Rank #138 by World Population
🇳🇮Nicaragua
Nicaragua has a population of 6,823,613, ranking #138 in the world. The capital is Managua. Located in Latin America & Caribbean .
World Bank: Lower middle income
6,823,613
Population
#138
World Rank
74.9
Life Expectancy
$2,609
GDP Per Capita
Nicaragua, #138 by world population
Nicaragua Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Nicaragua had a population of 1,782,370 in 1960 and 6,916,140 in 2024, a 3.9× growth over 64 years. The peak was 6,916,140 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.14%.
6,916,140
Population (2024)
1,782,370
Population (1960)
6,916,140
Peak (2024)
2.14%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 1,782,370 |
| 1961 | 1,836,451 |
| 1962 | 1,892,320 |
| 1963 | 1,950,159 |
| 1964 | 2,010,176 |
| 1965 | 2,072,681 |
| 1966 | 2,137,820 |
| 1967 | 2,205,567 |
| 1968 | 2,275,836 |
| 1969 | 2,348,398 |
| 1970 | 2,423,065 |
| 1971 | 2,499,825 |
| 1972 | 2,573,578 |
| 1973 | 2,649,278 |
| 1974 | 2,732,075 |
| 1975 | 2,816,943 |
| 1976 | 2,903,851 |
| 1977 | 2,992,534 |
| 1978 | 3,080,314 |
| 1979 | 3,164,525 |
| 1980 | 3,252,403 |
| 1981 | 3,345,674 |
| 1982 | 3,438,745 |
| 1983 | 3,530,282 |
| 1984 | 3,619,104 |
| 1985 | 3,706,479 |
| 1986 | 3,794,157 |
| 1987 | 3,882,164 |
| 1988 | 3,972,320 |
| 1989 | 4,066,476 |
| 1990 | 4,162,559 |
| 1991 | 4,259,637 |
| 1992 | 4,357,026 |
| 1993 | 4,453,732 |
| 1994 | 4,549,316 |
| 1995 | 4,642,931 |
| 1996 | 4,729,974 |
| 1997 | 4,809,573 |
| 1998 | 4,883,655 |
| 1999 | 4,954,018 |
| 2000 | 5,022,633 |
| 2001 | 5,087,825 |
| 2002 | 5,149,909 |
| 2003 | 5,210,963 |
| 2004 | 5,272,912 |
| 2005 | 5,342,105 |
| 2006 | 5,418,855 |
| 2007 | 5,497,243 |
| 2008 | 5,576,593 |
| 2009 | 5,656,601 |
| 2010 | 5,737,450 |
| 2011 | 5,819,051 |
| 2012 | 5,901,287 |
| 2013 | 5,983,845 |
| 2014 | 6,066,492 |
| 2015 | 6,149,417 |
| 2016 | 6,232,666 |
| 2017 | 6,316,231 |
| 2018 | 6,400,080 |
| 2019 | 6,483,657 |
| 2020 | 6,565,267 |
| 2021 | 6,644,741 |
| 2022 | 6,730,654 |
| 2023 | 6,823,613 |
| 2024 | 6,916,140 |
Demographics
| Population | 6,823,613 |
| Population Growth Rate | 1.37% |
| Urban Population | 59.1% |
| Fertility Rate | 2.22 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 74.9 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 12.0 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$2,609
GDP Per Capita
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Lower middle income
Income Level
105.0%
Trade (% of GDP)
474,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
8.3%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
2.9%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
12.0
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
88.3%
Electricity Access
59.4%
Internet Users
94
Mobile Subs per 100
56.7
People per km2
-7,996
Net Migration
Environment
25.8%
Forest Area
Nicaragua Climate
Nicaragua has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C (80°F) and receives about 1518 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is April and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
26.4°C
Avg Temp
1518
Precip (mm/yr)
Apr
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 25° / 78° | 7 mm |
| February | 26° / 79° | 7 mm |
| March | 27° / 81° | 7 mm |
| April | 28° / 82° | 18 mm |
| May | 28° / 82° | 154 mm |
| June | 26° / 80° | 267 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 179 mm |
| August | 26° / 79° | 205 mm |
| September | 26° / 79° | 290 mm |
| October | 26° / 79° | 276 mm |
| November | 25° / 78° | 89 mm |
| December | 25° / 77° | 19 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 Nicaragua
The most comfortable months to visit Nicaragua are typically January, December and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is April (around 33°C high). The coldest is December (near 21°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Nicaragua in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Nicaragua has a population of 6,823,613, ranking #138 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 1.37%.
Life expectancy in Nicaragua is 74.9 years. The infant mortality rate is 12.0 per 1,000 live births.
Nicaragua's GDP per capita is $2,609. It is classified as a lower middle income country by the World Bank.
59.1% of Nicaragua's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 56.7 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Nicaragua is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Nicaragua are typically January, December and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Nicaragua has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C and about 1518 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically April and the coldest is December.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
Nicaragua is a country in Latin America & Caribbean with a population of 6,823,613. The population is growing slowly, about 1.4% annually.
Nicaragua is a lower-income economy, with GDP per capita of about $2,609. Life expectancy is 74.9 years, with a fertility rate of 2.2 births per woman, and 59.1% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.