Rank #139 by World Population
🇳🇪Niger
Niger has a population of 26,159,867, ranking #139 in the world. The capital is Niamey. Located in Sub-Saharan Africa .
World Bank: Low income
26,159,867
Population
#139
World Rank
61.2
Life Expectancy
$638
GDP Per Capita
Niger, #139 by world population
Niger Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Niger had a population of 3,505,050 in 1960 and 27,032,412 in 2024, a 7.7× growth over 64 years. The peak was 27,032,412 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 3.24%.
27,032,412
Population (2024)
3,505,050
Population (1960)
27,032,412
Peak (2024)
3.24%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 3,505,050 |
| 1961 | 3,608,162 |
| 1962 | 3,714,520 |
| 1963 | 3,823,873 |
| 1964 | 3,935,814 |
| 1965 | 4,049,695 |
| 1966 | 4,165,544 |
| 1967 | 4,283,590 |
| 1968 | 4,403,637 |
| 1969 | 4,525,725 |
| 1970 | 4,650,275 |
| 1971 | 4,776,225 |
| 1972 | 4,904,845 |
| 1973 | 5,037,865 |
| 1974 | 5,174,953 |
| 1975 | 5,317,019 |
| 1976 | 5,464,962 |
| 1977 | 5,619,716 |
| 1978 | 5,782,932 |
| 1979 | 5,955,556 |
| 1980 | 6,135,971 |
| 1981 | 6,322,006 |
| 1982 | 6,512,732 |
| 1983 | 6,708,644 |
| 1984 | 6,909,971 |
| 1985 | 7,118,457 |
| 1986 | 7,335,811 |
| 1987 | 7,561,150 |
| 1988 | 7,793,748 |
| 1989 | 8,034,780 |
| 1990 | 8,286,059 |
| 1991 | 8,546,900 |
| 1992 | 8,817,633 |
| 1993 | 9,100,789 |
| 1994 | 9,398,258 |
| 1995 | 9,714,529 |
| 1996 | 10,044,852 |
| 1997 | 10,383,969 |
| 1998 | 10,741,413 |
| 1999 | 11,117,411 |
| 2000 | 11,509,630 |
| 2001 | 11,920,647 |
| 2002 | 12,349,144 |
| 2003 | 12,796,984 |
| 2004 | 13,265,836 |
| 2005 | 13,756,192 |
| 2006 | 14,268,581 |
| 2007 | 14,803,610 |
| 2008 | 15,361,915 |
| 2009 | 15,943,675 |
| 2010 | 16,548,835 |
| 2011 | 17,176,283 |
| 2012 | 17,836,769 |
| 2013 | 18,519,898 |
| 2014 | 19,215,909 |
| 2015 | 19,939,498 |
| 2016 | 20,685,753 |
| 2017 | 21,435,446 |
| 2018 | 22,188,069 |
| 2019 | 22,947,757 |
| 2020 | 23,717,613 |
| 2021 | 24,502,140 |
| 2022 | 25,311,973 |
| 2023 | 26,159,867 |
| 2024 | 27,032,412 |
Demographics
| Population | 26,159,867 |
| Population Growth Rate | 3.29% |
| Urban Population | 17.8% |
| Fertility Rate | 6.06 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 61.2 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 66.9 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$638
GDP Per Capita
0.4%
Unemployment Rate
Low income
Income Level
46.5%
Trade (% of GDP)
85,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
4.0%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
0.04
Physicians per 1,000
4.1%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
66.9
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
20.1%
Electricity Access
13.1%
Internet Users
62
Mobile Subs per 100
20.7
People per km2
995
Net Migration
Environment
0.8%
Forest Area
Niger Climate
Niger has an average annual temperature of 29.5°C (85°F) and receives about 475 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is May and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
29.5°C
Avg Temp
475
Precip (mm/yr)
May
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 25° / 76° | 0 mm |
| February | 27° / 81° | 0 mm |
| March | 31° / 88° | 2 mm |
| April | 34° / 93° | 5 mm |
| May | 34° / 93° | 25 mm |
| June | 32° / 90° | 67 mm |
| July | 30° / 85° | 133 mm |
| August | 28° / 83° | 156 mm |
| September | 29° / 85° | 79 mm |
| October | 31° / 88° | 8 mm |
| November | 28° / 83° | 0 mm |
| December | 25° / 77° | 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 Niger
The most comfortable months to visit Niger are typically January, December and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is May (around 40°C high). The coldest is January (near 17°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Niger in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Niger has a population of 26,159,867, ranking #139 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 3.29%.
Life expectancy in Niger is 61.2 years. The infant mortality rate is 66.9 per 1,000 live births.
Niger's GDP per capita is $638. It is classified as a low income country by the World Bank.
17.8% of Niger's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 20.7 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Niger is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Niger are typically January, December and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Niger has an average annual temperature of 29.5°C and about 475 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.
Niger is a country in Sub-Saharan Africa with a population of 26,159,867. The population is expanding fast — roughly 3.3% annually.
GDP per capita is roughly $638, placing Niger among lower-income economies. Life expectancy is 61.2 years, below the global average, with a fertility rate of 6.1 births per woman, and 17.8% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.