Rank #147 by World Population
🇵🇦Panama
Panama has a population of 4,458,759, ranking #147 in the world. The capital is Panama City. Located in Latin America & Caribbean .
World Bank: High income
4,458,759
Population
#147
World Rank
79.6
Life Expectancy
$18,797
GDP Per Capita
Panama, #147 by world population
Panama Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Panama had a population of 1,126,005 in 1960 and 4,515,577 in 2024, a 4.0× growth over 64 years. The peak was 4,515,577 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.20%.
4,515,577
Population (2024)
1,126,005
Population (1960)
4,515,577
Peak (2024)
2.20%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 1,126,005 |
| 1961 | 1,159,870 |
| 1962 | 1,195,301 |
| 1963 | 1,232,124 |
| 1964 | 1,270,065 |
| 1965 | 1,308,835 |
| 1966 | 1,348,388 |
| 1967 | 1,388,628 |
| 1968 | 1,429,447 |
| 1969 | 1,470,886 |
| 1970 | 1,513,070 |
| 1971 | 1,556,081 |
| 1972 | 1,599,723 |
| 1973 | 1,643,690 |
| 1974 | 1,687,926 |
| 1975 | 1,732,389 |
| 1976 | 1,776,935 |
| 1977 | 1,821,543 |
| 1978 | 1,866,311 |
| 1979 | 1,911,552 |
| 1980 | 1,957,534 |
| 1981 | 2,004,418 |
| 1982 | 2,052,271 |
| 1983 | 2,101,106 |
| 1984 | 2,150,782 |
| 1985 | 2,200,915 |
| 1986 | 2,251,325 |
| 1987 | 2,301,970 |
| 1988 | 2,352,848 |
| 1989 | 2,403,820 |
| 1990 | 2,455,583 |
| 1991 | 2,508,265 |
| 1992 | 2,561,336 |
| 1993 | 2,615,099 |
| 1994 | 2,669,546 |
| 1995 | 2,724,557 |
| 1996 | 2,780,227 |
| 1997 | 2,836,695 |
| 1998 | 2,893,914 |
| 1999 | 2,951,822 |
| 2000 | 3,010,369 |
| 2001 | 3,069,537 |
| 2002 | 3,129,344 |
| 2003 | 3,189,807 |
| 2004 | 3,251,155 |
| 2005 | 3,313,026 |
| 2006 | 3,375,024 |
| 2007 | 3,437,490 |
| 2008 | 3,500,648 |
| 2009 | 3,564,381 |
| 2010 | 3,628,535 |
| 2011 | 3,693,505 |
| 2012 | 3,759,256 |
| 2013 | 3,825,329 |
| 2014 | 3,892,101 |
| 2015 | 3,960,035 |
| 2016 | 4,029,086 |
| 2017 | 4,098,707 |
| 2018 | 4,167,860 |
| 2019 | 4,234,700 |
| 2020 | 4,293,261 |
| 2021 | 4,345,405 |
| 2022 | 4,400,773 |
| 2023 | 4,458,759 |
| 2024 | 4,515,577 |
Demographics
| Population | 4,458,759 |
| Population Growth Rate | 1.31% |
| Urban Population | 65.9% |
| Fertility Rate | 2.12 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 79.6 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 11.9 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 96.1% |
Economy & Trade
$18,797
GDP Per Capita
6.5%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
48.9
Gini Index (inequality)
88.3%
Trade (% of GDP)
647,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
8.3%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
1.63
Physicians per 1,000
2.5%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
96.1%
Literacy Rate
11.9
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
97.0%
Electricity Access
67.3%
Internet Users
148
Mobile Subs per 100
60.1
People per km2
7,262
Net Migration
Environment
56.3%
Forest Area
Panama Climate
Panama has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F) and receives about 2178 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is April and the coldest is November. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
27°C
Avg Temp
2178
Precip (mm/yr)
Apr
Hottest Month
Nov
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 27° / 80° | 53 mm |
| February | 27° / 81° | 32 mm |
| March | 28° / 82° | 20 mm |
| April | 28° / 83° | 68 mm |
| May | 28° / 82° | 164 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 216 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 212 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 208 mm |
| September | 26° / 80° | 220 mm |
| October | 27° / 80° | 375 mm |
| November | 26° / 79° | 374 mm |
| December | 26° / 79° | 236 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 Panama
The most comfortable months to visit Panama are typically February, March and January, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is April (around 32°C high). The coldest is November (near 23°C low). October is usually the wettest month.
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Panama in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Panama has a population of 4,458,759, ranking #147 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 1.31%.
Life expectancy in Panama is 79.6 years. The infant mortality rate is 11.9 per 1,000 live births.
Panama's GDP per capita is $18,797. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
65.9% of Panama's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 60.1 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Panama is 96.1%. The country spends 2.5% of GDP on education.
The most comfortable months to visit Panama are typically February, March and January, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Panama has an average annual temperature of 27°C and about 2178 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically April and the coldest is November.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
Panama is a country in Latin America & Caribbean with a population of 4,458,759. Population growth is modest, around 1.3% a year.
Economically, Panama is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $18,797. Life expectancy is high at 79.6 years, with a fertility rate of 2.1 births per woman, and 65.9% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.