Countries with the Fastest Growing Populations (2024)
Source: World Bank·25 countries·Updated 2024
Some countries are experiencing rapid demographic expansion driven by high birth rates and migration. Here are the 25 fastest-growing populations in 2024.
Qatar leads with population growth (%) of 7.3%.
Chad ranks #2 at 4.9%.
United Arab Emirates ranks #3 at 4.7%.
Saudi Arabia ranks #4 at 4.6%.
Oman ranks #5 at 4.5%.
Top 25 Countries by Population Growth (%)
| # | Country | Population Growth (%) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Qatar | 7.3% | 2024 |
| 2 |  Chad | 4.9% | 2024 |
| 3 |  United Arab Emirates | 4.7% | 2024 |
| 4 |  Saudi Arabia | 4.6% | 2024 |
| 5 |  Oman | 4.5% | 2024 |
| 6 |  Syrian Arab Republic | 4.5% | 2024 |
| 7 |  South Sudan | 3.9% | 2024 |
| 8 |  Somalia, Fed. Rep. | 3.5% | 2024 |
| 9 |  Central African Republic | 3.4% | 2024 |
| 10 |  Niger | 3.3% | 2024 |
| 11 |  Congo, Dem. Rep. | 3.2% | 2024 |
| 12 |  Angola | 3.0% | 2024 |
| 13 |  Yemen, Rep. | 3.0% | 2024 |
| 14 |  Canada | 3.0% | 2024 |
| 15 |  Mali | 2.9% | 2024 |
| 16 |  Mozambique | 2.9% | 2024 |
| 17 |  Mauritania | 2.9% | 2024 |
| 18 |  Tanzania | 2.9% | 2024 |
| 19 |  Malta | 2.9% | 2024 |
| 20 |  Afghanistan | 2.8% | 2024 |
| 21 |  Zambia | 2.8% | 2024 |
| 22 |  Uganda | 2.8% | 2024 |
| 23 |  Cameroon | 2.6% | 2024 |
| 24 |  Burundi | 2.6% | 2024 |
| 25 |  Ethiopia | 2.6% | 2024 |
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FAQ
What is the highest population growth (%) in 2024?
Qatar has the highest population growth (%) at 7.3% in 2024.
How many countries are included in this ranking?
This article features the top 25 countries out of 217 with available data. Full rankings available on the indicator page.
Where does this data come from?
Data is sourced from the World Bank. It is updated regularly as new releases become available.