Rank #203 by World Population
🇺🇸United States
United States has a population of 336,806,231, ranking #203 in the world. The capital is Washington D.C.. Located in North America.
World Bank: High income
336,806,231
Population
#203
World Rank
78.4
Life Expectancy
$81,032
GDP Per Capita
United States, #203 by world population
United States Population History (1960-2024)
The country of United States had a population of 180,671,000 in 1960 and 340,110,988 in 2024, a 88.2% growth over 64 years. The peak was 340,110,988 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.99%.
340,110,988
Population (2024)
180,671,000
Population (1960)
340,110,988
Peak (2024)
0.99%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 180,671,000 |
| 1961 | 183,691,000 |
| 1962 | 186,538,000 |
| 1963 | 189,242,000 |
| 1964 | 191,889,000 |
| 1965 | 194,303,000 |
| 1966 | 196,560,000 |
| 1967 | 198,712,000 |
| 1968 | 200,706,000 |
| 1969 | 202,677,000 |
| 1970 | 205,052,000 |
| 1971 | 207,661,000 |
| 1972 | 209,896,000 |
| 1973 | 211,909,000 |
| 1974 | 213,854,000 |
| 1975 | 215,973,000 |
| 1976 | 218,035,000 |
| 1977 | 220,239,000 |
| 1978 | 222,585,000 |
| 1979 | 225,055,000 |
| 1980 | 227,225,000 |
| 1981 | 229,466,000 |
| 1982 | 231,664,000 |
| 1983 | 233,792,000 |
| 1984 | 235,825,000 |
| 1985 | 237,924,000 |
| 1986 | 240,133,000 |
| 1987 | 242,289,000 |
| 1988 | 244,499,000 |
| 1989 | 246,819,000 |
| 1990 | 249,623,000 |
| 1991 | 252,981,000 |
| 1992 | 256,514,000 |
| 1993 | 259,919,000 |
| 1994 | 263,126,000 |
| 1995 | 266,278,000 |
| 1996 | 269,394,000 |
| 1997 | 272,657,000 |
| 1998 | 275,854,000 |
| 1999 | 279,040,000 |
| 2000 | 282,162,411 |
| 2001 | 284,968,955 |
| 2002 | 287,625,193 |
| 2003 | 290,107,933 |
| 2004 | 292,805,298 |
| 2005 | 295,516,599 |
| 2006 | 298,379,912 |
| 2007 | 301,231,207 |
| 2008 | 304,093,966 |
| 2009 | 306,771,529 |
| 2010 | 309,378,227 |
| 2011 | 311,839,461 |
| 2012 | 314,339,099 |
| 2013 | 316,726,282 |
| 2014 | 319,257,560 |
| 2015 | 321,815,121 |
| 2016 | 324,353,340 |
| 2017 | 326,608,609 |
| 2018 | 328,529,577 |
| 2019 | 330,226,227 |
| 2020 | 331,577,720 |
| 2021 | 332,099,760 |
| 2022 | 334,017,321 |
| 2023 | 336,806,231 |
| 2024 | 340,110,988 |
Demographics
| Population | 336,806,231 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.83% |
| Urban Population | 80.1% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.62 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 78.4 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 5.5 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$81,032
GDP Per Capita
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
41.8
Gini Index (inequality)
25.3%
Trade (% of GDP)
45,037,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
16.7%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
3.68
Physicians per 1,000
5.5
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
92.7%
Internet Users
106
Mobile Subs per 100
36.8
People per km2
1,322,668
Net Migration
Environment
33.9%
Forest Area
United States Climate
United States has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F) and receives about 1041 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.9°C
Avg Temp
1041
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1° / 34° | 79 mm |
| February | 3° / 38° | 69 mm |
| March | 8° / 46° | 91 mm |
| April | 13° / 56° | 78 mm |
| May | 19° / 65° | 103 mm |
| June | 23° / 74° | 87 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 100 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 95 mm |
| September | 21° / 70° | 94 mm |
| October | 15° / 58° | 82 mm |
| November | 9° / 48° | 83 mm |
| December | 4° / 39° | 80 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 States
The most comfortable months to visit United States are typically September, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -4°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
United States has a population of 336,806,231, ranking #203 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 0.83%.
Life expectancy in United States is 78.4 years. The infant mortality rate is 5.5 per 1,000 live births.
United States's GDP per capita is $81,032. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
80.1% of United States's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 36.8 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for United States is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit United States are typically September, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
United States has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C and about 1041 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 336,806,231 residents, United States is a country in North America. Population growth is modest, around 0.8% a year.
United States is a high-income economy, with GDP per capita of about $81,032. Life expectancy is high at 78.4 years, with a fertility rate of 1.6 births per woman, and 80.1% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.