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🗺️ Population Growth Rate of Southern Europe

The current population growth rate of Southern Europe is -0.34%. A 22.74% decrease from 2023, when the population growth rate was -0.277%. In the future, Southern Europe's population growth rate is projected to decrease to -0.595%, by the year 2100. A total decrease of the population growth rate of Southern Europe by 75.0% 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 0.852% 925,113
1951 0.719% 786,335
1952 0.778% 857,631
1953 1.048% 1,165,980
1954 0.822% 923,528
1955 0.821% 929,310
1956 0.751% 856,777
1957 0.794% 913,500
1958 0.844% 978,070
1959 0.847% 990,829
1960 0.777% 916,099
1961 0.826% 981,197
1962 0.846% 1,013,432
1963 0.853% 1,030,483
1964 0.943% 1,149,889
1965 0.867% 1,066,753
1966 0.92% 1,142,356
1967 0.835% 1,045,439
1968 0.77% 972,323
1969 0.632% 803,708
1970 0.605% 774,268
1971 0.87% 1,121,437
1972 0.944% 1,227,230
1973 0.862% 1,131,386
1974 0.969% 1,282,802
1975 0.897% 1,199,149
1976 0.89% 1,200,705
1977 0.786% 1,069,340
1978 0.764% 1,046,819
1979 0.704% 972,802
1980 0.82% 1,141,314
1981 0.492% 689,602
1982 0.427% 601,441
1983 0.371% 523,880
1984 0.366% 519,139
1985 0.307% 437,284
1986 0.278% 397,343
1987 0.253% 361,677
1988 0.232% 332,110
1989 0.172% 247,793
1990 0.141% 203,142
1991 0.166% 238,979
1992 -0.088% -127,177
1993 0.027% 38,889
1994 0.395% 570,256
1995 -0.097% -140,123
1996 0.308% 446,256
1997 0.249% 361,669
1998 0.006% 8,066
1999 0.084% 122,201
2000 0.215% 313,552
2001 0.275% 401,160
2002 0.705% 1,035,436
2003 0.787% 1,164,464
2004 0.766% 1,142,267
2005 0.627% 941,635
2006 0.632% 954,389
2007 0.85% 1,293,175
2008 0.58% 889,272
2009 0.267% 411,359
2010 0.171% 264,214
2011 0.067% 102,843
2012 -0.126% -194,958
2013 -0.26% -401,096
2014 -0.255% -391,988
2015 -0.28% -428,598
2016 -0.099% -151,391
2017 -0.091% -139,294
2018 -0.001% -1,226
2019 0.071% 109,241
2020 -0.22% -335,184
2021 -0.333% -507,540
2022 -0.059% -90,145
2023 -0.277% -419,726
2024 -0.34% -514,148

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 -0.277% all the way down to -0.595% by the year 2100. The yearly downward trend is clearly visible from the charts and data below.

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
2024 -0.34% -514,148
2025 -0.293% -441,973
2026 -0.314% -472,646
2027 -0.323% -484,667
2028 -0.332% -495,374
2029 -0.342% -508,768
2030 -0.364% -540,404
2031 -0.377% -556,606
2032 -0.374% -550,659
2033 -0.379% -555,476
2034 -0.391% -571,091
2035 -0.399% -580,943
2036 -0.403% -584,492
2037 -0.414% -597,716
2038 -0.419% -601,944
2039 -0.438% -627,181
2040 -0.445% -633,479
2041 -0.451% -639,537
2042 -0.468% -660,699
2043 -0.486% -683,465
2044 -0.498% -695,824
2045 -0.521% -724,992
2046 -0.536% -742,384
2047 -0.562% -774,211
2048 -0.573% -784,221
2049 -0.609% -828,907
2050 -0.624% -843,231
2051 -0.64% -860,044
2052 -0.667% -891,175
2053 -0.701% -928,987
2054 -0.713% -938,275
2055 -0.738% -964,050
2056 -0.775% -1,004,943
2057 -0.781% -1,004,805
2058 -0.794% -1,014,504
2059 -0.81% -1,026,843
2060 -0.819% -1,028,737
2061 -0.835% -1,041,012
2062 -0.843% -1,041,344
2063 -0.835% -1,023,188
2064 -0.84% -1,020,468
2065 -0.831% -1,001,889
2066 -0.822% -982,566
2067 -0.812% -962,650
2068 -0.815% -958,378
2069 -0.799% -932,143
2070 -0.791% -915,782
2071 -0.766% -880,001
2072 -0.759% -865,267
2073 -0.738% -834,389
2074 -0.726% -815,239
2075 -0.693% -773,079
2076 -0.673% -745,172
2077 -0.651% -716,071
2078 -0.635% -694,068
2079 -0.625% -679,295
2080 -0.608% -656,214
2081 -0.596% -639,765
2082 -0.584% -622,598
2083 -0.573% -607,936
2084 -0.57% -601,540
2085 -0.563% -590,748
2086 -0.55% -573,902
2087 -0.553% -573,232
2088 -0.556% -573,617
2089 -0.565% -579,029
2090 -0.558% -569,229
2091 -0.549% -557,062
2092 -0.557% -562,197
2093 -0.553% -554,361
2094 -0.557% -555,992
2095 -0.572% -567,042
2096 -0.571% -563,010
2097 -0.582% -570,658
2098 -0.578% -563,179
2099 -0.589% -570,563
2100 -0.595% -573,633

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 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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