๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Population Growth Rate of Southern Europe

The current population growth rate of Southern Europe is -0.241%. A -6.59% increase from 2023, when the population growth rate only was -0.258%. In the future, Southern Europe's population growth rate is projected to decrease to -0.663%, by the year 2100. A total decrease of the population growth rate of Southern Europe by 175.1% from today's standard.

Historic Population Growth Rate of Southern Europe (1950-2024)

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

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
1950 0.897% 974,225
1951 0.773% 845,921
1952 0.833% 918,835
1953 1.077% 1,199,845
1954 0.835% 939,739
1955 0.825% 936,165
1956 0.753% 861,316
1957 0.776% 894,380
1958 0.82% 951,788
1959 0.818% 957,934
1960 0.717% 846,038
1961 0.832% 989,092
1962 0.835% 1,000,780
1963 0.838% 1,013,474
1964 0.919% 1,120,380
1965 0.84% 1,033,819
1966 0.826% 1,025,491
1967 0.785% 982,467
1968 0.708% 892,861
1969 0.675% 856,059
1970 0.612% 781,820
1971 0.866% 1,113,917
1972 0.946% 1,228,657
1973 0.906% 1,187,332
1974 1.002% 1,325,876
1975 0.87% 1,162,500
1976 0.857% 1,154,889
1977 0.809% 1,098,806
1978 0.754% 1,031,834
1979 0.694% 956,866
1980 0.79% 1,097,664
1981 0.492% 687,710
1982 0.441% 619,497
1983 0.358% 504,312
1984 0.36% 509,660
1985 0.306% 433,954
1986 0.269% 383,625
1987 0.248% 354,637
1988 0.235% 337,037
1989 0.197% 282,115
1990 0.157% 225,044
1991 0.147% 211,401
1992 -0.065% -93,607
1993 0.13% 186,991
1994 0.157% 225,971
1995 0.295% 425,883
1996 0.345% 499,844
1997 0.274% 399,033
1998 -0.016% -22,600
1999 0.07% 101,549
2000 0.207% 301,270
2001 0.235% 343,506
2002 0.676% 993,559
2003 0.752% 1,113,207
2004 0.723% 1,077,589
2005 0.574% 861,488
2006 0.586% 884,057
2007 0.808% 1,228,016
2008 0.549% 840,154
2009 0.246% 377,049
2010 0.172% 265,014
2011 0.089% 137,201
2012 -0.079% -121,897
2013 -0.229% -352,052
2014 -0.221% -339,953
2015 -0.201% -308,524
2016 -0.124% -190,282
2017 -0.118% -180,170
2018 -0.014% -21,650
2019 0.042% 64,775
2020 -0.274% -418,102
2021 -0.216% -328,069
2022 -0.273% -413,785
2023 -0.258% -390,203
2024 -0.241% -364,301

Future Population Growth Rate of Southern Europe (2024-2100)

Southern Europe'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 -0.258% all the way down to -0.663% by the year 2100. The yearly downward trend is clearly visible from the charts and data below.

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
2024 -0.241% -364,301
2025 -0.254% -382,247
2026 -0.264% -397,317
2027 -0.275% -412,380
2028 -0.287% -428,561
2029 -0.297% -441,685
2030 -0.305% -453,431
2031 -0.315% -465,881
2032 -0.323% -477,372
2033 -0.334% -490,890
2034 -0.345% -505,596
2035 -0.357% -520,842
2036 -0.369% -537,468
2037 -0.381% -552,726
2038 -0.393% -567,394
2039 -0.408% -587,241
2040 -0.422% -605,101
2041 -0.44% -628,270
2042 -0.458% -650,164
2043 -0.475% -671,260
2044 -0.495% -695,976
2045 -0.515% -720,389
2046 -0.536% -746,492
2047 -0.559% -773,526
2048 -0.583% -802,930
2049 -0.608% -832,545
2050 -0.634% -862,679
2051 -0.659% -890,465
2052 -0.685% -919,338
2053 -0.709% -944,893
2054 -0.734% -971,061
2055 -0.755% -992,282
2056 -0.777% -1,013,077
2057 -0.796% -1,029,045
2058 -0.812% -1,042,104
2059 -0.826% -1,051,098
2060 -0.838% -1,056,991
2061 -0.847% -1,059,804
2062 -0.856% -1,062,375
2063 -0.858% -1,056,104
2064 -0.862% -1,051,309
2065 -0.863% -1,043,603
2066 -0.861% -1,032,629
2067 -0.858% -1,019,269
2068 -0.851% -1,003,339
2069 -0.844% -986,156
2070 -0.834% -966,069
2071 -0.82% -942,575
2072 -0.808% -920,630
2073 -0.796% -899,717
2074 -0.78% -875,097
2075 -0.763% -849,663
2076 -0.749% -827,971
2077 -0.734% -804,939
2078 -0.722% -785,971
2079 -0.707% -763,992
2080 -0.697% -747,854
2081 -0.687% -732,365
2082 -0.679% -719,044
2083 -0.671% -705,755
2084 -0.665% -695,043
2085 -0.664% -689,599
2086 -0.66% -680,767
2087 -0.66% -675,840
2088 -0.659% -670,492
2089 -0.658% -664,598
2090 -0.657% -660,058
2091 -0.659% -657,291
2092 -0.66% -654,271
2093 -0.66% -649,319
2094 -0.662% -647,177
2095 -0.662% -643,183
2096 -0.663% -639,754
2097 -0.664% -636,974
2098 -0.664% -632,606
2099 -0.664% -628,039
2100 -0.663% -623,021

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 Southern Europe

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 Southern Europe.
  • 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 Southern Europe 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, Southern Europe'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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