11,675
Net Migration
Environment
7.8%
Forest Area
Namibia Climate
Namibia has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F) and receives about 364 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is December and the coldest is July. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.9°C
Avg Temp
364
Precip (mm/yr)
Dec
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 23° / 73° | 89 mm |
| February | 22° / 71° | 90 mm |
| March | 21° / 69° | 73 mm |
| April | 19° / 65° | 34 mm |
| May | 16° / 60° | 6 mm |
| June | 13° / 56° | 1 mm |
| July | 13° / 56° | 0 mm |
| August | 15° / 60° | 1 mm |
| September | 19° / 66° | 3 mm |
| October | 21° / 69° | 13 mm |
| November | 22° / 72° | 20 mm |
| December | 23° / 74° | 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 Namibia
The most comfortable months to visit Namibia are typically October, November and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is December (around 31°C high). The coldest is July (near 5°C low). February is usually the wettest month.
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Namibia in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Namibia has a population of 2,963,095, ranking #132 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 2.51%.
Life expectancy in Namibia is 67.4 years. The infant mortality rate is 38.3 per 1,000 live births.
Namibia's GDP per capita is $4,188. It is classified as a lower middle income country by the World Bank.
50.0% of Namibia's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 3.6 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Namibia is 87.6%.
The most comfortable months to visit Namibia are typically October, November and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Namibia has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C and about 364 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically December and the coldest is July.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
Namibia is a country in Sub-Saharan Africa with a population of 2,963,095. The population is expanding fast — roughly 2.5% annually.
Namibia is a lower-income economy, with GDP per capita of about $4,188. Life expectancy is 67.4 years, below the global average, with a fertility rate of 3.2 births per woman, and 50.0% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.