๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ถ Population Growth Rate of Iraq

The current population growth rate of Iraq is 2.195%. A -1.79% decrease from 2023, when the population growth rate was 2.235%. In the future, Iraq's population growth rate is projected to decrease to 0.321%, by the year 2100. A total decrease of the population growth rate of Iraq by -85.38% from today's standard.

Historic Population Growth Rate of Iraq (1950-2024)

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

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
1950 2.116% 119,701
1951 2.339% 135,300
1952 2.655% 157,455
1953 2.634% 160,363
1954 2.643% 165,202
1955 2.218% 142,088
1956 2.322% 152,142
1957 1.644% 109,853
1958 1.7% 115,531
1959 2.167% 150,134
1960 2.267% 160,576
1961 2.638% 191,496
1962 3.352% 250,739
1963 3.326% 257,247
1964 3.331% 266,415
1965 3.378% 279,363
1966 3.359% 287,315
1967 3.412% 301,922
1968 3.422% 313,338
1969 3.46% 327,871
1970 3.479% 341,351
1971 3.406% 345,811
1972 3.417% 358,962
1973 3.41% 370,686
1974 3.303% 371,327
1975 3.251% 377,627
1976 3.216% 385,811
1977 3.354% 415,885
1978 3.301% 423,149
1979 3.061% 405,098
1980 3.179% 433,979
1981 2.8% 393,804
1982 2.814% 407,040
1983 3.121% 465,069
1984 3.132% 481,522
1985 1.727% 272,126
1986 3.199% 516,604
1987 2.308% 382,992
1988 2.329% 395,663
1989 2.952% 514,825
1990 -0.471% -83,243
1991 2.573% 459,237
1992 3.369% 619,352
1993 6.226% 1,200,938
1994 3.475% 703,572
1995 3.332% 697,998
1996 3.156% 682,949
1997 3.135% 699,928
1998 3.234% 745,509
1999 3.312% 788,982
2000 3.359% 827,266
2001 3.014% 766,344
2002 3.402% 893,016
2003 2.712% 733,944
2004 3.038% 846,306
2005 2.903% 833,167
2006 -1.451% -419,322
2007 -0.245% -70,118
2008 4.057% 1,185,107
2009 3.157% 956,211
2010 3.184% 995,458
2011 3.802% 1,230,914
2012 5.145% 1,741,858
2013 4.208% 1,492,847
2014 2.821% 1,036,530
2015 2.612% 986,119
2016 2.311% 894,142
2017 2.404% 952,295
2018 2.431% 986,781
2019 2.307% 958,861
2020 2.416% 1,028,065
2021 2.125% 925,153
2022 2.247% 999,905
2023 2.235% 1,016,972
2024 2.195% 1,021,222

Future Population Growth Rate of Iraq (2024-2100)

Iraq'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 2.235% all the way down to 0.321% by the year 2100. The yearly downward trend is clearly visible from the charts and data below.

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
2024 2.195% 1,021,222
2025 2.167% 1,030,557
2026 2.135% 1,037,388
2027 2.101% 1,042,490
2028 2.08% 1,053,778
2029 2.058% 1,064,556
2030 2.037% 1,075,575
2031 2.008% 1,081,771
2032 1.989% 1,093,068
2033 1.958% 1,097,636
2034 1.931% 1,103,755
2035 1.902% 1,108,008
2036 1.864% 1,106,783
2037 1.835% 1,109,728
2038 1.794% 1,104,624
2039 1.761% 1,103,854
2040 1.725% 1,100,567
2041 1.693% 1,098,393
2042 1.649% 1,088,204
2043 1.622% 1,087,864
2044 1.576% 1,074,439
2045 1.546% 1,070,548
2046 1.523% 1,070,719
2047 1.482% 1,057,462
2048 1.454% 1,052,748
2049 1.425% 1,047,239
2050 1.393% 1,038,234
2051 1.356% 1,024,061
2052 1.34% 1,025,946
2053 1.307% 1,014,320
2054 1.283% 1,008,261
2055 1.256% 999,480
2056 1.233% 993,654
2057 1.203% 981,477
2058 1.188% 980,689
2059 1.159% 968,033
2060 1.125% 950,730
2061 1.097% 937,199
2062 1.079% 932,506
2063 1.049% 915,751
2064 1.028% 907,195
2065 1.008% 898,130
2066 0.992% 892,930
2067 0.966% 878,516
2068 0.945% 867,732
2069 0.916% 848,736
2070 0.894% 835,600
2071 0.877% 827,173
2072 0.858% 816,227
2073 0.834% 800,074
2074 0.809% 782,988
2075 0.79% 769,822
2076 0.761% 747,430
2077 0.736% 728,774
2078 0.714% 712,060
2079 0.692% 694,582
2080 0.671% 678,551
2081 0.65% 661,551
2082 0.629% 644,792
2083 0.615% 633,851
2084 0.594% 615,600
2085 0.576% 601,301
2086 0.555% 582,177
2087 0.54% 569,533
2088 0.517% 548,529
2089 0.504% 537,562
2090 0.488% 522,597
2091 0.471% 507,348
2092 0.45% 486,409
2093 0.432% 469,347
2094 0.415% 452,923
2095 0.401% 439,098
2096 0.387% 425,404
2097 0.37% 408,658
2098 0.353% 391,224
2099 0.336% 373,898
2100 0.321% 357,696

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 Iraq

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 Iraq.
  • 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 Iraq 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, Iraq'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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