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Kazakhstan

Asia · Central Asia · KAZ · 2,724,900 km²
Population
20,592,571
Year 2024

Total number of people living in the country.

Population Density
7.5/km²

How many people live per square kilometer of land.

Life Expectancy
74.4 years
♂ 70.1 / ♀ 78.4

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

Fertility Rate (TFR)
3.01
children per woman

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

Median Age
31.6 years

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

Net Migration
-7,368

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

Key demographic indicators for Kazakhstan 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 9,429,981 0.00% 4.50 57.9 26.1 36.8‰ 12.9‰
1965 10,993,183 2.79% 3.88 59.0 25.4 28.9‰ 11.2‰
1970 12,419,057 2.14% 3.51 60.0 26.8 25.7‰ 10.3‰
1975 13,700,843 1.81% 3.40 61.1 28.3 25.9‰ 9.9‰
1980 15,152,949 1.16% 3.09 62.5 29.2 26.7‰ 10.9‰
1985 16,031,090 1.17% 3.21 65.4 29.3 28.2‰ 9.8‰
1990 17,154,054 0.92% 2.75 65.7 29.6 23.0‰ 9.3‰
1995 16,730,536 -1.85% 2.25 63.7 30.5 18.7‰ 10.3‰
2000 15,501,103 0.29% 1.90 63.8 32.0 15.8‰ 10.6‰
2005 15,968,117 0.74% 2.27 65.4 33.6 19.4‰ 10.2‰
2010 16,836,810 1.30% 2.61 68.3 33.1 22.6‰ 8.9‰
2015 18,084,169 1.49% 2.76 72.0 32.0 22.5‰ 7.4‰
2020 19,482,117 1.41% 3.13 71.2 31.5 22.6‰ 8.6‰
2024 20,592,571 1.28% 3.01 74.4 31.6 20.1‰ 6.7‰
2025 20,856,725 1.28% 3.01 74.5 31.7 20.1‰ 6.7‰
2030 22,172,946 1.20% 2.93 75.0 31.8 19.5‰ 6.9‰
2035 23,472,834 1.11% 2.85 75.5 31.9 18.8‰ 7.0‰
2040 24,744,057 1.03% 2.77 76.0 32.0 18.1‰ 7.2‰
2045 25,973,951 0.94% 2.69 76.5 32.2 17.4‰ 7.3‰
2050 27,149,715 0.86% 2.61 77.0 32.3 16.8‰ 7.5‰
2055 28,258,633 0.77% 2.53 77.5 32.4 16.1‰ 7.6‰
2060 29,288,292 0.68% 2.45 78.0 32.5 15.4‰ 7.8‰
2065 30,226,817 0.60% 2.37 78.5 32.7 14.7‰ 7.9‰
2070 31,063,092 0.51% 2.28 79.0 32.8 14.1‰ 8.1‰
2075 31,786,981 0.43% 2.20 79.5 32.9 13.4‰ 8.2‰
2080 32,389,530 0.34% 2.12 80.0 33.0 12.7‰ 8.4‰
2085 32,863,150 0.26% 2.04 80.5 33.2 12.0‰ 8.5‰
2090 33,201,778 0.17% 1.96 81.0 33.3 11.4‰ 8.7‰
2095 33,401,002 0.09% 1.88 81.5 33.4 10.7‰ 8.8‰
2100 33,458,163 0.00% 1.80 82.0 33.5 10.0‰ 9.0‰

About Country — Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan is a country in Asia (Central Asia) with a total population of 20,592,571 as of 2024. It covers an area of 2,724,900 km², resulting in a population density of 7.5 people per km².

The average life expectancy is 74.4 years (70.1 for men, 78.4 for women). The fertility rate stands at 3.01 children per woman, and the median age of the population is 31.6 years.

The country's population growth rate is 1.28% per year. Net migration is -7,368 people, indicating that more people are leaving the country than arriving. The infant mortality rate is 7.6 per 1,000 live births.

Demographic Profile

Kazakhstan is located in Central Asia, a part of Asia, and covers an area of 2,724,900 km². With a population of 20,592,571, the country has a population density of 7.5 inhabitants per square kilometer, which is below the global average of approximately 60 people per km².

The demographic structure of Kazakhstan reveals a population in demographic transition. The median age of 31.6 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 Kazakhstan stands at 74.4 years overall — 70.1 years for men and 78.4 years for women. This is close to the global average, indicating ongoing improvements in healthcare and living conditions. The infant mortality rate is 7.6 per 1,000 live births, which is considered very low and indicates excellent maternal and infant healthcare.

Fertility and Population Growth

The total fertility rate (TFR) of 3.01 children per woman is above the replacement level of 2.1, contributing to population growth. The population is growing at a rate of 1.28% per year. This moderate growth rate reflects a balance between natural increase and migration patterns.

Migration

Net migration in Kazakhstan is -7,368 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, Kazakhstan's population dynamics reflect broader patterns seen across Central Asia. The ongoing demographic transition will require careful policy planning to harness the potential of a changing population structure.

Year Reviews

2024

In 2024, Kazakhstan had a population of 20,592,571. Located in Asia (Central Asia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 1.28%.

The total fertility rate stood at 3.01 children per woman. Life expectancy was 74.4 years overall, with men averaging 70.1 years and women 78.4 years. The median age of the population was 31.6 years.

The crude birth rate was 20.1 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 6.7 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -7,368 people. The infant mortality rate was 7.6 per 1,000 live births.

2000

In 2000, Kazakhstan had a population of 15,501,103. Located in Asia (Central Asia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 0.29%.

The total fertility rate stood at 1.90 children per woman. Life expectancy was 63.8 years overall, with men averaging 58.1 years and women 69.7 years. The median age of the population was 32.0 years.

The crude birth rate was 15.8 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 10.6 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -8,754 people. The infant mortality rate was 36.0 per 1,000 live births.

1974

In 1974, Kazakhstan had a population of 13,454,570. Located in Asia (Central Asia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 1.85%.

The total fertility rate stood at 3.45 children per woman. Life expectancy was 60.9 years overall, with men averaging 55.8 years and women 66.2 years. The median age of the population was 28.0 years.

The crude birth rate was 26.2 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 10.0 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to 28,807 people. The infant mortality rate was 70.0 per 1,000 live births.

1964

In 1964, Kazakhstan had a population of 10,690,309. Located in Asia (Central Asia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 2.97%.

The total fertility rate stood at 4.07 children per woman. Life expectancy was 58.8 years overall, with men averaging 53.9 years and women 63.9 years. The median age of the population was 25.2 years.

The crude birth rate was 31.1 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 11.6 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to 98,761 people. The infant mortality rate was 0.0 per 1,000 live births.

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