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Syrian Arab Republic

Asia · Western Asia · SYR · 185,180 km²
Population
24,672,760
Year 2024

Total number of people living in the country.

Population Density
128.5/km²

How many people live per square kilometer of land.

Life Expectancy
72.1 years
♂ 69.8 / ♀ 74.4

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

Fertility Rate (TFR)
2.71
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
546,494

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

Key demographic indicators for Syrian Arab Republic 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 4,673,500 0.00% 7.51 52.7 19.8 47.4‰ 16.6‰
1965 5,435,267 3.11% 7.53 56.9 18.1 46.7‰ 13.1‰
1970 6,380,609 3.27% 7.62 60.6 16.9 46.5‰ 10.4‰
1975 7,554,364 3.40% 7.49 64.2 16.5 45.5‰ 8.1‰
1980 8,957,663 3.36% 7.12 66.5 16.3 43.7‰ 6.6‰
1985 10,625,672 3.52% 6.48 68.0 17.1 41.3‰ 5.6‰
1990 12,579,208 3.23% 5.56 69.8 18.4 37.3‰ 4.8‰
1995 14,616,801 2.83% 4.70 70.2 20.5 34.0‰ 4.6‰
2000 16,637,887 2.49% 4.07 70.9 22.4 31.2‰ 4.4‰
2005 18,814,091 2.57% 3.61 72.8 24.5 28.8‰ 3.9‰
2010 22,482,421 2.27% 3.36 73.5 26.5 28.7‰ 3.8‰
2015 19,424,618 -4.28% 3.07 63.3 23.5 21.3‰ 8.2‰
2020 21,049,429 3.36% 2.84 71.9 27.7 20.6‰ 5.1‰
2024 24,672,760 4.47% 2.71 72.1 30.8 22.1‰ 5.0‰
2025 25,775,162 4.47% 2.71 72.2 30.8 22.1‰ 5.0‰
2030 31,798,084 4.17% 2.65 72.7 30.9 21.3‰ 5.3‰
2035 38,671,358 3.87% 2.59 73.2 31.1 20.5‰ 5.6‰
2040 46,360,595 3.57% 2.53 73.7 31.2 19.7‰ 5.8‰
2045 54,785,014 3.28% 2.47 74.2 31.4 18.9‰ 6.1‰
2050 63,813,081 2.98% 2.41 74.7 31.5 18.1‰ 6.4‰
2055 73,261,313 2.68% 2.35 75.2 31.6 17.3‰ 6.6‰
2060 82,896,937 2.38% 2.29 75.7 31.8 16.5‰ 6.9‰
2065 92,444,855 2.09% 2.23 76.2 31.9 15.6‰ 7.2‰
2070 101,598,906 1.79% 2.16 76.7 32.1 14.8‰ 7.4‰
2075 110,037,013 1.49% 2.10 77.2 32.2 14.0‰ 7.7‰
2080 117,439,276 1.19% 2.04 77.7 32.4 13.2‰ 7.9‰
2085 123,507,684 0.89% 1.98 78.2 32.5 12.4‰ 8.2‰
2090 127,985,787 0.60% 1.92 78.7 32.6 11.6‰ 8.5‰
2095 130,676,554 0.30% 1.86 79.2 32.8 10.8‰ 8.7‰
2100 131,456,679 0.00% 1.80 79.7 32.9 10.0‰ 9.0‰

About Country — Syrian Arab Republic

Syrian Arab Republic is a country in Asia (Western Asia) with a total population of 24,672,760 as of 2024. It covers an area of 185,180 km², resulting in a population density of 128.5 people per km².

The average life expectancy is 72.1 years (69.8 for men, 74.4 for women). The fertility rate stands at 2.71 children per woman, and the median age of the population is 30.8 years.

The country's population growth rate is 4.47% per year. Net migration is 546,494 people, indicating that more people are moving into the country than leaving. The infant mortality rate is 19.0 per 1,000 live births.

Demographic Profile

Syrian Arab Republic is located in Western Asia, a part of Asia, and covers an area of 185,180 km². With a population of 24,672,760, the country has a population density of 128.5 inhabitants per square kilometer, which is above the global average of approximately 60 people per km².

The demographic structure of Syrian Arab Republic 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 Syrian Arab Republic stands at 72.1 years overall — 69.8 years for men and 74.4 years for women. This is close to the global average, indicating ongoing improvements in healthcare and living conditions. The infant mortality rate is 19.0 per 1,000 live births, which reflects moderate healthcare conditions with room for improvement.

Fertility and Population Growth

The total fertility rate (TFR) of 2.71 children per woman is above the replacement level of 2.1, contributing to population growth. The population is growing at a rate of 4.47% per year. At this rate, the population could double within approximately 16 years if trends continue.

Migration

Net migration in Syrian Arab Republic is 546,494 people, meaning more people are moving into the country than leaving. The country serves as a destination for migrants, which helps offset low natural population growth and fills labor market needs.

Outlook

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

Year Reviews

2024

In 2024, Syrian Arab Republic had a population of 24,672,760. Located in Asia (Western Asia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 4.47%.

The total fertility rate stood at 2.71 children per woman. Life expectancy was 72.1 years overall, with men averaging 69.8 years and women 74.4 years. The median age of the population was 30.8 years.

The crude birth rate was 22.1 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 5.0 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to 546,494 people. The infant mortality rate was 19.0 per 1,000 live births.

2000

In 2000, Syrian Arab Republic had a population of 16,637,887. Located in Asia (Western Asia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 2.49%.

The total fertility rate stood at 4.07 children per woman. Life expectancy was 70.9 years overall, with men averaging 69.1 years and women 72.7 years. The median age of the population was 22.4 years.

The crude birth rate was 31.2 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 4.4 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -34,425 people. The infant mortality rate was 20.8 per 1,000 live births.

1974

In 1974, Syrian Arab Republic had a population of 7,302,160. Located in Asia (Western Asia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 3.37%.

The total fertility rate stood at 7.52 children per woman. Life expectancy was 63.4 years overall, with men averaging 62.1 years and women 64.9 years. The median age of the population was 16.5 years.

The crude birth rate was 45.6 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 8.5 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -24,242 people. The infant mortality rate was 64.3 per 1,000 live births.

1964

In 1964, Syrian Arab Republic had a population of 5,269,087. Located in Asia (Western Asia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 3.06%.

The total fertility rate stood at 7.53 children per woman. Life expectancy was 56.2 years overall, with men averaging 55.7 years and women 56.7 years. The median age of the population was 18.5 years.

The crude birth rate was 46.9 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 13.7 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -12,044 people. The infant mortality rate was 93.9 per 1,000 live births.

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