Rank #207 by World Population
🇻🇪Venezuela, RB
Venezuela, RB has a population of 28,300,854, ranking #207 in the world. The capital is Caracas. Located in Latin America & Caribbean .
World Bank: Not classified
28,300,854
Population
#207
World Rank
72.5
Life Expectancy
$3,617
GDP Per Capita
Venezuela, RB, #207 by world population
Venezuela, RB Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Venezuela, RB had a population of 8,160,090 in 1960 and 28,405,543 in 2024, a 3.5× growth over 64 years. The peak was 30,765,720 in 2016. Average annual growth rate: 1.98%.
28,405,543
Population (2024)
8,160,090
Population (1960)
30,765,720
Peak (2016)
1.98%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 8,160,090 |
| 1961 | 8,455,915 |
| 1962 | 8,756,870 |
| 1963 | 9,064,021 |
| 1964 | 9,377,712 |
| 1965 | 9,697,790 |
| 1966 | 10,024,854 |
| 1967 | 10,358,513 |
| 1968 | 10,697,530 |
| 1969 | 11,040,280 |
| 1970 | 11,387,790 |
| 1971 | 11,741,008 |
| 1972 | 12,099,180 |
| 1973 | 12,463,537 |
| 1974 | 12,835,351 |
| 1975 | 13,215,892 |
| 1976 | 13,606,284 |
| 1977 | 14,006,812 |
| 1978 | 14,416,684 |
| 1979 | 14,834,552 |
| 1980 | 15,258,218 |
| 1981 | 15,687,297 |
| 1982 | 16,121,874 |
| 1983 | 16,562,205 |
| 1984 | 17,008,841 |
| 1985 | 17,461,434 |
| 1986 | 17,923,536 |
| 1987 | 18,394,963 |
| 1988 | 18,871,020 |
| 1989 | 19,348,921 |
| 1990 | 19,827,010 |
| 1991 | 20,304,896 |
| 1992 | 20,780,948 |
| 1993 | 21,254,520 |
| 1994 | 21,725,188 |
| 1995 | 22,193,821 |
| 1996 | 22,662,113 |
| 1997 | 23,131,685 |
| 1998 | 23,601,337 |
| 1999 | 24,066,593 |
| 2000 | 24,526,708 |
| 2001 | 24,979,922 |
| 2002 | 25,435,671 |
| 2003 | 25,892,703 |
| 2004 | 26,340,838 |
| 2005 | 26,785,804 |
| 2006 | 27,224,686 |
| 2007 | 27,649,363 |
| 2008 | 28,053,696 |
| 2009 | 28,438,298 |
| 2010 | 28,813,101 |
| 2011 | 29,185,212 |
| 2012 | 29,553,826 |
| 2013 | 29,912,198 |
| 2014 | 30,254,079 |
| 2015 | 30,573,972 |
| 2016 | 30,765,720 |
| 2017 | 30,565,323 |
| 2018 | 29,807,592 |
| 2019 | 28,938,098 |
| 2020 | 28,444,077 |
| 2021 | 28,237,826 |
| 2022 | 28,213,017 |
| 2023 | 28,300,854 |
| 2024 | 28,405,543 |
Demographics
| Population | 28,300,854 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.31% |
| Urban Population | 89.2% |
| Fertility Rate | 2.08 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 72.5 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 21.2 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$3,617
GDP Per Capita
5.4%
Unemployment Rate
Not classified
Income Level
28.1%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
3.8%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
21.2
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
75.8%
Internet Users
60
Mobile Subs per 100
32.1
People per km2
-112,899
Net Migration
Environment
52.2%
Forest Area
Venezuela, RB Climate
Venezuela, RB has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F) and receives about 1546 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is March and the coldest is July. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
26.9°C
Avg Temp
1546
Precip (mm/yr)
Mar
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 27° / 80° | 18 mm |
| February | 27° / 81° | 16 mm |
| March | 28° / 82° | 23 mm |
| April | 28° / 82° | 116 mm |
| May | 27° / 81° | 207 mm |
| June | 26° / 79° | 231 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 257 mm |
| August | 26° / 80° | 214 mm |
| September | 27° / 80° | 162 mm |
| October | 27° / 80° | 176 mm |
| November | 27° / 80° | 88 mm |
| December | 27° / 80° | 38 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 Venezuela, RB
The most comfortable months to visit Venezuela, RB are typically January, February and December, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is March (around 33°C high). The coldest is July (near 22°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Venezuela, RB has a population of 28,300,854, ranking #207 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 0.31%.
Life expectancy in Venezuela, RB is 72.5 years. The infant mortality rate is 21.2 per 1,000 live births.
Venezuela, RB's GDP per capita is $3,617. It is classified as a not classified country by the World Bank.
89.2% of Venezuela, RB's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 32.1 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Venezuela, RB is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Venezuela, RB are typically January, February and December, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Venezuela, RB has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C and about 1546 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically March 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 28,300,854 residents, Venezuela, RB is a country in Latin America & Caribbean . Population growth is modest, around 0.3% a year.
GDP per capita is about $3,617 (Not classified, by World Bank classification). Life expectancy is 72.5 years, with a fertility rate of 2.1 births per woman, and 89.2% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.