Rank #170 by World Population
🇸🇮Slovenia
Slovenia has a population of 2,120,461, ranking #170 in the world. The capital is Ljubljana. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: High income
2,120,461
Population
#170
World Rank
81.9
Life Expectancy
$32,660
GDP Per Capita
Slovenia, #170 by world population
Slovenia Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Slovenia had a population of 1,584,720 in 1960 and 2,127,400 in 2024, a 34.2% growth over 64 years. The peak was 2,127,400 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.46%.
2,127,400
Population (2024)
1,584,720
Population (1960)
2,127,400
Peak (2024)
0.46%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 1,584,720 |
| 1961 | 1,594,131 |
| 1962 | 1,603,649 |
| 1963 | 1,616,971 |
| 1964 | 1,632,114 |
| 1965 | 1,649,160 |
| 1966 | 1,669,905 |
| 1967 | 1,689,528 |
| 1968 | 1,704,546 |
| 1969 | 1,713,874 |
| 1970 | 1,724,891 |
| 1971 | 1,738,335 |
| 1972 | 1,752,233 |
| 1973 | 1,766,697 |
| 1974 | 1,776,132 |
| 1975 | 1,793,581 |
| 1976 | 1,820,249 |
| 1977 | 1,842,377 |
| 1978 | 1,862,548 |
| 1979 | 1,882,599 |
| 1980 | 1,901,315 |
| 1981 | 1,906,531 |
| 1982 | 1,910,334 |
| 1983 | 1,922,321 |
| 1984 | 1,932,154 |
| 1985 | 1,941,641 |
| 1986 | 1,965,964 |
| 1987 | 1,989,776 |
| 1988 | 1,995,196 |
| 1989 | 1,996,351 |
| 1990 | 1,998,161 |
| 1991 | 1,999,429 |
| 1992 | 1,996,498 |
| 1993 | 1,991,746 |
| 1994 | 1,989,443 |
| 1995 | 1,989,872 |
| 1996 | 1,988,628 |
| 1997 | 1,985,956 |
| 1998 | 1,981,629 |
| 1999 | 1,983,045 |
| 2000 | 1,988,925 |
| 2001 | 1,992,060 |
| 2002 | 1,994,530 |
| 2003 | 1,995,733 |
| 2004 | 1,997,012 |
| 2005 | 2,000,474 |
| 2006 | 2,006,868 |
| 2007 | 2,018,122 |
| 2008 | 2,021,316 |
| 2009 | 2,039,669 |
| 2010 | 2,048,583 |
| 2011 | 2,052,843 |
| 2012 | 2,057,159 |
| 2013 | 2,059,953 |
| 2014 | 2,061,980 |
| 2015 | 2,063,531 |
| 2016 | 2,065,042 |
| 2017 | 2,066,388 |
| 2018 | 2,073,894 |
| 2019 | 2,088,385 |
| 2020 | 2,102,419 |
| 2021 | 2,108,079 |
| 2022 | 2,112,076 |
| 2023 | 2,120,461 |
| 2024 | 2,127,400 |
Demographics
| Population | 2,120,461 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.40% |
| Urban Population | 55.5% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.51 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 81.9 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 1.9 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$32,660
GDP Per Capita
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
24.7
Gini Index (inequality)
160.2%
Trade (% of GDP)
1,216,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
9.3%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
3.37
Physicians per 1,000
1.9
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
88.9%
Internet Users
123
Mobile Subs per 100
105.3
People per km2
5,339
Net Migration
Environment
61.2%
Forest Area
Slovenia Climate
Slovenia has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C (49°F) and receives about 1398 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.5°C
Avg Temp
1398
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 31° | 73 mm |
| February | 1° / 34° | 71 mm |
| March | 5° / 41° | 92 mm |
| April | 9° / 49° | 111 mm |
| May | 14° / 57° | 115 mm |
| June | 17° / 63° | 154 mm |
| July | 19° / 67° | 117 mm |
| August | 19° / 66° | 128 mm |
| September | 15° / 59° | 133 mm |
| October | 10° / 50° | 156 mm |
| November | 4° / 40° | 142 mm |
| December | 0° / 32° | 106 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 Slovenia
The most comfortable months to visit Slovenia 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 -4°C low). October is usually the wettest month.
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Slovenia in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Slovenia has a population of 2,120,461, ranking #170 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 0.40%.
Life expectancy in Slovenia is 81.9 years. The infant mortality rate is 1.9 per 1,000 live births.
Slovenia's GDP per capita is $32,660. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
55.5% of Slovenia's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 105.3 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Slovenia is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Slovenia are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Slovenia has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C and about 1398 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.
Slovenia is a country in Europe & Central Asia with a population of 2,120,461. The population is growing slowly, about 0.4% annually.
Economically, Slovenia is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $32,660. Life expectancy is high at 81.9 years, with a fertility rate of 1.5 births per woman, and 55.5% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.