Rank #201 by World Population
🇦🇪United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates has a population of 10,483,751, ranking #201 in the world. The capital is Abu Dhabi. Located in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan.
World Bank: High income
10,483,751
Population
#201
World Rank
82.9
Life Expectancy
$49,851
GDP Per Capita
United Arab Emirates, #201 by world population
United Arab Emirates Population History (1960-2024)
The country of United Arab Emirates had a population of 131,334 in 1960 and 10,986,400 in 2024, a 84× growth over 64 years. The peak was 10,986,400 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 7.24%.
10,986,400
Population (2024)
131,334
Population (1960)
10,986,400
Peak (2024)
7.24%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 131,334 |
| 1961 | 137,989 |
| 1962 | 144,946 |
| 1963 | 152,211 |
| 1964 | 159,692 |
| 1965 | 167,103 |
| 1966 | 173,976 |
| 1967 | 179,700 |
| 1968 | 199,416 |
| 1969 | 239,660 |
| 1970 | 286,536 |
| 1971 | 335,027 |
| 1972 | 385,014 |
| 1973 | 436,399 |
| 1974 | 489,087 |
| 1975 | 542,856 |
| 1976 | 615,866 |
| 1977 | 710,209 |
| 1978 | 809,274 |
| 1979 | 912,010 |
| 1980 | 1,015,700 |
| 1981 | 1,099,855 |
| 1982 | 1,166,370 |
| 1983 | 1,235,305 |
| 1984 | 1,305,996 |
| 1985 | 1,377,911 |
| 1986 | 1,467,383 |
| 1987 | 1,574,244 |
| 1988 | 1,681,788 |
| 1989 | 1,789,851 |
| 1990 | 1,898,220 |
| 1991 | 2,006,626 |
| 1992 | 2,114,730 |
| 1993 | 2,222,093 |
| 1994 | 2,328,188 |
| 1995 | 2,434,662 |
| 1996 | 2,597,564 |
| 1997 | 2,817,410 |
| 1998 | 3,040,421 |
| 1999 | 3,266,009 |
| 2000 | 3,493,575 |
| 2001 | 3,723,590 |
| 2002 | 3,956,826 |
| 2003 | 4,192,457 |
| 2004 | 4,428,967 |
| 2005 | 4,664,790 |
| 2006 | 5,009,100 |
| 2007 | 5,624,635 |
| 2008 | 6,302,664 |
| 2009 | 6,707,058 |
| 2010 | 6,869,838 |
| 2011 | 7,104,538 |
| 2012 | 7,391,448 |
| 2013 | 7,693,031 |
| 2014 | 8,059,440 |
| 2015 | 8,505,237 |
| 2016 | 8,935,095 |
| 2017 | 9,223,225 |
| 2018 | 9,346,701 |
| 2019 | 9,445,785 |
| 2020 | 9,401,038 |
| 2021 | 9,575,152 |
| 2022 | 10,074,977 |
| 2023 | 10,483,751 |
| 2024 | 10,986,400 |
Demographics
| Population | 10,483,751 |
| Population Growth Rate | 3.98% |
| Urban Population | 85.7% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.20 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 82.9 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 4.0 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 98.1% |
Economy & Trade
$49,851
GDP Per Capita
2.2%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
199.0%
Trade (% of GDP)
8,084,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
5.0%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
2.99
Physicians per 1,000
98.1%
Literacy Rate
4.0
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
100.0%
Internet Users
186
Mobile Subs per 100
147.6
People per km2
300,004
Net Migration
Environment
4.5%
Forest Area
United Arab Emirates Climate
United Arab Emirates has an average annual temperature of 27.4°C (81°F) and receives about 62 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
27.4°C
Avg Temp
62
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 19° / 66° | 8 mm |
| February | 20° / 68° | 22 mm |
| March | 23° / 73° | 16 mm |
| April | 27° / 80° | 6 mm |
| May | 31° / 88° | 1 mm |
| June | 33° / 91° | 0 mm |
| July | 35° / 94° | 0 mm |
| August | 35° / 95° | 2 mm |
| September | 33° / 91° | 0 mm |
| October | 29° / 85° | 0 mm |
| November | 25° / 77° | 1 mm |
| December | 21° / 70° | 6 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 United Arab Emirates
The most comfortable months to visit United Arab Emirates are typically December, February and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 40°C high). The coldest is January (near 14°C low). February is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
United Arab Emirates has a population of 10,483,751, ranking #201 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 3.98%.
Life expectancy in United Arab Emirates is 82.9 years. The infant mortality rate is 4.0 per 1,000 live births.
United Arab Emirates's GDP per capita is $49,851. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
85.7% of United Arab Emirates's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 147.6 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in United Arab Emirates is 98.1%.
The most comfortable months to visit United Arab Emirates are typically December, February and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
United Arab Emirates has an average annual temperature of 27.4°C and about 62 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically August 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.
United Arab Emirates is a country in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan with a population of 10,483,751. Its population is growing quickly, by about 4.0% a year.
Economically, United Arab Emirates is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $49,851. Life expectancy is high at 82.9 years, with a fertility rate of 1.2 births per woman, and 85.7% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.