Rank #169 by World Population
🇸🇰Slovak Republic
Slovak Republic has a population of 5,426,740, ranking #169 in the world. The capital is Bratislava. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: High income
5,426,740
Population
#169
World Rank
78.1
Life Expectancy
$24,615
GDP Per Capita
Slovak Republic, #169 by world population
Slovak Republic Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Slovak Republic had a population of 4,068,095 in 1960 and 5,422,069 in 2024, a 33.3% growth over 64 years. The peak was 5,458,827 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.45%.
5,422,069
Population (2024)
4,068,095
Population (1960)
5,458,827
Peak (2020)
0.45%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 4,068,095 |
| 1961 | 4,191,667 |
| 1962 | 4,238,188 |
| 1963 | 4,282,017 |
| 1964 | 4,327,341 |
| 1965 | 4,370,983 |
| 1966 | 4,411,666 |
| 1967 | 4,449,367 |
| 1968 | 4,483,915 |
| 1969 | 4,518,607 |
| 1970 | 4,538,223 |
| 1971 | 4,557,449 |
| 1972 | 4,596,622 |
| 1973 | 4,641,445 |
| 1974 | 4,689,623 |
| 1975 | 4,739,105 |
| 1976 | 4,789,507 |
| 1977 | 4,840,501 |
| 1978 | 4,890,125 |
| 1979 | 4,938,973 |
| 1980 | 4,979,815 |
| 1981 | 5,016,105 |
| 1982 | 5,055,099 |
| 1983 | 5,091,971 |
| 1984 | 5,127,097 |
| 1985 | 5,161,768 |
| 1986 | 5,193,838 |
| 1987 | 5,222,840 |
| 1988 | 5,250,596 |
| 1989 | 5,275,942 |
| 1990 | 5,299,187 |
| 1991 | 5,303,294 |
| 1992 | 5,305,016 |
| 1993 | 5,325,305 |
| 1994 | 5,346,331 |
| 1995 | 5,361,999 |
| 1996 | 5,373,361 |
| 1997 | 5,383,291 |
| 1998 | 5,390,516 |
| 1999 | 5,396,020 |
| 2000 | 5,388,720 |
| 2001 | 5,378,867 |
| 2002 | 5,376,912 |
| 2003 | 5,373,374 |
| 2004 | 5,372,280 |
| 2005 | 5,372,807 |
| 2006 | 5,373,054 |
| 2007 | 5,374,622 |
| 2008 | 5,379,233 |
| 2009 | 5,386,406 |
| 2010 | 5,391,428 |
| 2011 | 5,398,384 |
| 2012 | 5,407,579 |
| 2013 | 5,413,393 |
| 2014 | 5,418,649 |
| 2015 | 5,423,801 |
| 2016 | 5,430,798 |
| 2017 | 5,439,232 |
| 2018 | 5,446,771 |
| 2019 | 5,454,147 |
| 2020 | 5,458,827 |
| 2021 | 5,447,247 |
| 2022 | 5,431,752 |
| 2023 | 5,426,740 |
| 2024 | 5,422,069 |
Demographics
| Population | 5,426,740 |
| Population Growth Rate | -0.09% |
| Urban Population | 53.2% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.49 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 78.1 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 5.2 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$24,615
GDP Per Capita
5.8%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
23.8
Gini Index (inequality)
181.4%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
7.4%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
3.70
Physicians per 1,000
5.2
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
89.1%
Internet Users
135
Mobile Subs per 100
112.9
People per km2
4,933
Net Migration
Environment
40.1%
Forest Area
Slovak Republic Climate
Slovak Republic has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F) and receives about 616 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.2°C
Avg Temp
616
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0° / 31° | 38 mm |
| February | 1° / 34° | 36 mm |
| March | 6° / 42° | 38 mm |
| April | 10° / 50° | 45 mm |
| May | 16° / 60° | 60 mm |
| June | 19° / 65° | 69 mm |
| July | 21° / 69° | 70 mm |
| August | 20° / 68° | 64 mm |
| September | 16° / 60° | 55 mm |
| October | 10° / 50° | 43 mm |
| November | 4° / 40° | 53 mm |
| December | 1° / 34° | 45 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 Slovak Republic
The most comfortable months to visit Slovak Republic are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 26°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Slovak Republic in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Slovak Republic has a population of 5,426,740, ranking #169 in the world. The annual population growth rate is -0.09%.
Life expectancy in Slovak Republic is 78.1 years. The infant mortality rate is 5.2 per 1,000 live births.
Slovak Republic's GDP per capita is $24,615. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
53.2% of Slovak Republic's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 112.9 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Slovak Republic is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Slovak Republic are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Slovak Republic has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C and about 616 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.
Slovak Republic is a country in Europe & Central Asia with a population of 5,426,740. The population is in decline, around -0.1% annually.
Economically, Slovak Republic is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $24,615. Life expectancy is high at 78.1 years, with a fertility rate of 1.5 births per woman, and 53.2% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.