Rank #199 by World Population
🇺🇬Uganda
Uganda has a population of 48,656,601, ranking #199 in the world. The capital is Kampala. Located in Sub-Saharan Africa .
World Bank: Low income
48,656,601
Population
#199
World Rank
68.3
Life Expectancy
$1,002
GDP Per Capita
Uganda, #199 by world population
Uganda Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Uganda had a population of 7,640,973 in 1960 and 50,015,092 in 2024, a 6.5× growth over 64 years. The peak was 50,015,092 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.98%.
50,015,092
Population (2024)
7,640,973
Population (1960)
50,015,092
Peak (2024)
2.98%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 7,640,973 |
| 1961 | 7,862,217 |
| 1962 | 8,092,231 |
| 1963 | 8,333,663 |
| 1964 | 8,586,363 |
| 1965 | 8,849,203 |
| 1966 | 9,122,864 |
| 1967 | 9,408,924 |
| 1968 | 9,708,632 |
| 1969 | 10,014,858 |
| 1970 | 10,321,603 |
| 1971 | 10,618,206 |
| 1972 | 10,885,796 |
| 1973 | 11,144,236 |
| 1974 | 11,424,846 |
| 1975 | 11,725,240 |
| 1976 | 12,037,294 |
| 1977 | 12,359,669 |
| 1978 | 12,692,113 |
| 1979 | 13,002,163 |
| 1980 | 13,275,741 |
| 1981 | 13,556,452 |
| 1982 | 13,873,631 |
| 1983 | 14,221,881 |
| 1984 | 14,607,677 |
| 1985 | 15,023,681 |
| 1986 | 15,467,579 |
| 1987 | 15,954,170 |
| 1988 | 16,470,483 |
| 1989 | 17,010,698 |
| 1990 | 17,569,897 |
| 1991 | 18,155,901 |
| 1992 | 18,785,032 |
| 1993 | 19,445,161 |
| 1994 | 20,108,801 |
| 1995 | 20,665,667 |
| 1996 | 21,231,550 |
| 1997 | 21,856,046 |
| 1998 | 22,515,806 |
| 1999 | 23,257,281 |
| 2000 | 24,000,150 |
| 2001 | 24,745,676 |
| 2002 | 25,532,870 |
| 2003 | 26,352,124 |
| 2004 | 27,154,515 |
| 2005 | 27,963,289 |
| 2006 | 28,794,003 |
| 2007 | 29,653,430 |
| 2008 | 30,539,553 |
| 2009 | 31,451,151 |
| 2010 | 32,390,802 |
| 2011 | 33,354,543 |
| 2012 | 34,337,438 |
| 2013 | 35,337,042 |
| 2014 | 36,395,539 |
| 2015 | 37,531,446 |
| 2016 | 38,799,152 |
| 2017 | 40,177,388 |
| 2018 | 41,565,831 |
| 2019 | 42,999,637 |
| 2020 | 44,457,152 |
| 2021 | 45,910,930 |
| 2022 | 47,312,719 |
| 2023 | 48,656,601 |
| 2024 | 50,015,092 |
Demographics
| Population | 48,656,601 |
| Population Growth Rate | 2.80% |
| Urban Population | 30.6% |
| Fertility Rate | 4.28 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 68.3 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 36.2 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 80.5% |
Economy & Trade
$1,002
GDP Per Capita
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Low income
Income Level
42.7
Gini Index (inequality)
33.3%
Trade (% of GDP)
473,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
4.2%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
0.19
Physicians per 1,000
80.5%
Literacy Rate
36.2
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
51.5%
Electricity Access
9.6%
Internet Users
66
Mobile Subs per 100
242.7
People per km2
-126,181
Net Migration
Environment
11.0%
Forest Area
Uganda Climate
Uganda has an average annual temperature of 21.6°C (71°F) and receives about 1314 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is February and the coldest is July. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
21.6°C
Avg Temp
1314
Precip (mm/yr)
Feb
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 22° / 72° | 72 mm |
| February | 23° / 73° | 69 mm |
| March | 22° / 72° | 134 mm |
| April | 22° / 71° | 184 mm |
| May | 21° / 71° | 157 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 78 mm |
| July | 21° / 69° | 64 mm |
| August | 21° / 69° | 83 mm |
| September | 21° / 70° | 105 mm |
| October | 22° / 71° | 129 mm |
| November | 22° / 71° | 146 mm |
| December | 22° / 71° | 93 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 Uganda
The most comfortable months to visit Uganda are typically July, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is February (around 28°C high). The coldest is July (near 15°C low). April is usually the wettest month.
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Uganda in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Uganda has a population of 48,656,601, ranking #199 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 2.80%.
Life expectancy in Uganda is 68.3 years. The infant mortality rate is 36.2 per 1,000 live births.
Uganda's GDP per capita is $1,002. It is classified as a low income country by the World Bank.
30.6% of Uganda's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 242.7 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Uganda is 80.5%.
The most comfortable months to visit Uganda are typically July, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Uganda has an average annual temperature of 21.6°C and about 1314 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically February and the coldest is July.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
With 48,656,601 residents, Uganda is a country in Sub-Saharan Africa . Its population is growing quickly, by about 2.8% a year.
Uganda is a lower-income economy, with GDP per capita of about $1,002. Life expectancy is 68.3 years, below the global average, with a fertility rate of 4.3 births per woman, and 30.6% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.