๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Population Growth Rate of Singapore

The current population growth rate of Singapore is 0.619%. A -3.28% decrease from 2023, when the population growth rate was 0.64%. In the future, Singapore's population growth rate is projected to decrease to -0.082%, by the year 2100. A total decrease of the population growth rate of Singapore by -113.25% from today's standard.

Historic Population Growth Rate of Singapore (1950-2024)

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

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
1950 3.964% 39,903
1951 4.25% 44,570
1952 4.564% 50,019
1953 4.79% 55,020
1954 4.968% 59,914
1955 4.961% 62,872
1956 5.034% 67,067
1957 4.939% 69,164
1958 4.684% 68,825
1959 4.411% 67,835
1960 3.641% 58,281
1961 3.298% 54,659
1962 3.06% 52,350
1963 2.87% 50,576
1964 2.707% 49,050
1965 2.558% 47,594
1966 2.349% 44,796
1967 2.158% 42,077
1968 1.945% 38,709
1969 1.715% 34,763
1970 1.653% 34,075
1971 1.625% 34,064
1972 1.748% 37,266
1973 1.675% 36,330
1974 1.435% 31,602
1975 1.281% 28,590
1976 1.345% 30,433
1977 1.31% 30,026
1978 1.384% 32,143
1979 1.604% 37,814
1980 1.966% 47,186
1981 2.235% 54,799
1982 2.241% 56,196
1983 2.297% 58,912
1984 2.297% 60,283
1985 2.344% 62,965
1986 2.346% 64,500
1987 2.328% 65,529
1988 2.291% 65,996
1989 2.186% 64,382
1990 2.933% 88,648
1991 3.467% 108,174
1992 3.316% 107,048
1993 3.142% 104,752
1994 3.031% 104,213
1995 3.0% 106,310
1996 3.005% 109,745
1997 2.865% 107,749
1998 2.678% 103,537
1999 2.442% 96,841
2000 1.909% 77,401
2001 1.409% 58,069
2002 1.265% 52,844
2003 1.098% 46,395
2004 0.974% 41,581
2005 2.46% 106,891
2006 3.946% 177,000
2007 3.782% 176,345
2008 3.596% 173,948
2009 3.406% 170,656
2010 2.617% 135,115
2011 1.901% 100,394
2012 1.839% 98,927
2013 1.737% 95,173
2014 1.611% 89,721
2015 1.227% 69,312
2016 0.954% 54,518
2017 0.878% 50,590
2018 0.851% 49,509
2019 0.924% 54,228
2020 0.553% 32,701
2021 0.5% 29,681
2022 0.662% 39,575
2023 0.64% 38,494
2024 0.619% 37,479

Future Population Growth Rate of Singapore (2024-2100)

Singapore'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 0.64% all the way down to -0.082% by the year 2100. The yearly downward trend is clearly visible from the charts and data below.

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
2024 0.619% 37,479
2025 0.594% 36,183
2026 0.572% 35,043
2027 0.544% 33,529
2028 0.516% 31,935
2029 0.48% 29,855
2030 0.448% 27,987
2031 0.41% 25,765
2032 0.37% 23,343
2033 0.33% 20,887
2034 0.286% 18,146
2035 0.246% 15,628
2036 0.205% 13,051
2037 0.162% 10,352
2038 0.121% 7,766
2039 0.083% 5,289
2040 0.048% 3,056
2041 0.006% 355
2042 -0.029% -1,884
2043 -0.061% -3,908
2044 -0.09% -5,792
2045 -0.12% -7,677
2046 -0.145% -9,269
2047 -0.168% -10,740
2048 -0.192% -12,217
2049 -0.213% -13,509
2050 -0.233% -14,776
2051 -0.25% -15,815
2052 -0.266% -16,753
2053 -0.283% -17,786
2054 -0.295% -18,504
2055 -0.304% -18,996
2056 -0.315% -19,658
2057 -0.325% -20,215
2058 -0.333% -20,615
2059 -0.341% -21,015
2060 -0.347% -21,357
2061 -0.347% -21,239
2062 -0.356% -21,717
2063 -0.358% -21,805
2064 -0.364% -22,067
2065 -0.368% -22,234
2066 -0.369% -22,236
2067 -0.371% -22,248
2068 -0.373% -22,278
2069 -0.373% -22,214
2070 -0.376% -22,320
2071 -0.375% -22,182
2072 -0.376% -22,115
2073 -0.378% -22,183
2074 -0.376% -21,975
2075 -0.371% -21,605
2076 -0.366% -21,248
2077 -0.362% -20,913
2078 -0.36% -20,740
2079 -0.355% -20,381
2080 -0.348% -19,871
2081 -0.344% -19,585
2082 -0.333% -18,904
2083 -0.324% -18,316
2084 -0.315% -17,755
2085 -0.309% -17,371
2086 -0.3% -16,839
2087 -0.291% -16,252
2088 -0.28% -15,628
2089 -0.267% -14,842
2090 -0.257% -14,240
2091 -0.244% -13,512
2092 -0.231% -12,733
2093 -0.216% -11,889
2094 -0.194% -10,677
2095 -0.179% -9,834
2096 -0.16% -8,775
2097 -0.141% -7,717
2098 -0.12% -6,541
2099 -0.101% -5,487
2100 -0.082% -4,471

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 Singapore

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 Singapore.
  • 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 Singapore 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, Singapore'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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