Rank #175 by World Population
🇪🇸Spain
Spain has a population of 48,352,528, ranking #175 in the world. The capital is Madrid. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: High income
48,352,528
Population
#175
World Rank
83.9
Life Expectancy
$33,493
GDP Per Capita
Spain, #175 by world population
Spain Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Spain had a population of 30,455,000 in 1960 and 48,848,840 in 2024, a 60.4% growth over 64 years. The peak was 48,848,840 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.74%.
48,848,840
Population (2024)
30,455,000
Population (1960)
48,848,840
Peak (2024)
0.74%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 30,455,000 |
| 1961 | 30,739,250 |
| 1962 | 31,023,366 |
| 1963 | 31,296,651 |
| 1964 | 31,609,195 |
| 1965 | 31,954,292 |
| 1966 | 32,283,194 |
| 1967 | 32,682,947 |
| 1968 | 33,113,134 |
| 1969 | 33,441,054 |
| 1970 | 33,814,531 |
| 1971 | 34,224,490 |
| 1972 | 34,604,469 |
| 1973 | 34,988,947 |
| 1974 | 35,373,335 |
| 1975 | 35,757,900 |
| 1976 | 36,137,812 |
| 1977 | 36,511,638 |
| 1978 | 36,864,898 |
| 1979 | 37,191,330 |
| 1980 | 37,491,165 |
| 1981 | 37,758,631 |
| 1982 | 37,986,012 |
| 1983 | 38,171,525 |
| 1984 | 38,330,364 |
| 1985 | 38,469,512 |
| 1986 | 38,584,624 |
| 1987 | 38,684,815 |
| 1988 | 38,766,939 |
| 1989 | 38,827,764 |
| 1990 | 38,867,322 |
| 1991 | 38,966,376 |
| 1992 | 39,157,685 |
| 1993 | 39,361,262 |
| 1994 | 39,549,108 |
| 1995 | 39,724,050 |
| 1996 | 39,889,852 |
| 1997 | 40,057,389 |
| 1998 | 40,223,509 |
| 1999 | 40,386,875 |
| 2000 | 40,567,864 |
| 2001 | 40,850,412 |
| 2002 | 41,431,558 |
| 2003 | 42,187,645 |
| 2004 | 42,921,895 |
| 2005 | 43,653,155 |
| 2006 | 44,397,319 |
| 2007 | 45,226,803 |
| 2008 | 45,954,106 |
| 2009 | 46,362,946 |
| 2010 | 46,576,897 |
| 2011 | 46,742,697 |
| 2012 | 46,773,055 |
| 2013 | 46,604,197 |
| 2014 | 46,460,733 |
| 2015 | 46,422,303 |
| 2016 | 46,458,139 |
| 2017 | 46,571,232 |
| 2018 | 46,782,011 |
| 2019 | 47,118,501 |
| 2020 | 47,359,424 |
| 2021 | 47,443,821 |
| 2022 | 47,786,102 |
| 2023 | 48,352,528 |
| 2024 | 48,848,840 |
Demographics
| Population | 48,352,528 |
| Population Growth Rate | 1.18% |
| Urban Population | 80.1% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.12 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 83.9 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 2.6 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 99.7% |
Economy & Trade
$33,493
GDP Per Capita
12.2%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
33.4
Gini Index (inequality)
71.8%
Trade (% of GDP)
36,410,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
9.2%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
4.29
Physicians per 1,000
99.7%
Literacy Rate
2.6
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
94.5%
Internet Users
119
Mobile Subs per 100
96.8
People per km2
119,099
Net Migration
Environment
37.2%
Forest Area
Spain Climate
Spain has an average annual temperature of 14.2°C (58°F) and receives about 416 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
14.2°C
Avg Temp
416
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6° / 42° | 39 mm |
| February | 7° / 45° | 33 mm |
| March | 10° / 50° | 24 mm |
| April | 12° / 53° | 43 mm |
| May | 16° / 60° | 49 mm |
| June | 21° / 69° | 25 mm |
| July | 25° / 76° | 14 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 11 mm |
| September | 20° / 68° | 27 mm |
| October | 14° / 58° | 46 mm |
| November | 9° / 49° | 53 mm |
| December | 7° / 44° | 52 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 Spain
The most comfortable months to visit Spain are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near 2°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Spain has a population of 48,352,528, ranking #175 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 1.18%.
Life expectancy in Spain is 83.9 years. The infant mortality rate is 2.6 per 1,000 live births.
Spain's GDP per capita is $33,493. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
80.1% of Spain's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 96.8 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Spain is 99.7%.
The most comfortable months to visit Spain are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Spain has an average annual temperature of 14.2°C and about 416 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.
Spain is a country in Europe & Central Asia with a population of 48,352,528. The population is growing slowly, about 1.2% annually.
Spain is a high-income economy, with GDP per capita of about $33,493. Life expectancy is high at 83.9 years, with a fertility rate of 1.1 births per woman, and 80.1% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.