Rank #149 by World Population
🇵🇾Paraguay
Paraguay has a population of 6,844,146, ranking #149 in the world. The capital is Asuncion. Located in Latin America & Caribbean .
World Bank: Upper middle income
6,844,146
Population
#149
World Rank
73.8
Life Expectancy
$6,300
GDP Per Capita
Paraguay, #149 by world population
Paraguay Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Paraguay had a population of 1,883,514 in 1960 and 6,929,153 in 2024, a 3.7× growth over 64 years. The peak was 6,929,153 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.06%.
6,929,153
Population (2024)
1,883,514
Population (1960)
6,929,153
Peak (2024)
2.06%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 1,883,514 |
| 1961 | 1,927,394 |
| 1962 | 1,973,130 |
| 1963 | 2,021,909 |
| 1964 | 2,073,119 |
| 1965 | 2,125,177 |
| 1966 | 2,177,584 |
| 1967 | 2,229,994 |
| 1968 | 2,282,391 |
| 1969 | 2,334,992 |
| 1970 | 2,388,028 |
| 1971 | 2,442,537 |
| 1972 | 2,499,881 |
| 1973 | 2,561,102 |
| 1974 | 2,625,621 |
| 1975 | 2,691,648 |
| 1976 | 2,758,836 |
| 1977 | 2,827,874 |
| 1978 | 2,899,269 |
| 1979 | 2,973,968 |
| 1980 | 3,053,235 |
| 1981 | 3,137,604 |
| 1982 | 3,226,189 |
| 1983 | 3,318,068 |
| 1984 | 3,412,936 |
| 1985 | 3,510,671 |
| 1986 | 3,611,474 |
| 1987 | 3,714,889 |
| 1988 | 3,820,546 |
| 1989 | 3,927,802 |
| 1990 | 4,035,747 |
| 1991 | 4,144,364 |
| 1992 | 4,253,600 |
| 1993 | 4,362,696 |
| 1994 | 4,471,417 |
| 1995 | 4,579,806 |
| 1996 | 4,687,543 |
| 1997 | 4,794,412 |
| 1998 | 4,900,025 |
| 1999 | 5,003,135 |
| 2000 | 5,100,868 |
| 2001 | 5,187,689 |
| 2002 | 5,261,328 |
| 2003 | 5,326,436 |
| 2004 | 5,388,175 |
| 2005 | 5,448,097 |
| 2006 | 5,505,148 |
| 2007 | 5,559,386 |
| 2008 | 5,613,574 |
| 2009 | 5,671,236 |
| 2010 | 5,737,971 |
| 2011 | 5,814,626 |
| 2012 | 5,897,008 |
| 2013 | 5,982,445 |
| 2014 | 6,069,811 |
| 2015 | 6,159,103 |
| 2016 | 6,249,126 |
| 2017 | 6,338,660 |
| 2018 | 6,427,382 |
| 2019 | 6,515,058 |
| 2020 | 6,603,739 |
| 2021 | 6,684,182 |
| 2022 | 6,760,464 |
| 2023 | 6,844,146 |
| 2024 | 6,929,153 |
Demographics
| Population | 6,844,146 |
| Population Growth Rate | 1.23% |
| Urban Population | 69.3% |
| Fertility Rate | 2.42 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 73.8 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 15.0 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 94.5% |
Economy & Trade
$6,300
GDP Per Capita
5.8%
Unemployment Rate
Upper middle income
Income Level
44.2
Gini Index (inequality)
82.4%
Trade (% of GDP)
1,077,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
8.4%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
3.89
Physicians per 1,000
3.4%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
94.5%
Literacy Rate
15.0
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
99.8%
Electricity Access
76.3%
Internet Users
119
Mobile Subs per 100
17.3
People per km2
-12,500
Net Migration
Environment
38.5%
Forest Area
Paraguay Climate
Paraguay has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F) and receives about 1408 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is January and the coldest is July. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
22.8°C
Avg Temp
1408
Precip (mm/yr)
Jan
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 28° / 82° | 157 mm |
| February | 27° / 81° | 137 mm |
| March | 26° / 79° | 132 mm |
| April | 23° / 73° | 161 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 109 mm |
| June | 18° / 64° | 77 mm |
| July | 18° / 64° | 42 mm |
| August | 19° / 66° | 70 mm |
| September | 21° / 69° | 86 mm |
| October | 23° / 74° | 130 mm |
| November | 25° / 77° | 154 mm |
| December | 27° / 80° | 153 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 Paraguay
The most comfortable months to visit Paraguay are typically September, July and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is January (around 33°C high). The coldest is July (near 13°C low). April is usually the wettest month.
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Paraguay in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Paraguay has a population of 6,844,146, ranking #149 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 1.23%.
Life expectancy in Paraguay is 73.8 years. The infant mortality rate is 15.0 per 1,000 live births.
Paraguay's GDP per capita is $6,300. It is classified as a upper middle income country by the World Bank.
69.3% of Paraguay's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 17.3 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Paraguay is 94.5%. The country spends 3.4% of GDP on education.
The most comfortable months to visit Paraguay are typically September, July and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Paraguay has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C and about 1408 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically January 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.
Paraguay is a country in Latin America & Caribbean with a population of 6,844,146. The population is growing slowly, about 1.2% annually.
Paraguay is a Upper middle income economy, with GDP per capita near $6,300. Life expectancy is 73.8 years, with a fertility rate of 2.4 births per woman, and 69.3% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.