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Djibouti

Africa · Eastern Africa · DJI · 23,200 km²
Population
1,168,722
Year 2024

Total number of people living in the country.

Population Density
49.7/km²

How many people live per square kilometer of land.

Life Expectancy
66.0 years
♂ 63.5 / ♀ 68.5

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

Fertility Rate (TFR)
2.61
children per woman

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

Median Age
30.8 years

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

Net Migration
-11

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

Key demographic indicators for Djibouti 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 86,024 0.00% 6.85 43.4 20.4 46.9‰ 20.2‰
1965 109,092 5.55% 6.86 45.2 20.9 46.9‰ 18.9‰
1970 145,175 6.47% 6.88 47.5 20.0 46.5‰ 17.2‰
1975 209,908 8.60% 6.74 49.9 19.4 43.9‰ 15.2‰
1980 325,815 6.76% 6.46 52.0 19.4 42.0‰ 13.8‰
1985 402,687 4.74% 6.19 54.1 20.0 40.0‰ 12.4‰
1990 579,538 10.20% 5.93 55.5 20.9 37.2‰ 11.2‰
1995 633,074 1.01% 5.33 56.2 21.9 35.9‰ 11.2‰
2000 747,318 3.14% 4.60 56.7 24.1 33.5‰ 10.7‰
2005 839,167 1.57% 4.04 58.5 24.9 30.6‰ 9.9‰
2010 930,251 2.03% 3.43 60.7 26.4 26.3‰ 8.9‰
2015 1,020,313 1.74% 3.04 62.8 27.9 23.6‰ 8.2‰
2020 1,105,188 1.50% 2.75 64.2 29.7 21.6‰ 8.0‰
2024 1,168,722 1.36% 2.61 66.0 30.8 20.8‰ 7.5‰
2025 1,184,607 1.36% 2.61 66.1 30.8 20.8‰ 7.5‰
2030 1,263,937 1.27% 2.56 66.6 31.0 20.1‰ 7.6‰
2035 1,342,559 1.18% 2.50 67.1 31.1 19.3‰ 7.7‰
2040 1,419,699 1.09% 2.45 67.6 31.2 18.6‰ 7.8‰
2045 1,494,558 1.00% 2.39 68.1 31.4 17.9‰ 7.9‰
2050 1,566,320 0.91% 2.34 68.6 31.5 17.2‰ 8.0‰
2055 1,634,174 0.82% 2.29 69.1 31.7 16.5‰ 8.1‰
2060 1,697,321 0.72% 2.23 69.6 31.8 15.7‰ 8.2‰
2065 1,754,996 0.63% 2.18 70.1 32.0 15.0‰ 8.3‰
2070 1,806,478 0.54% 2.12 70.6 32.1 14.3‰ 8.4‰
2075 1,851,110 0.45% 2.07 71.1 32.2 13.6‰ 8.5‰
2080 1,888,307 0.36% 2.02 71.6 32.4 12.9‰ 8.6‰
2085 1,917,575 0.27% 1.96 72.1 32.5 12.2‰ 8.7‰
2090 1,938,517 0.18% 1.91 72.6 32.7 11.4‰ 8.8‰
2095 1,950,844 0.09% 1.85 73.1 32.8 10.7‰ 8.9‰
2100 1,954,381 0.00% 1.80 73.6 32.9 10.0‰ 9.0‰

About Country — Djibouti

Djibouti is a country in Africa (Eastern Africa) with a total population of 1,168,722 as of 2024. It covers an area of 23,200 km², resulting in a population density of 49.7 people per km².

The average life expectancy is 66.0 years (63.5 for men, 68.5 for women). The fertility rate stands at 2.61 children per woman, and the median age of the population is 30.8 years.

The country's population growth rate is 1.36% per year. Net migration is -11 people, indicating that more people are leaving the country than arriving. The infant mortality rate is 44.4 per 1,000 live births.

Demographic Profile

Djibouti is located in Eastern Africa, a part of Africa, and covers an area of 23,200 km². With a population of 1,168,722, the country has a population density of 49.7 inhabitants per square kilometer, which is close to the global average of approximately 60 people per km².

The demographic structure of Djibouti reveals a population in demographic transition. The median age of 30.8 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 Djibouti stands at 66.0 years overall — 63.5 years for men and 68.5 years for women. This is close to the global average, indicating ongoing improvements in healthcare and living conditions. The infant mortality rate is 44.4 per 1,000 live births, which indicates significant challenges in maternal and child healthcare.

Fertility and Population Growth

The total fertility rate (TFR) of 2.61 children per woman is above the replacement level of 2.1, contributing to population growth. The population is growing at a rate of 1.36% per year. This moderate growth rate reflects a balance between natural increase and migration patterns.

Migration

Net migration in Djibouti is -11 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, Djibouti's population dynamics reflect broader patterns seen across Eastern Africa. The ongoing demographic transition will require careful policy planning to harness the potential of a changing population structure.

Year Reviews

2024

In 2024, Djibouti had a population of 1,168,722. Located in Africa (Eastern Africa), the country experienced a population growth rate of 1.36%.

The total fertility rate stood at 2.61 children per woman. Life expectancy was 66.0 years overall, with men averaging 63.5 years and women 68.5 years. The median age of the population was 30.8 years.

The crude birth rate was 20.8 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 7.5 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -11 people. The infant mortality rate was 44.4 per 1,000 live births.

2000

In 2000, Djibouti had a population of 747,318. Located in Africa (Eastern Africa), the country experienced a population growth rate of 3.14%.

The total fertility rate stood at 4.60 children per woman. Life expectancy was 56.7 years overall, with men averaging 55.2 years and women 58.3 years. The median age of the population was 24.1 years.

The crude birth rate was 33.5 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 10.7 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to 5,632 people. The infant mortality rate was 80.9 per 1,000 live births.

1974

In 1974, Djibouti had a population of 192,613. Located in Africa (Eastern Africa), the country experienced a population growth rate of 7.64%.

The total fertility rate stood at 6.78 children per woman. Life expectancy was 49.5 years overall, with men averaging 47.6 years and women 51.5 years. The median age of the population was 19.5 years.

The crude birth rate was 44.7 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 15.6 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to 9,910 people. The infant mortality rate was 0.0 per 1,000 live births.

1964

In 1964, Djibouti had a population of 103,198. Located in Africa (Eastern Africa), the country experienced a population growth rate of 5.30%.

The total fertility rate stood at 6.87 children per woman. Life expectancy was 44.8 years overall, with men averaging 42.9 years and women 46.8 years. The median age of the population was 21.0 years.

The crude birth rate was 46.9 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 19.2 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to 2,846 people. The infant mortality rate was 0.0 per 1,000 live births.

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