Rank #155 by World Population
🇶🇦Qatar
Qatar has a population of 2,656,032, ranking #155 in the world. The capital is Doha. Located in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan.
World Bank: High income
2,656,032
Population
#155
World Rank
82.4
Life Expectancy
$81,817
GDP Per Capita
Qatar, #155 by world population
Qatar Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Qatar had a population of 36,010 in 1960 and 2,857,822 in 2024, a 79× growth over 64 years. The peak was 2,857,822 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 7.20%.
2,857,822
Population (2024)
36,010
Population (1960)
2,857,822
Peak (2024)
7.20%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 36,010 |
| 1961 | 39,680 |
| 1962 | 44,630 |
| 1963 | 50,380 |
| 1964 | 56,867 |
| 1965 | 64,065 |
| 1966 | 72,192 |
| 1967 | 81,439 |
| 1968 | 91,749 |
| 1969 | 103,025 |
| 1970 | 116,350 |
| 1971 | 131,346 |
| 1972 | 146,506 |
| 1973 | 161,841 |
| 1974 | 177,362 |
| 1975 | 193,087 |
| 1976 | 209,052 |
| 1977 | 225,285 |
| 1978 | 241,808 |
| 1979 | 258,670 |
| 1980 | 275,913 |
| 1981 | 293,553 |
| 1982 | 311,537 |
| 1983 | 329,709 |
| 1984 | 347,878 |
| 1985 | 365,940 |
| 1986 | 382,422 |
| 1987 | 397,005 |
| 1988 | 411,264 |
| 1989 | 425,646 |
| 1990 | 440,175 |
| 1991 | 454,853 |
| 1992 | 469,657 |
| 1993 | 484,545 |
| 1994 | 499,459 |
| 1995 | 514,325 |
| 1996 | 529,019 |
| 1997 | 550,500 |
| 1998 | 580,540 |
| 1999 | 612,500 |
| 2000 | 644,989 |
| 2001 | 677,925 |
| 2002 | 711,205 |
| 2003 | 744,682 |
| 2004 | 773,332 |
| 2005 | 825,408 |
| 2006 | 972,831 |
| 2007 | 1,208,595 |
| 2008 | 1,426,938 |
| 2009 | 1,608,903 |
| 2010 | 1,616,832 |
| 2011 | 1,624,761 |
| 2012 | 1,722,438 |
| 2013 | 1,916,426 |
| 2014 | 2,151,745 |
| 2015 | 2,344,557 |
| 2016 | 2,477,113 |
| 2017 | 2,545,820 |
| 2018 | 2,580,734 |
| 2019 | 2,638,657 |
| 2020 | 2,794,148 |
| 2021 | 2,504,910 |
| 2022 | 2,657,333 |
| 2023 | 2,656,032 |
| 2024 | 2,857,822 |
Demographics
| Population | 2,656,032 |
| Population Growth Rate | -0.05% |
| Urban Population | 99.3% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.73 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 82.4 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 4.9 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$81,817
GDP Per Capita
0.1%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
582,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
2.5%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
3.02
Physicians per 1,000
4.9
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
98.0%
Internet Users
138
Mobile Subs per 100
231.2
People per km2
39,995
Net Migration
Environment
0.0%
Forest Area
Qatar Climate
Qatar has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F) and receives about 84 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
27°C
Avg Temp
84
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 17° / 63° | 12 mm |
| February | 18° / 65° | 19 mm |
| March | 21° / 70° | 26 mm |
| April | 26° / 79° | 6 mm |
| May | 32° / 89° | 1 mm |
| June | 34° / 94° | 0 mm |
| July | 35° / 95° | 0 mm |
| August | 35° / 94° | 0 mm |
| September | 33° / 91° | 0 mm |
| October | 29° / 85° | 1 mm |
| November | 24° / 76° | 7 mm |
| December | 20° / 67° | 12 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 Qatar
The most comfortable months to visit Qatar are typically March, December and November, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 41°C high). The coldest is January (near 13°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Qatar in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Qatar has a population of 2,656,032, ranking #155 in the world. The annual population growth rate is -0.05%.
Life expectancy in Qatar is 82.4 years. The infant mortality rate is 4.9 per 1,000 live births.
Qatar's GDP per capita is $81,817. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
99.3% of Qatar's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 231.2 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Qatar is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Qatar are typically March, December and November, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Qatar has an average annual temperature of 27°C and about 84 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 2,656,032 residents, Qatar is a country in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan. Its population is shrinking, by roughly -0.0% a year.
Qatar is a high-income economy, with GDP per capita of about $81,817. Life expectancy is high at 82.4 years, with a fertility rate of 1.7 births per woman, and 99.3% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.