Rank #187 by World Population
🇹🇯Tajikistan
Tajikistan has a population of 10,389,799, ranking #187 in the world. The capital is Dushanbe. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: Lower middle income
10,389,799
Population
#187
World Rank
71.8
Life Expectancy
$1,178
GDP Per Capita
Tajikistan, #187 by world population
Tajikistan Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Tajikistan had a population of 2,112,131 in 1960 and 10,590,927 in 2024, a 5.0× growth over 64 years. The peak was 10,590,927 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.55%.
10,590,927
Population (2024)
2,112,131
Population (1960)
10,590,927
Peak (2024)
2.55%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 2,112,131 |
| 1961 | 2,181,805 |
| 1962 | 2,255,026 |
| 1963 | 2,331,736 |
| 1964 | 2,411,260 |
| 1965 | 2,492,998 |
| 1966 | 2,577,184 |
| 1967 | 2,664,130 |
| 1968 | 2,753,848 |
| 1969 | 2,845,273 |
| 1970 | 2,936,779 |
| 1971 | 3,028,837 |
| 1972 | 3,123,691 |
| 1973 | 3,222,290 |
| 1974 | 3,324,499 |
| 1975 | 3,430,425 |
| 1976 | 3,540,076 |
| 1977 | 3,653,265 |
| 1978 | 3,768,508 |
| 1979 | 3,882,691 |
| 1980 | 3,995,256 |
| 1981 | 4,109,022 |
| 1982 | 4,227,171 |
| 1983 | 4,350,874 |
| 1984 | 4,480,026 |
| 1985 | 4,619,003 |
| 1986 | 4,772,139 |
| 1987 | 4,939,059 |
| 1988 | 5,114,989 |
| 1989 | 5,267,249 |
| 1990 | 5,398,768 |
| 1991 | 5,541,205 |
| 1992 | 5,649,400 |
| 1993 | 5,724,993 |
| 1994 | 5,825,368 |
| 1995 | 5,948,584 |
| 1996 | 6,066,523 |
| 1997 | 6,139,829 |
| 1998 | 6,176,397 |
| 1999 | 6,208,370 |
| 2000 | 6,284,735 |
| 2001 | 6,407,377 |
| 2002 | 6,531,669 |
| 2003 | 6,658,575 |
| 2004 | 6,790,547 |
| 2005 | 6,924,720 |
| 2006 | 7,057,566 |
| 2007 | 7,194,477 |
| 2008 | 7,338,403 |
| 2009 | 7,490,230 |
| 2010 | 7,652,141 |
| 2011 | 7,824,785 |
| 2012 | 8,014,084 |
| 2013 | 8,216,724 |
| 2014 | 8,425,552 |
| 2015 | 8,643,840 |
| 2016 | 8,865,631 |
| 2017 | 9,085,946 |
| 2018 | 9,307,333 |
| 2019 | 9,529,966 |
| 2020 | 9,749,310 |
| 2021 | 9,966,908 |
| 2022 | 10,182,222 |
| 2023 | 10,389,799 |
| 2024 | 10,590,927 |
Demographics
| Population | 10,389,799 |
| Population Growth Rate | 2.02% |
| Urban Population | 26.2% |
| Fertility Rate | 3.07 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 71.8 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 24.0 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$1,178
GDP Per Capita
7.0%
Unemployment Rate
Lower middle income
Income Level
38.0
Gini Index (inequality)
65.6%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
7.4%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
1.87
Physicians per 1,000
5.4%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
24.0
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
48.9%
Internet Users
64
Mobile Subs per 100
74.9
People per km2
-19,999
Net Migration
Environment
3.1%
Forest Area
Tajikistan Climate
Tajikistan has an average annual temperature of 13.8°C (57°F) and receives about 584 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.8°C
Avg Temp
584
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1° / 34° | 66 mm |
| February | 3° / 37° | 74 mm |
| March | 8° / 46° | 118 mm |
| April | 14° / 57° | 108 mm |
| May | 18° / 65° | 66 mm |
| June | 24° / 75° | 10 mm |
| July | 26° / 80° | 5 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 1 mm |
| September | 20° / 68° | 4 mm |
| October | 14° / 57° | 31 mm |
| November | 9° / 48° | 41 mm |
| December | 4° / 39° | 60 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 Tajikistan
The most comfortable months to visit Tajikistan are typically September, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Tajikistan in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Tajikistan has a population of 10,389,799, ranking #187 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 2.02%.
Life expectancy in Tajikistan is 71.8 years. The infant mortality rate is 24.0 per 1,000 live births.
Tajikistan's GDP per capita is $1,178. It is classified as a lower middle income country by the World Bank.
26.2% of Tajikistan's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 74.9 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Tajikistan is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Tajikistan are typically September, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Tajikistan has an average annual temperature of 13.8°C and about 584 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.
With 10,389,799 residents, Tajikistan is a country in Europe & Central Asia. Its population is growing quickly, by about 2.0% a year.
GDP per capita is roughly $1,178, placing Tajikistan among lower-income economies. Life expectancy is 71.8 years, with a fertility rate of 3.1 births per woman, and 26.2% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.