Rank #163 by World Population
🇸🇳Senegal
Senegal has a population of 18,077,573, ranking #163 in the world. The capital is Dakar. Located in Sub-Saharan Africa .
World Bank: Lower middle income
18,077,573
Population
#163
World Rank
68.7
Life Expectancy
$1,698
GDP Per Capita
Senegal, #163 by world population
Senegal Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Senegal had a population of 3,340,907 in 1960 and 18,501,984 in 2024, a 5.5× growth over 64 years. The peak was 18,501,984 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.71%.
18,501,984
Population (2024)
3,340,907
Population (1960)
18,501,984
Peak (2024)
2.71%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 3,340,907 |
| 1961 | 3,436,375 |
| 1962 | 3,534,686 |
| 1963 | 3,635,876 |
| 1964 | 3,740,535 |
| 1965 | 3,849,788 |
| 1966 | 3,964,299 |
| 1967 | 4,083,870 |
| 1968 | 4,207,587 |
| 1969 | 4,334,974 |
| 1970 | 4,466,328 |
| 1971 | 4,601,864 |
| 1972 | 4,741,631 |
| 1973 | 4,885,181 |
| 1974 | 5,029,437 |
| 1975 | 5,170,810 |
| 1976 | 5,308,564 |
| 1977 | 5,439,549 |
| 1978 | 5,568,096 |
| 1979 | 5,702,895 |
| 1980 | 5,845,638 |
| 1981 | 5,997,160 |
| 1982 | 6,156,961 |
| 1983 | 6,324,504 |
| 1984 | 6,499,364 |
| 1985 | 6,683,287 |
| 1986 | 6,878,192 |
| 1987 | 7,081,530 |
| 1988 | 7,289,618 |
| 1989 | 7,502,207 |
| 1990 | 7,720,523 |
| 1991 | 7,943,085 |
| 1992 | 8,168,395 |
| 1993 | 8,396,288 |
| 1994 | 8,624,078 |
| 1995 | 8,848,101 |
| 1996 | 9,067,014 |
| 1997 | 9,283,495 |
| 1998 | 9,502,952 |
| 1999 | 9,730,887 |
| 2000 | 9,968,260 |
| 2001 | 10,212,942 |
| 2002 | 10,466,214 |
| 2003 | 10,721,176 |
| 2004 | 10,975,704 |
| 2005 | 11,235,472 |
| 2006 | 11,500,094 |
| 2007 | 11,770,344 |
| 2008 | 12,048,959 |
| 2009 | 12,337,389 |
| 2010 | 12,635,413 |
| 2011 | 12,958,897 |
| 2012 | 13,310,495 |
| 2013 | 13,710,849 |
| 2014 | 14,152,102 |
| 2015 | 14,593,331 |
| 2016 | 15,034,521 |
| 2017 | 15,475,002 |
| 2018 | 15,914,498 |
| 2019 | 16,352,922 |
| 2020 | 16,789,219 |
| 2021 | 17,220,867 |
| 2022 | 17,651,103 |
| 2023 | 18,077,573 |
| 2024 | 18,501,984 |
Demographics
| Population | 18,077,573 |
| Population Growth Rate | 2.39% |
| Urban Population | 54.7% |
| Fertility Rate | 3.82 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 68.7 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 30.0 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 50.4% |
Economy & Trade
$1,698
GDP Per Capita
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Lower middle income
Income Level
71.4%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
4.3%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
0.11
Physicians per 1,000
6.2%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
50.4%
Literacy Rate
30.0
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
74.2%
Electricity Access
56.8%
Internet Users
115
Mobile Subs per 100
93.9
People per km2
-9,999
Net Migration
Environment
41.3%
Forest Area
Senegal Climate
Senegal has an average annual temperature of 24.4°C (76°F) and receives about 374 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is September and the coldest is February. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
24.4°C
Avg Temp
374
Precip (mm/yr)
Sep
Hottest Month
Feb
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 22° / 71° | 2 mm |
| February | 21° / 71° | 1 mm |
| March | 22° / 71° | 0 mm |
| April | 22° / 72° | 0 mm |
| May | 23° / 74° | 0 mm |
| June | 25° / 78° | 9 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 56 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 151 mm |
| September | 28° / 82° | 129 mm |
| October | 28° / 82° | 23 mm |
| November | 26° / 78° | 2 mm |
| December | 23° / 73° | 1 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 Senegal
The most comfortable months to visit Senegal are typically February, January and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is September (around 31°C high). The coldest is February (near 16°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Senegal in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Senegal has a population of 18,077,573, ranking #163 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 2.39%.
Life expectancy in Senegal is 68.7 years. The infant mortality rate is 30.0 per 1,000 live births.
Senegal's GDP per capita is $1,698. It is classified as a lower middle income country by the World Bank.
54.7% of Senegal's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 93.9 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Senegal is 50.4%. The country spends 6.2% of GDP on education.
The most comfortable months to visit Senegal are typically February, January and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Senegal has an average annual temperature of 24.4°C and about 374 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically September and the coldest is February.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
Senegal is a country in Sub-Saharan Africa with a population of 18,077,573. Its population is growing quickly, by about 2.4% a year.
GDP per capita is roughly $1,698, placing Senegal among lower-income economies. Life expectancy is 68.7 years, below the global average, with a fertility rate of 3.8 births per woman, and 54.7% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.