Egypt
Arab Republic of Egypt
Current Population (Live)
Annual Growth Rate: +1.58%
With a population of roughly 107 million, Egypt ranks among the world’s 20 most populous countries. The country extends across 1.00 million km², translating to a density of 107 people per km². Its capital is Cairo, and Arabic is the official language, while the Egyptian pound serves as the national currency.
Population
107,271,260
Area
1,002,450 km²
Density
107/km²
World Rank
#15
Population Trend (1960-2050)
Historical data from 1960 to present with projections to 2050.
Annual Growth Rate by Period
Population growth has effectively stalled at 0% annually, suggesting the country is approaching or has reached a demographic plateau. Births occur at 21 per thousand against deaths at 5.5 per thousand, yielding a moderate natural surplus. The age distribution is relatively balanced, with 32% of residents under 15 and 5.1% over 65.
General Information
- Capital
- Cairo
- Region
- Africa
- Subregion
- Northern Africa
- Continent
- Africa
- Languages
- Arabic
- Currencies
- Egyptian pound (£)
- Calling Code
- +20
- Top-Level Domain
- .eg, .مصر
- Landlocked
- No
- UN Member
- Yes
- Timezones
- UTC+02:00
Population Details
- Total Population
- 107,271,260
- Land Area
- 1,002,450 km²
- Population Density
- 107 per km²
- Annual Growth Rate
- +1.58%
- Annual Growth
- +1,694,886 people
- Daily Growth
- +4,644 people
- World Population Share
- 1.32%
- Coordinates
- 27.00°, 30.00°
Global Population Share
Demographics & Economy
At around $3.3k per person, the economy falls into the lower-middle-income tier, reflecting ongoing development needs. Unemployment sits at 6.8%, above the global average of 5.8%. Income distribution is comparatively egalitarian, reflected in a Gini index of 28.5.
Life Expectancy
71.6 years
GDP per Capita
$3,338
Birth Rate
21.0 per 1,000
Death Rate
5.5 per 1,000
Urban Population
42.8%
Fertility Rate
2.75 births/woman
Infant Mortality
16.1 per 1,000
Unemployment
6.8%
Literacy Rate
79.5%
Internet Users
72.7%
Under 15
32.0%
Over 65
5.1%
Health Spending
4.9% GDP
Gini Index
28.5
Age Distribution
0-14 years
34.3M
15-64 years
67.5M
65+ years
5.5M
Urbanization
About 42.8% of the population is urban, indicating a society in the midst of a rural-to-urban transition. Cairo, the capital, anchors a broader network of metropolitan centers that drive economic activity. Net emigration of 57305.0 per thousand is thinning rural areas in particular, accelerating the concentration of population in cities.
45.9M
42.8%
61.4M
57.2%
Health & Education Indicators
Average life expectancy of 71.6 years is roughly in line with the global benchmark of 72.8. Infant mortality stands at 16.1 per thousand live births, somewhat higher than the global average. The literacy rate of 79.5% is roughly in line with the world average, reflecting the current state of educational investment.
Life Expectancy
World avg: 72.8
Fertility Rate
World avg: 2.3
Infant Mortality
World avg: 27.5
Literacy Rate
World avg: 86.7
Internet Users
World avg: 63
Major Cities in Egypt
Egypt has 73 cities with a population over 100,000. Click on markers to see details.
Population Projections (2026-2050)
Near-zero growth suggests that Egypt is entering a period of demographic stability—or, depending on policy responses, the early stages of decline. As a United Nations member state, Egypt participates in global discussions on sustainable development that will shape its demographic future.
| Year | Projected Population |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 107,271,260 |
| 2030 | 113,958,052 |
| 2035 | 122,347,314 |
| 2040 | 130,778,181 |
| 2045 | 139,263,033 |
| 2050 | 147,817,836 |
Population History (1960-2026)
Year-by-year population data, growth rates, and trends for Egypt.
Largest Cities in Egypt
Explore the biggest cities and urban centers in Egypt by population.
Neighboring Countries
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Egypt?
The population of Egypt is approximately 107.3 million as of 2026, making it #15 in the world by population.
What is the capital of Egypt?
The capital of Egypt is Cairo.
What languages are spoken in Egypt?
The main languages spoken in Egypt are Arabic.
How big is Egypt?
Egypt covers an area of 1,002,450 km² with a population density of 107 people per km².
Is Egypt growing or shrinking?
Egypt is growing at a rate of 1.58% per year, adding approximately 1,694,886 people annually.
What is the life expectancy in Egypt?
The average life expectancy in Egypt is 71.6 years.
What is the GDP per capita of Egypt?
The GDP per capita of Egypt is $3,338.