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Bangladesh

Asia · Southern Asia · BGD · 147,570 km²
Population
173,562,364
Year 2024

Total number of people living in the country.

Population Density
1,319.2/km²

How many people live per square kilometer of land.

Life Expectancy
74.7 years
♂ 73.0 / ♀ 76.4

How long a newborn baby can expect to live on average.

Fertility Rate (TFR)
2.16
children per woman

Average number of children born to each woman. About 2.1 is needed to keep population stable.

Median Age
31.8 years

Half the population is younger and half is older than this age.

Net Migration
-473,362

Difference between people moving in and out. Positive means more arrivals.

Key demographic indicators for Bangladesh as of 2024. These numbers give a quick overview of the country's population size, density, birth rates, life expectancy, and migration patterns.

Population Trend

How the total population has changed over the decades. A rising line means the country has been growing, a flat or falling line indicates stagnation or decline.

Population Projection to 2100

Estimated future population based on current trends in birth rates, death rates, and migration. The dashed line shows this is a projection, not actual data.

Birth Rate vs Death Rate

Birth rate (green) vs. death rate (red) per 1,000 people per year. When the birth rate is higher than the death rate, the population grows naturally.

Life Expectancy (Male vs Female)

Average number of years a newborn can expect to live. Blue shows men, red shows women. Women typically live longer in most countries.

Fertility Rate Trend

Total Fertility Rate — the average number of children per woman. A rate of about 2.1 is needed to maintain the population without immigration.

Population Pyramid

Shows the age distribution of the population. Blue bars (left) represent men, red bars (right) represent women. A wide base means a young population, a wide top means an aging population.

Historical Data

Detailed numbers for selected years showing how the country's key indicators have changed over time. Click column headers to sort.

Year Population Growth Rate Fertility Rate (TFR) Life Expectancy Median Age Birth Rate Death Rate
1960 51,828,660 0.00% 6.74 44.0 22.2 49.0‰ 21.6‰
1965 59,902,519 2.92% 6.77 46.0 21.1 48.0‰ 19.8‰
1970 69,058,894 2.59% 6.84 42.7 20.3 47.4‰ 22.2‰
1975 77,854,351 2.62% 6.73 50.6 19.9 47.2‰ 16.6‰
1980 88,016,432 2.39% 6.33 52.3 20.0 45.2‰ 15.4‰
1985 100,253,825 2.46% 5.54 53.9 20.3 40.7‰ 13.8‰
1990 111,633,717 1.99% 4.51 55.8 21.8 35.1‰ 12.0‰
1995 122,600,370 1.86% 3.59 58.2 23.7 30.4‰ 10.1‰
2000 134,544,304 1.83% 3.28 62.0 25.7 29.6‰ 8.3‰
2005 144,715,786 1.26% 2.85 65.5 26.8 26.1‰ 6.8‰
2010 152,201,981 0.88% 2.38 68.0 27.9 21.9‰ 6.0‰
2015 159,383,179 0.89% 2.23 70.5 29.7 20.3‰ 5.6‰
2020 166,298,024 0.84% 2.18 71.4 31.0 20.3‰ 6.1‰
2024 173,562,364 1.21% 2.16 74.7 31.8 20.4‰ 5.0‰
2025 175,670,489 1.21% 2.16 74.8 31.8 20.4‰ 5.0‰
2030 186,154,024 1.13% 2.14 75.3 31.9 19.7‰ 5.3‰
2035 196,474,989 1.05% 2.11 75.8 32.1 19.0‰ 5.5‰
2040 206,538,942 0.97% 2.09 76.3 32.2 18.3‰ 5.8‰
2045 216,249,476 0.89% 2.07 76.8 32.3 17.6‰ 6.1‰
2050 225,509,695 0.81% 2.04 77.3 32.4 16.9‰ 6.3‰
2055 234,223,793 0.73% 2.02 77.8 32.6 16.2‰ 6.6‰
2060 242,298,675 0.65% 1.99 78.3 32.7 15.5‰ 6.9‰
2065 249,645,591 0.57% 1.97 78.8 32.8 14.8‰ 7.1‰
2070 256,181,750 0.49% 1.95 79.3 32.9 14.1‰ 7.4‰
2075 261,831,860 0.40% 1.92 79.8 33.0 13.5‰ 7.7‰
2080 266,529,571 0.32% 1.90 80.3 33.2 12.8‰ 7.9‰
2085 270,218,761 0.24% 1.87 80.8 33.3 12.1‰ 8.2‰
2090 272,854,659 0.16% 1.85 81.3 33.4 11.4‰ 8.5‰
2095 274,404,737 0.08% 1.82 81.8 33.5 10.7‰ 8.7‰
2100 274,849,386 0.00% 1.80 82.3 33.7 10.0‰ 9.0‰

About Country — Bangladesh

Bangladesh is a country in Asia (Southern Asia) with a total population of 173,562,364 as of 2024. It covers an area of 147,570 km², resulting in a population density of 1,319.2 people per km².

The average life expectancy is 74.7 years (73.0 for men, 76.4 for women). The fertility rate stands at 2.16 children per woman, and the median age of the population is 31.8 years.

The country's population growth rate is 1.21% per year. Net migration is -473,362 people, indicating that more people are leaving the country than arriving. The infant mortality rate is 24.4 per 1,000 live births.

Demographic Profile

Bangladesh is located in Southern Asia, a part of Asia, and covers an area of 147,570 km². With a population of 173,562,364, the country has a population density of 1,319.2 inhabitants per square kilometer, which is above the global average of approximately 60 people per km².

The demographic structure of Bangladesh reveals a population in demographic transition. The median age of 31.8 years means that half of the population is younger and half is older than this age. The population is in a transitional phase, with declining birth rates and improving life expectancy gradually shifting the age structure toward an older profile.

Health and Longevity

Life expectancy in Bangladesh stands at 74.7 years overall — 73.0 years for men and 76.4 years for women. This is close to the global average, indicating ongoing improvements in healthcare and living conditions. The infant mortality rate is 24.4 per 1,000 live births, which reflects moderate healthcare conditions with room for improvement.

Fertility and Population Growth

The total fertility rate (TFR) of 2.16 children per woman is near the replacement level of 2.1, suggesting population stability. The population is growing at a rate of 1.21% per year. This moderate growth rate reflects a balance between natural increase and migration patterns.

Migration

Net migration in Bangladesh is -473,362 people, meaning more people are leaving the country than arriving. Emigration may reflect economic challenges or conflict, and can lead to brain drain as skilled workers seek opportunities elsewhere.

Outlook

Based on current demographic trends, Bangladesh's population dynamics reflect broader patterns seen across Southern Asia. The ongoing demographic transition will require careful policy planning to harness the potential of a changing population structure.

Year Reviews

2024

In 2024, Bangladesh had a population of 173,562,364. Located in Asia (Southern Asia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 1.21%.

The total fertility rate stood at 2.16 children per woman. Life expectancy was 74.7 years overall, with men averaging 73.0 years and women 76.4 years. The median age of the population was 31.8 years.

The crude birth rate was 20.4 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 5.0 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -473,362 people. The infant mortality rate was 24.4 per 1,000 live births.

2000

In 2000, Bangladesh had a population of 134,544,304. Located in Asia (Southern Asia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 1.83%.

The total fertility rate stood at 3.28 children per woman. Life expectancy was 62.0 years overall, with men averaging 61.4 years and women 62.8 years. The median age of the population was 25.7 years.

The crude birth rate was 29.6 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 8.3 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -512,422 people. The infant mortality rate was 59.8 per 1,000 live births.

1974

In 1974, Bangladesh had a population of 75,839,348. Located in Asia (Southern Asia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 2.83%.

The total fertility rate stood at 6.78 children per woman. Life expectancy was 49.6 years overall, with men averaging 50.5 years and women 48.6 years. The median age of the population was 19.9 years.

The crude birth rate was 47.8 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 17.3 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -277,545 people. The infant mortality rate was 147.2 per 1,000 live births.

1964

In 1964, Bangladesh had a population of 58,178,374. Located in Asia (Southern Asia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 2.92%.

The total fertility rate stood at 6.79 children per woman. Life expectancy was 46.8 years overall, with men averaging 47.6 years and women 45.9 years. The median age of the population was 21.3 years.

The crude birth rate was 48.4 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 19.4 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to 25,426 people. The infant mortality rate was 159.4 per 1,000 live births.

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