Rank #189 by World Population
🇹🇭Thailand
Thailand has a population of 71,702,435, ranking #189 in the world. The capital is Bangkok. Located in East Asia & Pacific.
World Bank: Upper middle income
71,702,435
Population
#189
World Rank
76.4
Life Expectancy
$7,195
GDP Per Capita
Thailand, #189 by world population
Thailand Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Thailand had a population of 26,851,747 in 1960 and 71,668,011 in 2024, a 2.7× growth over 64 years. The peak was 71,735,329 in 2022. Average annual growth rate: 1.55%.
71,668,011
Population (2024)
26,851,747
Population (1960)
71,735,329
Peak (2022)
1.55%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 26,851,747 |
| 1961 | 27,650,334 |
| 1962 | 28,481,040 |
| 1963 | 29,342,322 |
| 1964 | 30,232,141 |
| 1965 | 31,149,337 |
| 1966 | 32,086,071 |
| 1967 | 33,037,801 |
| 1968 | 34,002,560 |
| 1969 | 34,973,782 |
| 1970 | 35,954,408 |
| 1971 | 36,937,387 |
| 1972 | 37,933,929 |
| 1973 | 38,947,787 |
| 1974 | 39,952,891 |
| 1975 | 40,940,005 |
| 1976 | 41,896,504 |
| 1977 | 42,843,974 |
| 1978 | 43,788,976 |
| 1979 | 44,718,434 |
| 1980 | 45,650,022 |
| 1981 | 46,575,855 |
| 1982 | 47,494,577 |
| 1983 | 48,423,309 |
| 1984 | 49,351,708 |
| 1985 | 50,270,753 |
| 1986 | 51,177,834 |
| 1987 | 52,074,105 |
| 1988 | 52,969,595 |
| 1989 | 53,848,956 |
| 1990 | 54,738,329 |
| 1991 | 55,637,434 |
| 1992 | 56,528,834 |
| 1993 | 57,408,198 |
| 1994 | 58,260,854 |
| 1995 | 59,098,232 |
| 1996 | 59,920,064 |
| 1997 | 60,724,584 |
| 1998 | 61,522,630 |
| 1999 | 62,299,043 |
| 2000 | 63,007,815 |
| 2001 | 63,651,141 |
| 2002 | 64,266,437 |
| 2003 | 64,868,166 |
| 2004 | 65,452,047 |
| 2005 | 66,017,420 |
| 2006 | 66,567,687 |
| 2007 | 67,102,394 |
| 2008 | 67,619,830 |
| 2009 | 68,121,080 |
| 2010 | 68,579,447 |
| 2011 | 69,007,208 |
| 2012 | 69,436,098 |
| 2013 | 69,845,114 |
| 2014 | 70,216,367 |
| 2015 | 70,540,795 |
| 2016 | 70,859,841 |
| 2017 | 71,160,187 |
| 2018 | 71,376,079 |
| 2019 | 71,522,271 |
| 2020 | 71,641,484 |
| 2021 | 71,727,332 |
| 2022 | 71,735,329 |
| 2023 | 71,702,435 |
| 2024 | 71,668,011 |
Demographics
| Population | 71,702,435 |
| Population Growth Rate | -0.05% |
| Urban Population | 60.9% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.21 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 76.4 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 7.9 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$7,195
GDP Per Capita
0.7%
Unemployment Rate
Upper middle income
Income Level
33.5
Gini Index (inequality)
128.8%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
4.5%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
2.5%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
7.9
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
88.0%
Internet Users
168
Mobile Subs per 100
140.3
People per km2
19,648
Net Migration
Environment
38.7%
Forest Area
Thailand Climate
Thailand has an average annual temperature of 28.5°C (83°F) and receives about 1402 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is April and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
28.5°C
Avg Temp
1402
Precip (mm/yr)
Apr
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 27° / 80° | 10 mm |
| February | 28° / 82° | 17 mm |
| March | 29° / 85° | 32 mm |
| April | 30° / 87° | 65 mm |
| May | 30° / 86° | 185 mm |
| June | 30° / 85° | 139 mm |
| July | 29° / 84° | 154 mm |
| August | 29° / 84° | 194 mm |
| September | 28° / 83° | 308 mm |
| October | 28° / 83° | 243 mm |
| November | 28° / 82° | 48 mm |
| December | 26° / 79° | 7 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 Thailand
The most comfortable months to visit Thailand are typically December, January and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is April (around 35°C high). The coldest is December (near 21°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Thailand has a population of 71,702,435, ranking #189 in the world. The annual population growth rate is -0.05%.
Life expectancy in Thailand is 76.4 years. The infant mortality rate is 7.9 per 1,000 live births.
Thailand's GDP per capita is $7,195. It is classified as a upper middle income country by the World Bank.
60.9% of Thailand's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 140.3 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Thailand is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Thailand are typically December, January and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Thailand has an average annual temperature of 28.5°C and about 1402 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically April and the coldest is December.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
With 71,702,435 residents, Thailand is a country in East Asia & Pacific. The population is in decline, around -0.0% annually.
GDP per capita is about $7,195 (Upper middle income, by World Bank classification). Life expectancy is high at 76.4 years, with a fertility rate of 1.2 births per woman, and 60.9% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.