Rank #165 by World Population
🇸🇨Seychelles
Seychelles has a population of 119,773, ranking #165 in the world. The capital is Victoria. Located in Sub-Saharan Africa .
World Bank: High income
119,773
Population
#165
World Rank
75.4
Life Expectancy
$18,263
GDP Per Capita
Seychelles, #165 by world population
Seychelles Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Seychelles had a population of 41,700 in 1960 and 121,354 in 2024, a 2.9× growth over 64 years. The peak was 121,354 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.71%.
121,354
Population (2024)
41,700
Population (1960)
121,354
Peak (2024)
1.71%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 41,700 |
| 1961 | 42,889 |
| 1962 | 44,042 |
| 1963 | 45,176 |
| 1964 | 46,322 |
| 1965 | 47,500 |
| 1966 | 48,699 |
| 1967 | 49,911 |
| 1968 | 51,134 |
| 1969 | 52,365 |
| 1970 | 53,600 |
| 1971 | 54,695 |
| 1972 | 56,029 |
| 1973 | 56,892 |
| 1974 | 57,937 |
| 1975 | 59,292 |
| 1976 | 60,504 |
| 1977 | 61,786 |
| 1978 | 62,150 |
| 1979 | 62,686 |
| 1980 | 63,261 |
| 1981 | 64,035 |
| 1982 | 64,413 |
| 1983 | 64,335 |
| 1984 | 64,717 |
| 1985 | 65,244 |
| 1986 | 65,652 |
| 1987 | 68,499 |
| 1988 | 68,755 |
| 1989 | 69,167 |
| 1990 | 69,507 |
| 1991 | 70,439 |
| 1992 | 70,763 |
| 1993 | 72,253 |
| 1994 | 74,205 |
| 1995 | 75,304 |
| 1996 | 76,417 |
| 1997 | 77,319 |
| 1998 | 78,846 |
| 1999 | 80,410 |
| 2000 | 81,131 |
| 2001 | 81,202 |
| 2002 | 83,723 |
| 2003 | 82,781 |
| 2004 | 82,475 |
| 2005 | 82,858 |
| 2006 | 84,600 |
| 2007 | 85,033 |
| 2008 | 86,956 |
| 2009 | 87,298 |
| 2010 | 89,770 |
| 2011 | 87,441 |
| 2012 | 88,303 |
| 2013 | 89,949 |
| 2014 | 91,359 |
| 2015 | 93,419 |
| 2016 | 94,677 |
| 2017 | 95,843 |
| 2018 | 96,762 |
| 2019 | 97,625 |
| 2020 | 98,462 |
| 2021 | 99,258 |
| 2022 | 119,878 |
| 2023 | 119,773 |
| 2024 | 121,354 |
Demographics
| Population | 119,773 |
| Population Growth Rate | -0.09% |
| Urban Population | 45.1% |
| Fertility Rate | 2.18 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 75.4 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 13.1 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$18,263
GDP Per Capita
-
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
180.8%
Trade (% of GDP)
124,500
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
4.5%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
6.60
Physicians per 1,000
4.5%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
13.1
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
84.8%
Internet Users
149
Mobile Subs per 100
260.4
People per km2
1,809
Net Migration
Environment
73.3%
Forest Area
Seychelles Climate
Seychelles has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F) and receives about 2358 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is April and the coldest is July. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
26°C
Avg Temp
2358
Precip (mm/yr)
Apr
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 26° / 79° | 370 mm |
| February | 26° / 80° | 277 mm |
| March | 27° / 80° | 193 mm |
| April | 27° / 81° | 177 mm |
| May | 27° / 80° | 153 mm |
| June | 26° / 78° | 100 mm |
| July | 25° / 77° | 94 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 144 mm |
| September | 25° / 78° | 144 mm |
| October | 26° / 79° | 190 mm |
| November | 26° / 79° | 219 mm |
| December | 26° / 79° | 297 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 Seychelles
The most comfortable months to visit Seychelles are typically July, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is April (around 30°C high). The coldest is July (near 23°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Seychelles in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Seychelles has a population of 119,773, ranking #165 in the world. The annual population growth rate is -0.09%.
Life expectancy in Seychelles is 75.4 years. The infant mortality rate is 13.1 per 1,000 live births.
Seychelles's GDP per capita is $18,263. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
45.1% of Seychelles's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 260.4 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Seychelles is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Seychelles are typically July, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Seychelles has an average annual temperature of 26°C and about 2358 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically April 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.
Seychelles is a country in Sub-Saharan Africa with a population of 119,773. Its population is shrinking, by roughly -0.1% a year.
Economically, Seychelles is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $18,263. Life expectancy is 75.4 years, with a fertility rate of 2.2 births per woman, and 45.1% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.