Rank #141 by World Population
🇲🇰North Macedonia
North Macedonia has a population of 1,827,816, ranking #141 in the world. The capital is Skopje. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: Upper middle income
1,827,816
Population
#141
World Rank
75.3
Life Expectancy
$8,674
GDP Per Capita
North Macedonia, #141 by world population
North Macedonia Population History (1960-2024)
The country of North Macedonia had a population of 1,435,059 in 1960 and 1,824,359 in 2024, a 27.1% growth over 64 years. The peak was 2,063,689 in 1990. Average annual growth rate: 0.38%.
1,824,359
Population (2024)
1,435,059
Population (1960)
2,063,689
Peak (1990)
0.38%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 1,435,059 |
| 1961 | 1,455,171 |
| 1962 | 1,471,745 |
| 1963 | 1,488,737 |
| 1964 | 1,510,900 |
| 1965 | 1,533,466 |
| 1966 | 1,557,349 |
| 1967 | 1,582,492 |
| 1968 | 1,608,930 |
| 1969 | 1,636,345 |
| 1970 | 1,664,208 |
| 1971 | 1,691,216 |
| 1972 | 1,717,395 |
| 1973 | 1,743,816 |
| 1974 | 1,770,545 |
| 1975 | 1,797,972 |
| 1976 | 1,825,830 |
| 1977 | 1,853,138 |
| 1978 | 1,879,847 |
| 1979 | 1,906,523 |
| 1980 | 1,933,038 |
| 1981 | 1,959,065 |
| 1982 | 1,978,956 |
| 1983 | 1,991,901 |
| 1984 | 2,003,399 |
| 1985 | 2,014,331 |
| 1986 | 2,024,732 |
| 1987 | 2,035,157 |
| 1988 | 2,045,737 |
| 1989 | 2,055,649 |
| 1990 | 2,063,689 |
| 1991 | 2,055,994 |
| 1992 | 2,032,523 |
| 1993 | 2,006,854 |
| 1994 | 1,992,666 |
| 1995 | 1,998,534 |
| 1996 | 2,012,553 |
| 1997 | 1,996,869 |
| 1998 | 2,007,523 |
| 1999 | 2,017,142 |
| 2000 | 2,026,350 |
| 2001 | 2,034,882 |
| 2002 | 2,020,157 |
| 2003 | 2,022,725 |
| 2004 | 2,016,186 |
| 2005 | 2,005,330 |
| 2006 | 1,994,287 |
| 2007 | 1,982,933 |
| 2008 | 1,971,493 |
| 2009 | 1,958,782 |
| 2010 | 1,946,298 |
| 2011 | 1,937,398 |
| 2012 | 1,929,821 |
| 2013 | 1,922,716 |
| 2014 | 1,917,557 |
| 2015 | 1,912,430 |
| 2016 | 1,906,313 |
| 2017 | 1,898,657 |
| 2018 | 1,889,051 |
| 2019 | 1,876,262 |
| 2020 | 1,856,124 |
| 2021 | 1,837,114 |
| 2022 | 1,831,712 |
| 2023 | 1,827,816 |
| 2024 | 1,824,359 |
Demographics
| Population | 1,827,816 |
| Population Growth Rate | -0.21% |
| Urban Population | 62.3% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.50 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 75.3 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 3.0 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$8,674
GDP Per Capita
13.2%
Unemployment Rate
Upper middle income
Income Level
33.5
Gini Index (inequality)
147.8%
Trade (% of GDP)
118,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
7.4%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
2.94
Physicians per 1,000
3.0
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
83.9%
Internet Users
105
Mobile Subs per 100
72.5
People per km2
-5,597
Net Migration
Environment
39.7%
Forest Area
North Macedonia Climate
North Macedonia has an average annual temperature of 12°C (54°F) and receives about 525 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12°C
Avg Temp
525
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0° / 32° | 35 mm |
| February | 3° / 37° | 35 mm |
| March | 7° / 45° | 39 mm |
| April | 12° / 53° | 45 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 56 mm |
| June | 21° / 69° | 51 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 39 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 34 mm |
| September | 19° / 65° | 39 mm |
| October | 13° / 55° | 48 mm |
| November | 6° / 43° | 55 mm |
| December | 2° / 35° | 49 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 North Macedonia
The most comfortable months to visit North Macedonia are typically June, August and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -4°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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North Macedonia in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
North Macedonia has a population of 1,827,816, ranking #141 in the world. The annual population growth rate is -0.21%.
Life expectancy in North Macedonia is 75.3 years. The infant mortality rate is 3.0 per 1,000 live births.
North Macedonia's GDP per capita is $8,674. It is classified as a upper middle income country by the World Bank.
62.3% of North Macedonia's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 72.5 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for North Macedonia is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit North Macedonia are typically June, August and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
North Macedonia has an average annual temperature of 12°C and about 525 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically July 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.
With 1,827,816 residents, North Macedonia is a country in Europe & Central Asia. The population is in decline, around -0.2% annually.
GDP per capita is about $8,674 (Upper middle income, by World Bank classification). Life expectancy is 75.3 years, with a fertility rate of 1.5 births per woman, and 62.3% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.