๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡น Population Growth Rate of Ethiopia

The current population growth rate of Ethiopia is 2.582%. A -0.12% decrease from 2023, when the population growth rate was 2.585%. In the future, Ethiopia's population growth rate is projected to decrease to 0.484%, by the year 2100. A total decrease of the population growth rate of Ethiopia by -81.25% from today's standard.

Historic Population Growth Rate of Ethiopia (1950-2024)

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

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
1950 1.74% 307,474
1951 1.834% 329,825
1952 1.879% 344,397
1953 1.889% 352,811
1954 1.963% 373,706
1955 2.007% 389,765
1956 2.061% 408,464
1957 1.493% 301,244
1958 1.523% 311,848
1959 2.317% 483,791
1960 2.402% 513,385
1961 2.49% 545,434
1962 2.549% 572,615
1963 2.605% 600,405
1964 2.66% 629,418
1965 2.71% 658,710
1966 2.507% 625,443
1967 2.77% 709,732
1968 2.755% 725,576
1969 2.747% 743,705
1970 2.765% 769,410
1971 2.701% 772,546
1972 2.643% 776,459
1973 2.678% 807,894
1974 2.497% 773,082
1975 2.392% 758,877
1976 2.654% 863,455
1977 1.213% 402,252
1978 2.171% 732,389
1979 0.805% 275,730
1980 0.302% 103,995
1981 4.666% 1,647,000
1982 3.127% 1,147,556
1983 2.468% 931,498
1984 2.732% 1,058,312
1985 2.898% 1,154,516
1986 3.013% 1,236,523
1987 3.788% 1,608,245
1988 4.017% 1,773,327
1989 3.672% 1,684,403
1990 3.73% 1,775,725
1991 4.907% 2,439,162
1992 3.537% 1,833,937
1993 3.494% 1,876,351
1994 3.469% 1,928,882
1995 3.342% 1,922,772
1996 3.259% 1,937,829
1997 3.153% 1,935,977
1998 3.128% 1,981,994
1999 3.121% 2,040,080
2000 3.017% 2,033,786
2001 3.049% 2,118,750
2002 3.039% 2,176,760
2003 3.004% 2,217,532
2004 2.986% 2,271,554
2005 2.947% 2,308,975
2006 2.928% 2,363,064
2007 2.932% 2,436,391
2008 2.858% 2,444,510
2009 2.822% 2,483,427
2010 2.848% 2,578,327
2011 2.839% 2,644,586
2012 2.77% 2,653,008
2013 2.669% 2,626,960
2014 2.697% 2,726,757
2015 2.673% 2,776,293
2016 2.742% 2,925,762
2017 2.709% 2,970,876
2018 2.685% 3,024,467
2019 2.698% 3,121,993
2020 2.724% 3,238,585
2021 2.623% 3,203,249
2022 2.623% 3,288,147
2023 2.585% 3,326,664
2024 2.582% 3,409,487

Future Population Growth Rate of Ethiopia (2024-2100)

Ethiopia'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 2.585% all the way down to 0.484% by the year 2100. The yearly downward trend is clearly visible from the charts and data below.

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
2024 2.582% 3,409,487
2025 2.521% 3,415,079
2026 2.48% 3,445,190
2027 2.445% 3,480,034
2028 2.381% 3,472,895
2029 2.355% 3,516,705
2030 2.304% 3,521,886
2031 2.259% 3,532,256
2032 2.22% 3,550,686
2033 2.146% 3,508,147
2034 2.122% 3,542,809
2035 2.091% 3,565,512
2036 2.047% 3,564,130
2037 2.005% 3,562,596
2038 1.979% 3,586,921
2039 1.954% 3,611,507
2040 1.921% 3,620,076
2041 1.882% 3,615,379
2042 1.859% 3,637,971
2043 1.84% 3,667,392
2044 1.806% 3,665,378
2045 1.768% 3,653,159
2046 1.747% 3,675,258
2047 1.727% 3,696,062
2048 1.689% 3,677,332
2049 1.652% 3,656,932
2050 1.614% 3,632,143
2051 1.617% 3,698,509
2052 1.562% 3,629,464
2053 1.523% 3,593,424
2054 1.497% 3,585,890
2055 1.453% 3,531,349
2056 1.463% 3,607,804
2057 1.401% 3,504,552
2058 1.357% 3,443,170
2059 1.373% 3,531,506
2060 1.338% 3,489,453
2061 1.322% 3,492,987
2062 1.27% 3,398,377
2063 1.244% 3,372,226
2064 1.216% 3,335,743
2065 1.184% 3,287,461
2066 1.155% 3,244,562
2067 1.157% 3,289,073
2068 1.111% 3,193,213
2069 1.089% 3,166,096
2070 1.061% 3,116,265
2071 1.044% 3,099,715
2072 1.029% 3,085,553
2073 0.988% 2,994,404
2074 0.991% 3,032,875
2075 0.968% 2,992,406
2076 0.941% 2,937,094
2077 0.919% 2,892,694
2078 0.889% 2,824,277
2079 0.841% 2,696,692
2080 0.825% 2,667,456
2081 0.814% 2,652,118
2082 0.806% 2,647,984
2083 0.765% 2,533,927
2084 0.745% 2,486,667
2085 0.736% 2,472,502
2086 0.726% 2,458,941
2087 0.682% 2,325,319
2088 0.643% 2,206,130
2089 0.631% 2,180,567
2090 0.641% 2,230,143
2091 0.613% 2,143,830
2092 0.581% 2,044,552
2093 0.578% 2,044,735
2094 0.573% 2,038,701
2095 0.535% 1,915,796
2096 0.557% 2,005,600
2097 0.531% 1,921,517
2098 0.495% 1,801,711
2099 0.47% 1,718,076
2100 0.484% 1,777,089

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 Ethiopia

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 Ethiopia.
  • 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 Ethiopia 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, Ethiopia'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 2024.

Data Published: 2024-07-11

Data Sources

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

UN Revision of World Population Prospects 2024

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