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Tajikistan

Asia · Central Asia · TJK · 143,100 km²
Population
10,590,927
Year 2024

Total number of people living in the country.

Population Density
74.9/km²

How many people live per square kilometer of land.

Life Expectancy
71.8 years
♂ 69.6 / ♀ 74.0

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

Fertility Rate (TFR)
3.07
children per woman

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

Median Age
26.5 years

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

Net Migration
-21,236

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

Key demographic indicators for Tajikistan 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 2,112,131 0.00% 6.24 52.5 23.8 47.7‰ 16.7‰
1965 2,492,998 3.33% 6.74 54.7 20.4 45.1‰ 14.9‰
1970 2,936,779 3.17% 6.91 56.6 20.3 42.3‰ 13.1‰
1975 3,430,425 3.14% 6.69 57.9 20.8 41.3‰ 12.0‰
1980 3,995,256 2.86% 6.21 58.6 21.4 40.8‰ 11.3‰
1985 4,619,003 3.06% 5.94 61.0 21.3 41.6‰ 10.0‰
1990 5,398,768 2.47% 5.46 61.6 21.0 43.1‰ 10.0‰
1995 5,948,584 2.09% 4.66 61.4 20.0 37.7‰ 9.3‰
2000 6,284,735 1.22% 3.49 63.5 22.1 29.1‰ 7.4‰
2005 6,924,720 1.96% 3.40 66.5 24.9 29.3‰ 6.1‰
2010 7,652,141 2.14% 3.46 68.4 26.0 32.0‰ 5.7‰
2015 8,643,840 2.56% 3.46 69.7 26.3 32.0‰ 5.3‰
2020 9,749,310 2.28% 3.21 68.6 26.2 28.4‰ 5.9‰
2024 10,590,927 1.92% 3.07 71.8 26.5 26.1‰ 4.6‰
2025 10,793,989 1.92% 3.07 71.9 26.5 26.1‰ 4.6‰
2030 11,824,621 1.79% 2.99 72.4 26.7 25.0‰ 4.9‰
2035 12,872,572 1.66% 2.90 72.9 27.0 24.0‰ 5.2‰
2040 13,925,566 1.53% 2.82 73.4 27.2 22.9‰ 5.5‰
2045 14,970,156 1.41% 2.73 73.9 27.4 21.8‰ 5.8‰
2050 15,991,984 1.28% 2.65 74.4 27.7 20.7‰ 6.1‰
2055 16,976,081 1.15% 2.56 74.9 27.9 19.7‰ 6.3‰
2060 17,907,219 1.02% 2.48 75.4 28.1 18.6‰ 6.6‰
2065 18,770,290 0.89% 2.39 75.9 28.3 17.5‰ 6.9‰
2070 19,550,708 0.77% 2.31 76.4 28.6 16.4‰ 7.2‰
2075 20,234,811 0.64% 2.22 76.9 28.8 15.4‰ 7.5‰
2080 20,810,259 0.51% 2.14 77.4 29.0 14.3‰ 7.8‰
2085 21,266,399 0.38% 2.05 77.9 29.2 13.2‰ 8.1‰
2090 21,594,596 0.26% 1.97 78.4 29.5 12.1‰ 8.4‰
2095 21,788,500 0.13% 1.88 78.9 29.7 11.1‰ 8.7‰
2100 21,844,250 0.00% 1.80 79.4 29.9 10.0‰ 9.0‰

About Country — Tajikistan

Tajikistan is a country in Asia (Central Asia) with a total population of 10,590,927 as of 2024. It covers an area of 143,100 km², resulting in a population density of 74.9 people per km².

The average life expectancy is 71.8 years (69.6 for men, 74.0 for women). The fertility rate stands at 3.07 children per woman, and the median age of the population is 26.5 years.

The country's population growth rate is 1.92% per year. Net migration is -21,236 people, indicating that more people are leaving the country than arriving. The infant mortality rate is 22.9 per 1,000 live births.

Demographic Profile

Tajikistan is located in Central Asia, a part of Asia, and covers an area of 143,100 km². With a population of 10,590,927, the country has a population density of 74.9 inhabitants per square kilometer, which is close to the global average of approximately 60 people per km².

The demographic structure of Tajikistan reveals a population in demographic transition. The median age of 26.5 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 Tajikistan stands at 71.8 years overall — 69.6 years for men and 74.0 years for women. This is close to the global average, indicating ongoing improvements in healthcare and living conditions. The infant mortality rate is 22.9 per 1,000 live births, which reflects moderate healthcare conditions with room for improvement.

Fertility and Population Growth

The total fertility rate (TFR) of 3.07 children per woman is above the replacement level of 2.1, contributing to population growth. The population is growing at a rate of 1.92% per year. At this rate, the population could double within approximately 37 years if trends continue.

Migration

Net migration in Tajikistan is -21,236 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, Tajikistan'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, Tajikistan had a population of 10,590,927. Located in Asia (Central Asia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 1.92%.

The total fertility rate stood at 3.07 children per woman. Life expectancy was 71.8 years overall, with men averaging 69.6 years and women 74.0 years. The median age of the population was 26.5 years.

The crude birth rate was 26.1 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 4.6 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -21,236 people. The infant mortality rate was 22.9 per 1,000 live births.

2000

In 2000, Tajikistan had a population of 6,284,735. Located in Asia (Central Asia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 1.22%.

The total fertility rate stood at 3.49 children per woman. Life expectancy was 63.5 years overall, with men averaging 61.0 years and women 66.1 years. The median age of the population was 22.1 years.

The crude birth rate was 29.1 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 7.4 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -13,871 people. The infant mortality rate was 62.2 per 1,000 live births.

1974

In 1974, Tajikistan had a population of 3,324,499. Located in Asia (Central Asia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 3.12%.

The total fertility rate stood at 6.77 children per woman. Life expectancy was 57.7 years overall, with men averaging 55.4 years and women 59.8 years. The median age of the population was 20.6 years.

The crude birth rate was 41.5 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 12.2 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to 6,531 people. The infant mortality rate was 106.4 per 1,000 live births.

1964

In 1964, Tajikistan had a population of 2,411,260. Located in Asia (Central Asia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 3.35%.

The total fertility rate stood at 6.68 children per woman. Life expectancy was 54.2 years overall, with men averaging 52.1 years and women 56.4 years. The median age of the population was 20.7 years.

The crude birth rate was 46.1 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 15.4 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to 6,568 people. The infant mortality rate was 0.0 per 1,000 live births.

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