Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyz Republic
Current Population (Live)
Annual Growth Rate: +1.61%
Kyrgyzstan is a Central Asia landlocked nation of around 7.28 million residents, placing it above the global median in population. This landlocked territory spans 199,951 km² with a density of 36 people per km². Its capital is Bishkek, and official languages include Kyrgyz and Russian, while the Kyrgyzstani som serves as the national currency.
Population
7,281,800
Area
199,951 km²
Density
36/km²
World Rank
#106
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 20.6 per thousand against deaths at 4.4 per thousand, yielding a moderate natural surplus. The age distribution is relatively balanced, with 32.3% of residents under 15 and 5.7% over 65.
General Information
- Capital
- Bishkek
- Region
- Asia
- Subregion
- Central Asia
- Continent
- Asia
- Languages
- Kyrgyz, Russian
- Currencies
- Kyrgyzstani som (с)
- Calling Code
- +996
- Top-Level Domain
- .kg
- Landlocked
- Yes
- UN Member
- Yes
- Timezones
- UTC+06:00
Population Details
- Total Population
- 7,281,800
- Land Area
- 199,951 km²
- Population Density
- 36 per km²
- Annual Growth Rate
- +1.61%
- Annual Growth
- +117,237 people
- Daily Growth
- +321 people
- World Population Share
- 0.09%
- Coordinates
- 41.00°, 75.00°
Global Population Share
Demographics & Economy
At around $2.4k per person, the economy falls into the lower-middle-income tier, reflecting ongoing development needs. Unemployment sits at 3.5%, below the global average of 5.8%. Income distribution is comparatively egalitarian, reflected in a Gini index of 27.2.
Life Expectancy
72.3 years
GDP per Capita
$2,420
Birth Rate
20.6 per 1,000
Death Rate
4.4 per 1,000
Urban Population
34.7%
Fertility Rate
2.70 births/woman
Infant Mortality
14.9 per 1,000
Unemployment
3.5%
Literacy Rate
99.2%
Internet Users
88.5%
Under 15
32.3%
Over 65
5.7%
Health Spending
4.5% GDP
Gini Index
27.2
Age Distribution
0-14 years
2.4M
15-64 years
4.5M
65+ years
414K
Urbanization
Only 34.7% of the population lives in urban areas, reflecting a predominantly rural way of life that shapes access to services and markets. The capital, Bishkek, remains the primary hub for government and commerce. Net inward migration of 1815.0 per thousand is contributing to urban growth and reshaping community demographics.
2.5M
34.7%
4.8M
65.3%
Health & Education Indicators
Average life expectancy of 72.3 years is roughly in line with the global benchmark of 72.8. Infant mortality stands at 14.9 per thousand live births, somewhat higher than the global average. Near-universal literacy (99.2%) provides a strong foundation for workforce development and civic participation.
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 Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan has 3 cities with a population over 100,000. Click on markers to see details.
Population Projections (2026-2050)
Near-zero growth suggests that Kyrgyzstan is entering a period of demographic stability—or, depending on policy responses, the early stages of decline. As a United Nations member state, Kyrgyzstan participates in global discussions on sustainable development that will shape its demographic future.
| Year | Projected Population |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 7,281,800 |
| 2030 | 7,744,195 |
| 2035 | 8,324,249 |
| 2040 | 8,907,017 |
| 2045 | 9,493,284 |
| 2050 | 10,084,099 |
Population History (1960-2026)
Year-by-year population data, growth rates, and trends for Kyrgyzstan.
Largest Cities in Kyrgyzstan
Explore the biggest cities and urban centers in Kyrgyzstan by population.
Neighboring Countries
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Kyrgyzstan?
The population of Kyrgyzstan is approximately 7.3 million as of 2026, making it #106 in the world by population.
What is the capital of Kyrgyzstan?
The capital of Kyrgyzstan is Bishkek.
What languages are spoken in Kyrgyzstan?
The main languages spoken in Kyrgyzstan are Kyrgyz, Russian.
How big is Kyrgyzstan?
Kyrgyzstan covers an area of 199,951 km² with a population density of 36 people per km².
Is Kyrgyzstan growing or shrinking?
Kyrgyzstan is growing at a rate of 1.61% per year, adding approximately 117,237 people annually.
What is the life expectancy in Kyrgyzstan?
The average life expectancy in Kyrgyzstan is 72.3 years.
What is the GDP per capita of Kyrgyzstan?
The GDP per capita of Kyrgyzstan is $2,420.