Rank #157 by World Population
🇷🇺Russian Federation
Russian Federation has a population of 143,826,130, ranking #157 in the world. The capital is Moscow. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: High income
143,826,130
Population
#157
World Rank
73.3
Life Expectancy
$14,159
GDP Per Capita
Russian Federation, #157 by world population
Russian Federation Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Russian Federation had a population of 119,897,000 in 1960 and 143,533,851 in 2024, a 19.7% growth over 64 years. The peak was 148,538,197 in 1992. Average annual growth rate: 0.28%.
143,533,851
Population (2024)
119,897,000
Population (1960)
148,538,197
Peak (1992)
0.28%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 119,897,000 |
| 1961 | 121,236,000 |
| 1962 | 122,591,000 |
| 1963 | 123,960,000 |
| 1964 | 125,345,000 |
| 1965 | 126,745,000 |
| 1966 | 127,468,000 |
| 1967 | 128,196,000 |
| 1968 | 128,928,000 |
| 1969 | 129,664,000 |
| 1970 | 130,404,000 |
| 1971 | 131,155,000 |
| 1972 | 131,909,000 |
| 1973 | 132,669,000 |
| 1974 | 133,432,000 |
| 1975 | 134,200,000 |
| 1976 | 135,147,000 |
| 1977 | 136,100,000 |
| 1978 | 137,060,000 |
| 1979 | 138,027,000 |
| 1980 | 139,010,000 |
| 1981 | 139,941,000 |
| 1982 | 140,823,000 |
| 1983 | 141,668,000 |
| 1984 | 142,745,000 |
| 1985 | 143,858,000 |
| 1986 | 144,894,000 |
| 1987 | 145,908,000 |
| 1988 | 146,857,000 |
| 1989 | 147,721,000 |
| 1990 | 147,969,406 |
| 1991 | 148,394,216 |
| 1992 | 148,538,197 |
| 1993 | 148,458,777 |
| 1994 | 148,407,912 |
| 1995 | 148,375,787 |
| 1996 | 148,160,129 |
| 1997 | 147,915,361 |
| 1998 | 147,670,784 |
| 1999 | 147,214,776 |
| 2000 | 146,596,869 |
| 2001 | 145,976,482 |
| 2002 | 145,306,497 |
| 2003 | 144,648,618 |
| 2004 | 144,067,316 |
| 2005 | 143,518,814 |
| 2006 | 143,049,637 |
| 2007 | 142,805,114 |
| 2008 | 142,742,366 |
| 2009 | 142,785,348 |
| 2010 | 142,849,468 |
| 2011 | 143,018,195 |
| 2012 | 143,378,447 |
| 2013 | 143,805,638 |
| 2014 | 144,237,223 |
| 2015 | 144,640,716 |
| 2016 | 145,015,460 |
| 2017 | 145,293,260 |
| 2018 | 145,398,106 |
| 2019 | 145,453,291 |
| 2020 | 145,245,148 |
| 2021 | 144,746,762 |
| 2022 | 144,236,933 |
| 2023 | 143,826,130 |
| 2024 | 143,533,851 |
Demographics
| Population | 143,826,130 |
| Population Growth Rate | -0.29% |
| Urban Population | 75.0% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.41 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 73.3 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 4.2 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 99.9% |
Economy & Trade
$14,159
GDP Per Capita
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
33.0
Gini Index (inequality)
40.8%
Trade (% of GDP)
6,359,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
7.0%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
5.11
Physicians per 1,000
4.2%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
99.9%
Literacy Rate
4.2
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
90.4%
Internet Users
169
Mobile Subs per 100
8.8
People per km2
27,807
Net Migration
Environment
49.8%
Forest Area
Russian Federation Climate
Russian Federation has an average annual temperature of 5.3°C (42°F) and receives about 685 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
5.3°C
Avg Temp
685
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -8° / 18° | 45 mm |
| February | -7° / 20° | 35 mm |
| March | -1° / 29° | 32 mm |
| April | 6° / 43° | 38 mm |
| May | 13° / 55° | 49 mm |
| June | 17° / 63° | 82 mm |
| July | 19° / 65° | 88 mm |
| August | 17° / 62° | 78 mm |
| September | 11° / 52° | 65 mm |
| October | 5° / 41° | 65 mm |
| November | -2° / 29° | 57 mm |
| December | -6° / 22° | 51 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 Russian Federation
The most comfortable months to visit Russian Federation are typically July, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 23°C high). The coldest is January (near -10°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Russian Federation in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Russian Federation has a population of 143,826,130, ranking #157 in the world. The annual population growth rate is -0.29%.
Life expectancy in Russian Federation is 73.3 years. The infant mortality rate is 4.2 per 1,000 live births.
Russian Federation's GDP per capita is $14,159. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
75.0% of Russian Federation's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 8.8 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Russian Federation is 99.9%. The country spends 4.2% of GDP on education.
The most comfortable months to visit Russian Federation are typically July, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Russian Federation has an average annual temperature of 5.3°C and about 685 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.
Russian Federation is a country in Europe & Central Asia with a population of 143,826,130. The population is in decline, around -0.3% annually.
Economically, Russian Federation is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $14,159. Life expectancy is 73.3 years, with a fertility rate of 1.4 births per woman, and 75.0% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.