Total number of people living in the country.
How many people live per square kilometer of land.
How long a newborn baby can expect to live on average.
Average number of children born to each woman. About 2.1 is needed to keep population stable.
Half the population is younger and half is older than this age.
Difference between people moving in and out. Positive means more arrivals.
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 | 1,782,370 | 0.00% | 7.16 | 46.4 | 17.4 | 50.0‰ | 18.8‰ |
| 1965 | 2,072,681 | 3.06% | 7.03 | 50.6 | 17.0 | 47.9‰ | 15.5‰ |
| 1970 | 2,423,065 | 3.13% | 6.77 | 53.8 | 17.5 | 46.8‰ | 13.4‰ |
| 1975 | 2,816,943 | 3.06% | 6.45 | 55.8 | 17.7 | 45.9‰ | 12.1‰ |
| 1980 | 3,252,403 | 2.74% | 5.96 | 58.0 | 17.6 | 44.1‰ | 10.7‰ |
| 1985 | 3,706,479 | 2.39% | 5.36 | 56.4 | 17.9 | 40.6‰ | 10.7‰ |
| 1990 | 4,162,559 | 2.34% | 4.60 | 62.5 | 18.8 | 36.6‰ | 7.7‰ |
| 1995 | 4,642,931 | 2.04% | 3.78 | 64.9 | 20.9 | 31.9‰ | 6.4‰ |
| 2000 | 5,022,633 | 1.38% | 3.12 | 66.4 | 23.6 | 27.9‰ | 6.1‰ |
| 2005 | 5,342,105 | 1.30% | 2.77 | 70.4 | 26.2 | 25.6‰ | 5.2‰ |
| 2010 | 5,737,450 | 1.42% | 2.60 | 71.8 | 27.9 | 24.3‰ | 5.1‰ |
| 2015 | 6,149,417 | 1.36% | 2.43 | 72.9 | 29.1 | 22.4‰ | 5.0‰ |
| 2020 | 6,565,267 | 1.25% | 2.30 | 70.8 | 30.2 | 20.5‰ | 6.7‰ |
| 2024 | 6,916,140 | 1.35% | 2.22 | 74.9 | 31.2 | 19.4‰ | 4.6‰ |
| 2025 | 7,009,292 | 1.35% | 2.22 | 75.1 | 31.2 | 19.4‰ | 4.6‰ |
| 2030 | 7,474,311 | 1.26% | 2.19 | 75.6 | 31.3 | 18.8‰ | 4.9‰ |
| 2035 | 7,934,917 | 1.17% | 2.16 | 76.1 | 31.5 | 18.1‰ | 5.2‰ |
| 2040 | 8,386,605 | 1.08% | 2.13 | 76.6 | 31.6 | 17.5‰ | 5.5‰ |
| 2045 | 8,824,718 | 0.99% | 2.11 | 77.1 | 31.7 | 16.9‰ | 5.8‰ |
| 2050 | 9,244,524 | 0.90% | 2.08 | 77.6 | 31.9 | 16.3‰ | 6.1‰ |
| 2055 | 9,641,301 | 0.81% | 2.05 | 78.1 | 32.0 | 15.6‰ | 6.4‰ |
| 2060 | 10,010,422 | 0.72% | 2.02 | 78.6 | 32.1 | 15.0‰ | 6.6‰ |
| 2065 | 10,347,444 | 0.63% | 2.00 | 79.1 | 32.3 | 14.4‰ | 6.9‰ |
| 2070 | 10,648,195 | 0.54% | 1.97 | 79.6 | 32.4 | 13.8‰ | 7.2‰ |
| 2075 | 10,908,860 | 0.45% | 1.94 | 80.1 | 32.5 | 13.1‰ | 7.5‰ |
| 2080 | 11,126,063 | 0.36% | 1.91 | 80.6 | 32.7 | 12.5‰ | 7.8‰ |
| 2085 | 11,296,936 | 0.27% | 1.88 | 81.1 | 32.8 | 11.9‰ | 8.1‰ |
| 2090 | 11,419,184 | 0.18% | 1.86 | 81.6 | 32.9 | 11.3‰ | 8.4‰ |
| 2095 | 11,491,137 | 0.09% | 1.83 | 82.1 | 33.1 | 10.6‰ | 8.7‰ |
| 2100 | 11,511,786 | 0.00% | 1.80 | 82.6 | 33.2 | 10.0‰ | 9.0‰ |
About Country — Nicaragua
Nicaragua is a country in North America (Central America) with a total population of 6,916,140 as of 2024. It covers an area of 130,373 km², resulting in a population density of 56.7 people per km².
The average life expectancy is 74.9 years (72.3 for men, 77.4 for women). The fertility rate stands at 2.22 children per woman, and the median age of the population is 31.2 years.
The country's population growth rate is 1.35% per year. Net migration is -8,189 people, indicating that more people are leaving the country than arriving. The infant mortality rate is 10.3 per 1,000 live births.
Demographic Profile
Nicaragua is located in Central America, a part of North America, and covers an area of 130,373 km². With a population of 6,916,140, the country has a population density of 56.7 inhabitants per square kilometer, which is close to the global average of approximately 60 people per km².
The demographic structure of Nicaragua reveals a population in demographic transition. The median age of 31.2 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 Nicaragua stands at 74.9 years overall — 72.3 years for men and 77.4 years for women. This is close to the global average, indicating ongoing improvements in healthcare and living conditions. The infant mortality rate is 10.3 per 1,000 live births, which reflects moderate healthcare conditions with room for improvement.
Fertility and Population Growth
The total fertility rate (TFR) of 2.22 children per woman is near the replacement level of 2.1, suggesting population stability. The population is growing at a rate of 1.35% per year. This moderate growth rate reflects a balance between natural increase and migration patterns.
Migration
Net migration in Nicaragua is -8,189 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, Nicaragua's population dynamics reflect broader patterns seen across Central America. The ongoing demographic transition will require careful policy planning to harness the potential of a changing population structure.
Year Reviews
2024
In 2024, Nicaragua had a population of 6,916,140. Located in North America (Central America), the country experienced a population growth rate of 1.35%.
The total fertility rate stood at 2.22 children per woman. Life expectancy was 74.9 years overall, with men averaging 72.3 years and women 77.4 years. The median age of the population was 31.2 years.
The crude birth rate was 19.4 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 4.6 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -8,189 people. The infant mortality rate was 10.3 per 1,000 live births.
2000
In 2000, Nicaragua had a population of 5,022,633. Located in North America (Central America), the country experienced a population growth rate of 1.38%.
The total fertility rate stood at 3.12 children per woman. Life expectancy was 66.4 years overall, with men averaging 63.3 years and women 69.4 years. The median age of the population was 23.6 years.
The crude birth rate was 27.9 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 6.1 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -42,087 people. The infant mortality rate was 30.8 per 1,000 live births.
1974
In 1974, Nicaragua had a population of 2,732,075. Located in North America (Central America), the country experienced a population growth rate of 3.08%.
The total fertility rate stood at 6.52 children per woman. Life expectancy was 55.4 years overall, with men averaging 52.3 years and women 58.6 years. The median age of the population was 17.7 years.
The crude birth rate was 46.2 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 12.3 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -8,639 people. The infant mortality rate was 111.4 per 1,000 live births.
1964
In 1964, Nicaragua had a population of 2,010,176. Located in North America (Central America), the country experienced a population growth rate of 3.03%.
The total fertility rate stood at 7.06 children per woman. Life expectancy was 49.6 years overall, with men averaging 48.0 years and women 51.1 years. The median age of the population was 16.9 years.
The crude birth rate was 48.2 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 16.2 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -3,043 people. The infant mortality rate was 132.1 per 1,000 live births.
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