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Bolivia (Plurinational State of)

South America · South America · BOL · 1,098,581 km²
Population
12,413,315
Year 2024

Total number of people living in the country.

Population Density
11.3/km²

How many people live per square kilometer of land.

Life Expectancy
68.6 years
♂ 66.1 / ♀ 71.1

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

Fertility Rate (TFR)
2.55
children per woman

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

Median Age
30.7 years

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

Net Migration
-3,000

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

Key demographic indicators for Bolivia (Plurinational State of) 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 3,702,323 0.00% 6.27 43.3 23.7 43.9‰ 22.7‰
1965 4,109,796 2.13% 6.18 45.1 23.4 43.6‰ 21.0‰
1970 4,590,010 2.24% 6.00 47.1 23.0 42.7‰ 19.2‰
1975 5,137,539 2.27% 5.75 49.3 23.0 41.1‰ 17.2‰
1980 5,758,900 2.25% 5.47 51.8 23.1 39.7‰ 15.3‰
1985 6,416,185 2.12% 5.15 53.8 23.4 37.6‰ 13.8‰
1990 7,130,142 2.10% 4.90 56.8 23.7 36.1‰ 12.0‰
1995 7,874,676 1.89% 4.41 59.8 24.5 32.8‰ 10.5‰
2000 8,606,326 1.72% 3.99 62.1 25.5 29.8‰ 9.7‰
2005 9,360,754 1.69% 3.56 64.2 26.7 27.3‰ 8.8‰
2010 10,182,345 1.64% 3.21 66.0 27.9 25.6‰ 8.0‰
2015 11,014,705 1.52% 2.89 67.2 29.1 23.7‰ 7.7‰
2020 11,816,299 1.23% 2.65 62.9 30.0 22.0‰ 10.8‰
2024 12,413,315 1.37% 2.55 68.6 30.7 21.2‰ 7.2‰
2025 12,583,634 1.37% 2.55 68.7 30.7 21.2‰ 7.2‰
2030 13,434,503 1.28% 2.50 69.2 30.8 20.5‰ 7.3‰
2035 14,278,276 1.19% 2.45 69.7 31.0 19.7‰ 7.4‰
2040 15,106,604 1.10% 2.40 70.2 31.1 19.0‰ 7.5‰
2045 15,910,837 1.01% 2.35 70.7 31.3 18.2‰ 7.7‰
2050 16,682,169 0.91% 2.30 71.2 31.4 17.5‰ 7.8‰
2055 17,411,797 0.82% 2.25 71.7 31.6 16.7‰ 7.9‰
2060 18,091,078 0.73% 2.20 72.2 31.7 16.0‰ 8.0‰
2065 18,711,701 0.64% 2.15 72.7 31.8 15.2‰ 8.1‰
2070 19,265,854 0.55% 2.10 73.2 32.0 14.5‰ 8.3‰
2075 19,746,388 0.46% 2.05 73.7 32.1 13.7‰ 8.4‰
2080 20,146,965 0.37% 2.00 74.2 32.3 13.0‰ 8.5‰
2085 20,462,204 0.27% 1.95 74.7 32.4 12.2‰ 8.6‰
2090 20,687,793 0.18% 1.90 75.2 32.6 11.5‰ 8.8‰
2095 20,820,593 0.09% 1.85 75.7 32.7 10.7‰ 8.9‰
2100 20,858,707 0.00% 1.80 76.2 32.9 10.0‰ 9.0‰

About Country — Bolivia (Plurinational State of)

Bolivia (Plurinational State of) is a country in South America (South America) with a total population of 12,413,315 as of 2024. It covers an area of 1,098,581 km², resulting in a population density of 11.3 people per km².

The average life expectancy is 68.6 years (66.1 for men, 71.1 for women). The fertility rate stands at 2.55 children per woman, and the median age of the population is 30.7 years.

The country's population growth rate is 1.37% per year. Net migration is -3,000 people, indicating that more people are leaving the country than arriving. The infant mortality rate is 20.0 per 1,000 live births.

Demographic Profile

Bolivia (Plurinational State of) is located in South America, a part of South America, and covers an area of 1,098,581 km². With a population of 12,413,315, the country has a population density of 11.3 inhabitants per square kilometer, which is below the global average of approximately 60 people per km².

The demographic structure of Bolivia (Plurinational State of) reveals a population in demographic transition. The median age of 30.7 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 Bolivia (Plurinational State of) stands at 68.6 years overall — 66.1 years for men and 71.1 years for women. This is close to the global average, indicating ongoing improvements in healthcare and living conditions. The infant mortality rate is 20.0 per 1,000 live births, which reflects moderate healthcare conditions with room for improvement.

Fertility and Population Growth

The total fertility rate (TFR) of 2.55 children per woman is above the replacement level of 2.1, contributing to population growth. The population is growing at a rate of 1.37% per year. This moderate growth rate reflects a balance between natural increase and migration patterns.

Migration

Net migration in Bolivia (Plurinational State of) is -3,000 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, Bolivia (Plurinational State of)'s population dynamics reflect broader patterns seen across South America. The ongoing demographic transition will require careful policy planning to harness the potential of a changing population structure.

Year Reviews

2024

In 2024, Bolivia (Plurinational State of) had a population of 12,413,315. Located in South America (South America), the country experienced a population growth rate of 1.37%.

The total fertility rate stood at 2.55 children per woman. Life expectancy was 68.6 years overall, with men averaging 66.1 years and women 71.1 years. The median age of the population was 30.7 years.

The crude birth rate was 21.2 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 7.2 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -3,000 people. The infant mortality rate was 20.0 per 1,000 live births.

2000

In 2000, Bolivia (Plurinational State of) had a population of 8,606,326. Located in South America (South America), the country experienced a population growth rate of 1.72%.

The total fertility rate stood at 3.99 children per woman. Life expectancy was 62.1 years overall, with men averaging 60.1 years and women 64.1 years. The median age of the population was 25.5 years.

The crude birth rate was 29.8 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 9.7 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -26,940 people. The infant mortality rate was 59.6 per 1,000 live births.

1974

In 1974, Bolivia (Plurinational State of) had a population of 5,022,475. Located in South America (South America), the country experienced a population growth rate of 2.26%.

The total fertility rate stood at 5.80 children per woman. Life expectancy was 48.8 years overall, with men averaging 46.9 years and women 50.6 years. The median age of the population was 23.0 years.

The crude birth rate was 41.5 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 17.7 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -5,873 people. The infant mortality rate was 140.4 per 1,000 live births.

1964

In 1964, Bolivia (Plurinational State of) had a population of 4,022,996. Located in South America (South America), the country experienced a population growth rate of 2.11%.

The total fertility rate stood at 6.21 children per woman. Life expectancy was 44.7 years overall, with men averaging 42.6 years and women 46.8 years. The median age of the population was 23.6 years.

The crude birth rate was 43.7 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 21.4 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -4,352 people. The infant mortality rate was 175.7 per 1,000 live births.

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