Rank #208 by World Population
🇻🇳Viet Nam
Viet Nam has a population of 100,352,192, ranking #208 in the world. The capital is Hanoi. Located in East Asia & Pacific.
World Bank: Lower middle income
100,352,192
Population
#208
World Rank
74.6
Life Expectancy
$4,323
GDP Per Capita
Viet Nam, #208 by world population
Viet Nam Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Viet Nam had a population of 32,531,933 in 1960 and 100,987,686 in 2024, a 3.1× growth over 64 years. The peak was 100,987,686 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.79%.
100,987,686
Population (2024)
32,531,933
Population (1960)
100,987,686
Peak (2024)
1.79%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 32,531,933 |
| 1961 | 33,409,059 |
| 1962 | 34,288,560 |
| 1963 | 35,249,101 |
| 1964 | 36,201,563 |
| 1965 | 37,129,656 |
| 1966 | 38,024,836 |
| 1967 | 38,895,080 |
| 1968 | 39,734,609 |
| 1969 | 40,582,096 |
| 1970 | 41,475,230 |
| 1971 | 42,449,276 |
| 1972 | 43,429,168 |
| 1973 | 44,409,861 |
| 1974 | 45,413,537 |
| 1975 | 46,482,903 |
| 1976 | 47,684,931 |
| 1977 | 48,954,872 |
| 1978 | 50,249,552 |
| 1979 | 51,378,211 |
| 1980 | 52,490,101 |
| 1981 | 53,738,141 |
| 1982 | 55,011,289 |
| 1983 | 56,337,921 |
| 1984 | 57,706,067 |
| 1985 | 59,060,622 |
| 1986 | 60,347,048 |
| 1987 | 61,584,651 |
| 1988 | 62,843,228 |
| 1989 | 64,147,348 |
| 1990 | 65,504,552 |
| 1991 | 66,891,775 |
| 1992 | 68,260,337 |
| 1993 | 69,586,384 |
| 1994 | 70,854,391 |
| 1995 | 72,049,940 |
| 1996 | 73,156,447 |
| 1997 | 74,226,889 |
| 1998 | 75,299,660 |
| 1999 | 76,287,452 |
| 2000 | 77,154,011 |
| 2001 | 77,969,361 |
| 2002 | 78,772,224 |
| 2003 | 79,563,777 |
| 2004 | 80,338,971 |
| 2005 | 81,088,313 |
| 2006 | 82,167,897 |
| 2007 | 83,633,375 |
| 2008 | 85,175,788 |
| 2009 | 86,460,018 |
| 2010 | 87,455,152 |
| 2011 | 88,468,314 |
| 2012 | 89,510,356 |
| 2013 | 90,573,104 |
| 2014 | 91,679,578 |
| 2015 | 92,823,254 |
| 2016 | 94,000,117 |
| 2017 | 95,176,977 |
| 2018 | 96,237,319 |
| 2019 | 97,173,776 |
| 2020 | 98,079,191 |
| 2021 | 98,935,098 |
| 2022 | 99,680,655 |
| 2023 | 100,352,192 |
| 2024 | 100,987,686 |
Demographics
| Population | 100,352,192 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.67% |
| Urban Population | 38.1% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.91 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 74.6 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 12.4 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$4,323
GDP Per Capita
1.6%
Unemployment Rate
Lower middle income
Income Level
36.1
Gini Index (inequality)
164.8%
Trade (% of GDP)
3,837,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
4.6%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
12.4
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
99.8%
Electricity Access
78.6%
Internet Users
137
Mobile Subs per 100
320.2
People per km2
-81,789
Net Migration
Environment
47.4%
Forest Area
Viet Nam Climate
Viet Nam has an average annual temperature of 23.8°C (75°F) and receives about 1637 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is June and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
23.8°C
Avg Temp
1637
Precip (mm/yr)
Jun
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 17° / 62° | 18 mm |
| February | 18° / 64° | 28 mm |
| March | 20° / 68° | 39 mm |
| April | 24° / 75° | 94 mm |
| May | 27° / 81° | 193 mm |
| June | 29° / 84° | 246 mm |
| July | 29° / 84° | 274 mm |
| August | 29° / 84° | 299 mm |
| September | 28° / 82° | 245 mm |
| October | 25° / 77° | 134 mm |
| November | 22° / 71° | 49 mm |
| December | 19° / 65° | 18 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 Viet Nam
The most comfortable months to visit Viet Nam are typically March, November and December, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is June (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 14°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Viet Nam has a population of 100,352,192, ranking #208 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 0.67%.
Life expectancy in Viet Nam is 74.6 years. The infant mortality rate is 12.4 per 1,000 live births.
Viet Nam's GDP per capita is $4,323. It is classified as a lower middle income country by the World Bank.
38.1% of Viet Nam's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 320.2 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Viet Nam is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Viet Nam are typically March, November and December, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Viet Nam has an average annual temperature of 23.8°C and about 1637 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically June 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.
Viet Nam is a country in East Asia & Pacific with a population of 100,352,192. The population is growing slowly, about 0.7% annually.
GDP per capita is roughly $4,323, placing Viet Nam among lower-income economies. Life expectancy is 74.6 years, with a fertility rate of 1.9 births per woman, and 38.1% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.