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🇧🇪 Population Growth Rate of Belgium

The current population growth rate of Belgium is 0.256%. A -2.29% decrease from 2022, when the population growth rate was 0.262%. In the future, Belgium's population growth rate is projected to decrease to -0.096%, by the year 2100. A total decrease of the population growth rate of Belgium by -137.5% from today's standard.

Historic Population Growth Rate of Belgium (1950-2023)

Belgium has seen a decrease in population growth rate since the 1950's.

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
1950 0.469% 40,399
1951 0.413% 35,724
1952 0.513% 44,630
1953 0.515% 45,026
1954 0.553% 48,613
1955 0.52% 45,981
1956 0.54% 47,968
1957 0.593% 52,969
1958 0.65% 58,439
1959 0.718% 64,997
1960 0.589% 53,667
1961 0.718% 65,824
1962 0.627% 57,897
1963 0.623% 57,887
1964 0.712% 66,604
1965 0.602% 56,637
1966 0.543% 51,418
1967 0.492% 46,811
1968 0.369% 35,238
1969 0.38% 36,454
1970 0.396% 38,098
1971 0.372% 35,940
1972 0.329% 31,866
1973 0.242% 23,498
1974 0.192% 18,671
1975 0.103% 10,059
1976 0.104% 10,156
1977 0.159% 15,517
1978 0.124% 12,147
1979 0.16% 15,715
1980 0.142% 13,983
1981 0.155% 15,229
1982 0.125% 12,273
1983 0.062% 6,106
1984 0.081% 8,029
1985 0.059% 5,841
1986 0.088% 8,720
1987 0.163% 16,093
1988 0.196% 19,454
1989 0.19% 18,896
1990 0.26% 25,885
1991 0.292% 29,134
1992 0.296% 29,636
1993 0.248% 24,931
1994 0.258% 25,956
1995 0.258% 26,076
1996 0.296% 29,987
1997 0.328% 33,299
1998 0.334% 34,031
1999 0.365% 37,335
2000 0.418% 42,909
2001 0.455% 46,917
2002 0.441% 45,709
2003 0.464% 48,255
2004 0.564% 58,969
2005 0.596% 62,662
2006 0.655% 69,332
2007 0.677% 72,111
2008 0.689% 73,928
2009 0.698% 75,353
2010 0.715% 77,827
2011 0.71% 77,765
2012 0.662% 73,029
2013 0.641% 71,206
2014 0.678% 75,726
2015 0.6% 67,435
2016 0.615% 69,630
2017 0.577% 65,677
2018 0.546% 62,535
2019 0.534% 61,410
2020 0.354% 40,887
2021 0.504% 58,519
2022 0.262% 30,502
2023 0.256% 29,918

Future Population Growth Rate of Belgium (2023-2100)

Belgium's population growth rate is projected to decrease in the future. According to the United Nation, it will drop from today's growth rate of 0.262% all the way down to -0.096% by the year 2100. The yearly downward trend is clearly visible from the charts and data below.

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
2023 0.256% 29,918
2024 0.251% 29,351
2025 0.24% 28,141
2026 0.231% 27,160
2027 0.223% 26,255
2028 0.215% 25,444
2029 0.206% 24,365
2030 0.196% 23,290
2031 0.19% 22,572
2032 0.18% 21,404
2033 0.173% 20,631
2034 0.164% 19,619
2035 0.155% 18,564
2036 0.146% 17,539
2037 0.134% 16,134
2038 0.126% 15,176
2039 0.114% 13,768
2040 0.103% 12,455
2041 0.091% 10,950
2042 0.076% 9,225
2043 0.061% 7,337
2044 0.044% 5,298
2045 0.032% 3,885
2046 0.013% 1,533
2047 -0.005% -597
2048 -0.022% -2,642
2049 -0.035% -4,215
2050 -0.051% -6,168
2051 -0.06% -7,306
2052 -0.072% -8,715
2053 -0.082% -9,920
2054 -0.089% -10,784
2055 -0.097% -11,733
2056 -0.1% -12,049
2057 -0.104% -12,474
2058 -0.106% -12,710
2059 -0.107% -12,844
2060 -0.107% -12,833
2061 -0.107% -12,818
2062 -0.1% -11,946
2063 -0.099% -11,771
2064 -0.094% -11,221
2065 -0.088% -10,523
2066 -0.087% -10,326
2067 -0.084% -9,958
2068 -0.078% -9,228
2069 -0.078% -9,215
2070 -0.077% -9,148
2071 -0.078% -9,283
2072 -0.079% -9,325
2073 -0.081% -9,557
2074 -0.081% -9,613
2075 -0.084% -9,991
2076 -0.09% -10,617
2077 -0.092% -10,890
2078 -0.095% -11,161
2079 -0.101% -11,942
2080 -0.106% -12,463
2081 -0.109% -12,762
2082 -0.113% -13,253
2083 -0.118% -13,798
2084 -0.119% -14,000
2085 -0.123% -14,411
2086 -0.124% -14,508
2087 -0.12% -13,982
2088 -0.117% -13,668
2089 -0.113% -13,204
2090 -0.111% -12,902
2091 -0.109% -12,636
2092 -0.104% -12,104
2093 -0.098% -11,329
2094 -0.097% -11,217
2095 -0.099% -11,516
2096 -0.093% -10,741
2097 -0.093% -10,786
2098 -0.094% -10,800
2099 -0.095% -10,914
2100 -0.096% -11,044

Why is the chart for future population growth rate mostly flat?

Predicting and projecting future population growth rate is extremely hard. Especially, the further you move into the future. Thus, the scientist and data collectors of the United Nations tend to add a flat number when reasonable projections can't be made.

Understanding Population Growth Rate: How Births, Deaths, and Migration Impact Population Size of Belgium

Population growth rate is defined as the annual average rate of change of population size, for a given country, territory, or geographic area, during a specified period. It is considered an international standard for measuring population change. The United Nations uses population growth rate as one of the key indicators for measuring population trends, and for forecasting future population size. Part of that data is used on this page to visualize and explore historic and future population growth rate over time.

What is Population Growth Rate?

Population growth rate is a measure of how quickly a population is increasing or decreasing in size over time. It is expressed as a percentage of change over a time period. Most commonly, its typically messured on a yearly basis, allowing you to evaluate percentage on year over year basis. However, population growth rate can be applied and calculated on any timeframe.

  • Population growth rate is used to indicate population increase or decrease in size over time.
  • It is measured as a percentage of change, from previous to current population size.
  • It is often expressed as a yearly rate, but can be applied to any timeframe.
  • A positive population growth rate indicates that a population is increasing.
  • A negative population growth rate indicates that a population is decreasing.
  • Birth rate, death rate, and migration affect the population growth rate.
  • A high birth rate and low death rate will result in a high population growth rate.
  • A low birth rate and high death rate will result in a low population growth rate.
  • Net migration also affect the population growth rate of Belgium.
  • Population growth rate is an important metric for demographic, environmental and economic forecasting.

How is Population Growth Rate calculated?

The population growth rate indicates the increase or decrease of a population in percent (%). The formula to calculate population growth rate can be used on any timeframe. In this case it indicates the population growth reate year over year, where a negative population growth rate is presented with red coloring and positive with green. The population growth rate of Belgium is based on the de facto definition of population, which counts all residents regardless of legal status or citizenship.

Population Growth Rate Formula

Population Growth Rate = New Population - Original Population / Original Population * 100

What Causes Population Growth Rate to Increase or Decrease?

Just like any other country or region, Belgium's population growth rate is influenced by a variety of factors that causes it to increase or decrease.

Birth Rate

The number of births per 1,000 individuals in a population over a specific period of time affects population growth. Higher birth rates contribute to population growth, while lower birth rates slow down growth.

Death Rate

The number of deaths per 1,000 individuals in a population over a specific period of time also influences population growth. Higher death rates can reduce population growth, while lower death rates contribute to growth.

Total Fertility Rate

The average number of children born to women of childbearing age is known as the total fertility rate. Higher fertility rates can lead to population growth, while lower fertility rates can result in slower growth or even population decline.

Life Expectancy

The average number of years a person is expected to live affects population growth. Higher life expectancy can result in population growth, as people live longer and contribute to the population for a greater duration.

Immigration and Emigration

Migration patterns, including immigration (inflow of individuals from other countries) and emigration (outflow of individuals to other countries), can significantly impact population growth rates. Higher immigration rates can contribute to population growth, while high emigration rates can slow down growth.

Government Policies

Government policies related to family planning, healthcare, immigration, and social welfare can also influence population growth rates. For example, policies promoting contraception and family planning can lead to lower birth rates and slower growth.

Socioeconomic Factors

Factors such as economic development, education, and urbanization can affect population growth rates. Higher levels of education and economic opportunities often correlate with lower birth rates and slower population growth.

Data Information

Data found on this page is based on the medium fertility variant of the United Nations Revision of World Population Prospects 2022.

Data Sources

The United Nations - Department of Economic and Social Affairs (Population Division)

UN Revision of World Population Prospects 2022

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