Rank #185 by World Population
🇸🇾Syrian Arab Republic
Syrian Arab Republic has a population of 23,594,623, ranking #185 in the world. The capital is Damascus. Located in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan.
World Bank: Low income
23,594,623
Population
#185
World Rank
72.1
Life Expectancy
-
GDP Per Capita
Syrian Arab Republic, #185 by world population
Syrian Arab Republic Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Syrian Arab Republic had a population of 4,673,500 in 1960 and 24,672,760 in 2024, a 5.3× growth over 64 years. The peak was 24,672,760 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.65%.
24,672,760
Population (2024)
4,673,500
Population (1960)
24,672,760
Peak (2024)
2.65%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 4,673,500 |
| 1961 | 4,815,466 |
| 1962 | 4,959,340 |
| 1963 | 5,110,467 |
| 1964 | 5,269,087 |
| 1965 | 5,435,267 |
| 1966 | 5,609,047 |
| 1967 | 5,790,198 |
| 1968 | 5,978,742 |
| 1969 | 6,175,166 |
| 1970 | 6,380,609 |
| 1971 | 6,598,094 |
| 1972 | 6,826,024 |
| 1973 | 7,060,321 |
| 1974 | 7,302,160 |
| 1975 | 7,554,364 |
| 1976 | 7,817,320 |
| 1977 | 8,090,501 |
| 1978 | 8,372,759 |
| 1979 | 8,661,909 |
| 1980 | 8,957,663 |
| 1981 | 9,260,189 |
| 1982 | 9,572,511 |
| 1983 | 9,904,809 |
| 1984 | 10,258,398 |
| 1985 | 10,625,672 |
| 1986 | 11,002,844 |
| 1987 | 11,388,923 |
| 1988 | 11,782,264 |
| 1989 | 12,179,060 |
| 1990 | 12,579,208 |
| 1991 | 12,980,821 |
| 1992 | 13,385,571 |
| 1993 | 13,795,686 |
| 1994 | 14,208,583 |
| 1995 | 14,616,801 |
| 1996 | 15,018,104 |
| 1997 | 15,417,542 |
| 1998 | 15,820,413 |
| 1999 | 16,228,061 |
| 2000 | 16,637,888 |
| 2001 | 17,051,338 |
| 2002 | 17,468,332 |
| 2003 | 17,889,296 |
| 2004 | 18,336,875 |
| 2005 | 18,814,091 |
| 2006 | 19,637,022 |
| 2007 | 20,884,125 |
| 2008 | 21,636,564 |
| 2009 | 21,976,969 |
| 2010 | 22,482,421 |
| 2011 | 22,878,098 |
| 2012 | 22,759,763 |
| 2013 | 21,666,917 |
| 2014 | 20,273,659 |
| 2015 | 19,424,618 |
| 2016 | 19,193,834 |
| 2017 | 19,224,668 |
| 2018 | 19,577,845 |
| 2019 | 20,353,534 |
| 2020 | 21,049,429 |
| 2021 | 21,628,839 |
| 2022 | 22,462,173 |
| 2023 | 23,594,623 |
| 2024 | 24,672,760 |
Demographics
| Population | 23,594,623 |
| Population Growth Rate | 4.92% |
| Urban Population | 72.2% |
| Fertility Rate | 2.71 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 72.1 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 18.6 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 94.4% |
Economy & Trade
-
GDP Per Capita
13.3%
Unemployment Rate
Low income
Income Level
26.4
Gini Index (inequality)
Health & Education
2.7%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
94.4%
Literacy Rate
18.6
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
88.4%
Electricity Access
79
Mobile Subs per 100
128.5
People per km2
757,309
Net Migration
Environment
2.8%
Forest Area
Syrian Arab Republic Climate
Syrian Arab Republic has an average annual temperature of 16.2°C (61°F) and receives about 315 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.2°C
Avg Temp
315
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6° / 43° | 73 mm |
| February | 7° / 45° | 55 mm |
| March | 11° / 51° | 46 mm |
| April | 15° / 59° | 19 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 9 mm |
| June | 24° / 75° | 0 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 0 mm |
| August | 25° / 78° | 0 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 1 mm |
| October | 18° / 65° | 14 mm |
| November | 12° / 54° | 37 mm |
| December | 8° / 46° | 61 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 Syrian Arab Republic
The most comfortable months to visit Syrian Arab Republic are typically May, September and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 1°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Syrian Arab Republic has a population of 23,594,623, ranking #185 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 4.92%.
Life expectancy in Syrian Arab Republic is 72.1 years. The infant mortality rate is 18.6 per 1,000 live births.
GDP data for Syrian Arab Republic is available from the World Bank Open Data portal.
72.2% of Syrian Arab Republic's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 128.5 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Syrian Arab Republic is 94.4%.
The most comfortable months to visit Syrian Arab Republic are typically May, September and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Syrian Arab Republic has an average annual temperature of 16.2°C and about 315 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.
Syrian Arab Republic is a country in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan with a population of 23,594,623. Its population is growing quickly, by about 4.9% a year.
Life expectancy is 72.1 years, with a fertility rate of 2.7 births per woman, and 72.2% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.