Rank #167 by World Population
🇸🇬Singapore
Singapore has a population of 5,917,648, ranking #167 in the world. The capital is Singapore. Located in East Asia & Pacific.
World Bank: High income
5,917,648
Population
#167
World Rank
83.1
Life Expectancy
$85,412
GDP Per Capita
Singapore, #167 by world population
Singapore Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Singapore had a population of 1,646,400 in 1960 and 6,036,860 in 2024, a 3.7× growth over 64 years. The peak was 6,036,860 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.06%.
6,036,860
Population (2024)
1,646,400
Population (1960)
6,036,860
Peak (2024)
2.06%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 1,646,400 |
| 1961 | 1,702,400 |
| 1962 | 1,750,200 |
| 1963 | 1,795,000 |
| 1964 | 1,841,600 |
| 1965 | 1,886,900 |
| 1966 | 1,934,400 |
| 1967 | 1,977,600 |
| 1968 | 2,012,000 |
| 1969 | 2,042,500 |
| 1970 | 2,074,507 |
| 1971 | 2,112,900 |
| 1972 | 2,152,400 |
| 1973 | 2,193,000 |
| 1974 | 2,229,800 |
| 1975 | 2,262,600 |
| 1976 | 2,293,300 |
| 1977 | 2,325,300 |
| 1978 | 2,353,600 |
| 1979 | 2,383,500 |
| 1980 | 2,413,945 |
| 1981 | 2,532,835 |
| 1982 | 2,646,466 |
| 1983 | 2,681,061 |
| 1984 | 2,732,221 |
| 1985 | 2,735,957 |
| 1986 | 2,733,373 |
| 1987 | 2,774,789 |
| 1988 | 2,846,108 |
| 1989 | 2,930,901 |
| 1990 | 3,047,132 |
| 1991 | 3,135,083 |
| 1992 | 3,230,698 |
| 1993 | 3,313,471 |
| 1994 | 3,419,048 |
| 1995 | 3,524,506 |
| 1996 | 3,670,704 |
| 1997 | 3,796,038 |
| 1998 | 3,927,213 |
| 1999 | 3,958,723 |
| 2000 | 4,027,887 |
| 2001 | 4,138,012 |
| 2002 | 4,175,950 |
| 2003 | 4,114,826 |
| 2004 | 4,166,664 |
| 2005 | 4,265,762 |
| 2006 | 4,401,365 |
| 2007 | 4,588,599 |
| 2008 | 4,839,396 |
| 2009 | 4,987,573 |
| 2010 | 5,076,732 |
| 2011 | 5,183,688 |
| 2012 | 5,312,437 |
| 2013 | 5,399,162 |
| 2014 | 5,469,724 |
| 2015 | 5,535,002 |
| 2016 | 5,607,283 |
| 2017 | 5,612,253 |
| 2018 | 5,638,676 |
| 2019 | 5,703,569 |
| 2020 | 5,685,807 |
| 2021 | 5,453,566 |
| 2022 | 5,637,022 |
| 2023 | 5,917,648 |
| 2024 | 6,036,860 |
Demographics
| Population | 5,917,648 |
| Population Growth Rate | 4.86% |
| Urban Population | 100.0% |
| Fertility Rate | 0.97 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 83.1 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 2.1 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 97.7% |
Economy & Trade
$85,412
GDP Per Capita
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
325.7%
Trade (% of GDP)
2,742,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
4.5%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
2.83
Physicians per 1,000
2.1%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
97.7%
Literacy Rate
2.1
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
96.0%
Internet Users
158
Mobile Subs per 100
8241.8
People per km2
26,996
Net Migration
Environment
20.9%
Forest Area
Singapore Climate
Singapore has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F) and receives about 2384 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is May and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
26.9°C
Avg Temp
2384
Precip (mm/yr)
May
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 26° / 79° | 241 mm |
| February | 27° / 80° | 178 mm |
| March | 27° / 81° | 179 mm |
| April | 27° / 81° | 192 mm |
| May | 28° / 82° | 174 mm |
| June | 28° / 82° | 169 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 163 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 175 mm |
| September | 27° / 81° | 164 mm |
| October | 27° / 81° | 196 mm |
| November | 27° / 80° | 255 mm |
| December | 26° / 79° | 298 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 Singapore
The most comfortable months to visit Singapore are typically September, July and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is May (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near 23°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Singapore has a population of 5,917,648, ranking #167 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 4.86%.
Life expectancy in Singapore is 83.1 years. The infant mortality rate is 2.1 per 1,000 live births.
Singapore's GDP per capita is $85,412. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
100.0% of Singapore's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 8241.8 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Singapore is 97.7%. The country spends 2.1% of GDP on education.
The most comfortable months to visit Singapore are typically September, July and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Singapore has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C and about 2384 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically May 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 5,917,648 residents, Singapore is a country in East Asia & Pacific. The population is expanding fast — roughly 4.9% annually.
Economically, Singapore is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $85,412. Life expectancy is high at 83.1 years, with a fertility rate of 1.0 births per woman, and 100.0% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.