๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ Population Growth Rate of South Sudan

The current population growth rate of South Sudan is 1.708%. A 2.95% increase from 2023, when the population growth rate only was 1.659%. In the future, South Sudan's population growth rate is projected to decrease to 0.089%, by the year 2100. A total decrease of the population growth rate of South Sudan by -94.79% from today's standard.

Historic Population Growth Rate of South Sudan (1950-2024)

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

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
1950 1.289% 32,124
1951 1.42% 35,869
1952 1.531% 39,236
1953 1.637% 42,643
1954 1.721% 45,582
1955 1.772% 47,760
1956 1.731% 47,489
1957 1.67% 46,595
1958 1.276% 36,115
1959 1.33% 38,147
1960 1.386% 40,297
1961 1.43% 42,162
1962 1.486% 44,472
1963 1.432% 43,465
1964 1.99% 61,460
1965 1.539% 48,382
1966 1.098% 34,984
1967 1.189% 38,321
1968 1.264% 41,214
1969 1.185% 39,119
1970 1.254% 41,917
1971 1.969% 66,880
1972 1.99% 68,933
1973 2.444% 86,569
1974 2.417% 87,717
1975 2.41% 89,624
1976 2.391% 91,048
1977 2.405% 93,809
1978 2.401% 95,926
1979 2.391% 97,836
1980 2.4% 100,604
1981 2.401% 103,104
1982 2.405% 105,759
1983 2.282% 102,728
1984 2.135% 98,268
1985 2.329% 109,604
1986 2.402% 115,780
1987 0.664% 32,503
1988 -3.954% -190,362
1989 -0.555% -26,145
1990 2.411% 114,528
1991 2.429% 118,208
1992 1.238% 61,360
1993 1.217% 61,047
1994 3.662% 188,334
1995 2.452% 130,025
1996 2.497% 135,678
1997 3.102% 173,355
1998 0.819% 46,696
1999 4.355% 254,722
2000 4.48% 273,869
2001 4.475% 286,112
2002 4.446% 297,225
2003 4.51% 315,310
2004 4.568% 334,191
2005 4.658% 356,883
2006 4.694% 376,842
2007 4.75% 399,769
2008 4.674% 412,363
2009 4.316% 398,313
2010 5.891% 572,073
2011 4.738% 485,188
2012 4.037% 431,921
2013 3.394% 376,932
2014 -1.449% -162,425
2015 1.112% 124,455
2016 -3.442% -380,844
2017 -4.081% -434,915
2018 -0.874% -90,877
2019 1.872% 195,550
2020 1.146% 121,572
2021 1.512% 162,519
2022 1.533% 167,263
2023 1.659% 184,002
2024 1.708% 192,590

Future Population Growth Rate of South Sudan (2024-2100)

South Sudan'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 1.659% all the way down to 0.089% by the year 2100. The yearly downward trend is clearly visible from the charts and data below.

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
2024 1.708% 192,590
2025 1.744% 200,104
2026 1.768% 206,391
2027 1.807% 214,760
2028 1.839% 222,630
2029 1.881% 231,938
2030 1.928% 242,384
2031 1.948% 249,649
2032 1.964% 256,637
2033 1.944% 259,031
2034 1.933% 262,680
2035 1.897% 262,806
2036 1.844% 260,252
2037 1.793% 257,743
2038 1.757% 257,043
2039 1.696% 252,451
2040 1.649% 249,491
2041 1.608% 247,343
2042 1.563% 244,276
2043 1.518% 240,922
2044 1.469% 236,648
2045 1.411% 230,672
2046 1.381% 228,889
2047 1.338% 224,716
2048 1.305% 222,095
2049 1.264% 218,030
2050 1.236% 215,752
2051 1.206% 213,120
2052 1.169% 209,079
2053 1.145% 207,176
2054 1.114% 203,911
2055 1.092% 202,125
2056 1.073% 200,760
2057 1.056% 199,601
2058 1.032% 197,141
2059 1.016% 196,082
2060 1.0% 194,978
2061 0.99% 194,977
2062 0.972% 193,328
2063 0.948% 190,362
2064 0.929% 188,250
2065 0.911% 186,284
2066 0.887% 183,072
2067 0.864% 179,804
2068 0.837% 175,772
2069 0.813% 172,070
2070 0.781% 166,599
2071 0.742% 159,585
2072 0.699% 151,327
2073 0.677% 147,559
2074 0.644% 141,478
2075 0.609% 134,547
2076 0.573% 127,291
2077 0.536% 119,716
2078 0.508% 114,042
2079 0.478% 107,992
2080 0.447% 101,273
2081 0.415% 94,420
2082 0.387% 88,500
2083 0.362% 83,137
2084 0.337% 77,510
2085 0.307% 70,836
2086 0.282% 65,336
2087 0.259% 60,079
2088 0.24% 55,884
2089 0.22% 51,444
2090 0.201% 46,999
2091 0.18% 42,159
2092 0.167% 39,296
2093 0.155% 36,456
2094 0.143% 33,658
2095 0.134% 31,587
2096 0.122% 28,876
2097 0.114% 27,008
2098 0.106% 25,006
2099 0.098% 23,294
2100 0.089% 21,038

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 South Sudan

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 South Sudan.
  • 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 South Sudan 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, South Sudan'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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