๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท Population Growth Rate of Eritrea

The current population growth rate of Eritrea is 1.853%. A 4.04% increase from 2023, when the population growth rate only was 1.781%. In the future, Eritrea's population growth rate is projected to decrease to 0.194%, by the year 2100. A total decrease of the population growth rate of Eritrea by -89.53% from today's standard.

Historic Population Growth Rate of Eritrea (1950-2024)

Eritrea has seen an increase in population growth rate since the 1950's.

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
1950 1.428% 11,744
1951 1.554% 12,972
1952 1.657% 14,058
1953 1.744% 15,050
1954 1.824% 16,021
1955 1.891% 16,920
1956 1.96% 17,881
1957 2.056% 19,140
1958 2.125% 20,197
1959 2.214% 21,504
1960 2.29% 22,755
1961 2.357% 23,971
1962 2.426% 25,269
1963 2.457% 26,218
1964 2.493% 27,276
1965 2.507% 28,118
1966 2.515% 28,933
1967 2.514% 29,647
1968 2.517% 30,448
1969 2.537% 31,471
1970 2.585% 32,902
1971 2.608% 34,070
1972 2.621% 35,137
1973 2.632% 36,221
1974 2.632% 37,187
1975 2.627% 38,106
1976 2.65% 39,471
1977 2.669% 40,821
1978 2.671% 41,962
1979 2.684% 43,309
1980 2.714% 44,997
1981 2.736% 46,618
1982 2.735% 47,895
1983 2.758% 49,643
1984 2.699% 49,917
1985 2.6% 49,379
1986 2.634% 51,359
1987 2.506% 50,129
1988 2.547% 52,252
1989 2.327% 48,919
1990 2.174% 46,738
1991 -13.172% -268,218
1992 1.67% 32,084
1993 4.465% 88,449
1994 1.651% 33,712
1995 9.079% 195,729
1996 0.794% 17,977
1997 1.615% 36,998
1998 1.093% 25,387
1999 1.785% 42,059
2000 1.285% 30,747
2001 4.361% 107,347
2002 2.499% 63,648
2003 5.59% 148,285
2004 2.577% 71,213
2005 2.33% 65,972
2006 1.068% 30,750
2007 2.098% 61,399
2008 3.255% 97,824
2009 1.894% 58,394
2010 2.201% 69,284
2011 1.571% 50,402
2012 1.219% 39,650
2013 1.453% 47,892
2014 0.187% 6,224
2015 0.807% 26,938
2016 0.702% 23,625
2017 1.168% 39,666
2018 1.661% 57,217
2019 1.42% 49,670
2020 1.812% 64,430
2021 1.781% 64,458
2022 1.71% 62,981
2023 1.781% 66,759
2024 1.853% 70,739

Future Population Growth Rate of Eritrea (2024-2100)

Eritrea'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 1.781% all the way down to 0.194% by the year 2100. The yearly downward trend is clearly visible from the charts and data below.

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
2024 1.853% 70,739
2025 1.882% 73,219
2026 1.902% 75,386
2027 1.931% 78,026
2028 1.947% 80,211
2029 1.945% 81,697
2030 1.952% 83,591
2031 1.945% 84,950
2032 1.929% 85,893
2033 1.907% 86,563
2034 1.87% 86,514
2035 1.844% 86,913
2036 1.805% 86,606
2037 1.77% 86,464
2038 1.74% 86,501
2039 1.704% 86,179
2040 1.662% 85,517
2041 1.622% 84,828
2042 1.586% 84,264
2043 1.55% 83,645
2044 1.52% 83,320
2045 1.475% 82,073
2046 1.444% 81,537
2047 1.395% 79,875
2048 1.366% 79,335
2049 1.338% 78,729
2050 1.313% 78,330
2051 1.292% 78,061
2052 1.266% 77,493
2053 1.239% 76,811
2054 1.216% 76,289
2055 1.199% 76,103
2056 1.174% 75,426
2057 1.16% 75,392
2058 1.13% 74,304
2059 1.108% 73,681
2060 1.087% 73,084
2061 1.059% 71,992
2062 1.043% 71,633
2063 1.029% 71,400
2064 0.998% 69,963
2065 0.971% 68,742
2066 0.95% 67,872
2067 0.923% 66,557
2068 0.901% 65,594
2069 0.87% 63,900
2070 0.841% 62,290
2071 0.823% 61,483
2072 0.795% 59,858
2073 0.767% 58,215
2074 0.743% 56,789
2075 0.718% 55,299
2076 0.695% 53,930
2077 0.666% 52,048
2078 0.641% 50,372
2079 0.614% 48,578
2080 0.588% 46,821
2081 0.557% 44,583
2082 0.539% 43,363
2083 0.515% 41,689
2084 0.49% 39,813
2085 0.465% 38,015
2086 0.447% 36,665
2087 0.426% 35,122
2088 0.404% 33,485
2089 0.385% 31,991
2090 0.364% 30,401
2091 0.34% 28,446
2092 0.323% 27,156
2093 0.308% 25,991
2094 0.288% 24,326
2095 0.273% 23,121
2096 0.259% 22,052
2097 0.242% 20,619
2098 0.225% 19,182
2099 0.208% 17,809
2100 0.194% 16,599

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 Eritrea

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 Eritrea.
  • 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 Eritrea 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, Eritrea'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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