Rank #191 by World Population
🇹🇬Togo
Togo has a population of 9,304,337, ranking #191 in the world. The capital is Lome. Located in Sub-Saharan Africa .
World Bank: Low income
9,304,337
Population
#191
World Rank
62.7
Life Expectancy
$1,055
GDP Per Capita
Togo, #191 by world population
Togo Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Togo had a population of 1,673,110 in 1960 and 9,515,236 in 2024, a 5.7× growth over 64 years. The peak was 9,515,236 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.76%.
9,515,236
Population (2024)
1,673,110
Population (1960)
9,515,236
Peak (2024)
2.76%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 1,673,110 |
| 1961 | 1,702,717 |
| 1962 | 1,732,959 |
| 1963 | 1,765,072 |
| 1964 | 1,803,440 |
| 1965 | 1,853,771 |
| 1966 | 1,918,513 |
| 1967 | 1,995,890 |
| 1968 | 2,080,226 |
| 1969 | 2,164,814 |
| 1970 | 2,244,773 |
| 1971 | 2,317,976 |
| 1972 | 2,384,994 |
| 1973 | 2,448,749 |
| 1974 | 2,511,760 |
| 1975 | 2,574,622 |
| 1976 | 2,637,796 |
| 1977 | 2,701,894 |
| 1978 | 2,768,148 |
| 1979 | 2,839,854 |
| 1980 | 2,920,894 |
| 1981 | 3,013,043 |
| 1982 | 3,115,042 |
| 1983 | 3,222,899 |
| 1984 | 3,332,837 |
| 1985 | 3,441,091 |
| 1986 | 3,547,952 |
| 1987 | 3,657,508 |
| 1988 | 3,769,742 |
| 1989 | 3,883,411 |
| 1990 | 3,998,761 |
| 1991 | 4,115,560 |
| 1992 | 4,233,617 |
| 1993 | 4,207,453 |
| 1994 | 4,222,940 |
| 1995 | 4,410,832 |
| 1996 | 4,577,860 |
| 1997 | 4,725,030 |
| 1998 | 4,860,913 |
| 1999 | 5,000,269 |
| 2000 | 5,140,037 |
| 2001 | 5,277,382 |
| 2002 | 5,413,274 |
| 2003 | 5,552,167 |
| 2004 | 5,696,508 |
| 2005 | 5,844,631 |
| 2006 | 6,010,668 |
| 2007 | 6,188,344 |
| 2008 | 6,368,812 |
| 2009 | 6,551,865 |
| 2010 | 6,732,590 |
| 2011 | 6,916,474 |
| 2012 | 7,100,736 |
| 2013 | 7,285,442 |
| 2014 | 7,472,450 |
| 2015 | 7,663,195 |
| 2016 | 7,858,289 |
| 2017 | 8,057,140 |
| 2018 | 8,258,778 |
| 2019 | 8,463,068 |
| 2020 | 8,669,720 |
| 2021 | 8,878,379 |
| 2022 | 9,089,738 |
| 2023 | 9,304,337 |
| 2024 | 9,515,236 |
Demographics
| Population | 9,304,337 |
| Population Growth Rate | 2.33% |
| Urban Population | 43.2% |
| Fertility Rate | 4.19 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 62.7 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 35.9 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$1,055
GDP Per Capita
1.9%
Unemployment Rate
Low income
Income Level
482,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
6.1%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
0.08
Physicians per 1,000
4.1%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
35.9
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
59.2%
Electricity Access
35.6%
Internet Users
70
Mobile Subs per 100
171.1
People per km2
-15,406
Net Migration
Environment
22.1%
Forest Area
Togo Climate
Togo has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F) and receives about 957 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is March and the coldest is August. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
27.5°C
Avg Temp
957
Precip (mm/yr)
Mar
Hottest Month
Aug
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 28° / 82° | 12 mm |
| February | 29° / 84° | 34 mm |
| March | 29° / 84° | 77 mm |
| April | 29° / 84° | 112 mm |
| May | 28° / 83° | 162 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 191 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 80 mm |
| August | 26° / 78° | 36 mm |
| September | 26° / 80° | 85 mm |
| October | 27° / 81° | 106 mm |
| November | 28° / 82° | 46 mm |
| December | 28° / 82° | 16 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 Togo
The most comfortable months to visit Togo are typically August, January and December, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is March (around 33°C high). The coldest is August (near 23°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Togo in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Togo has a population of 9,304,337, ranking #191 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 2.33%.
Life expectancy in Togo is 62.7 years. The infant mortality rate is 35.9 per 1,000 live births.
Togo's GDP per capita is $1,055. It is classified as a low income country by the World Bank.
43.2% of Togo's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 171.1 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Togo is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Togo are typically August, January and December, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Togo has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C and about 957 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically March and the coldest is August.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
Togo is a country in Sub-Saharan Africa with a population of 9,304,337. The population is expanding fast — roughly 2.3% annually.
GDP per capita is roughly $1,055, placing Togo among lower-income economies. Life expectancy is 62.7 years, below the global average, with a fertility rate of 4.2 births per woman, and 43.2% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.