Guinea Population: 13,003,729
Guinea is a country that is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and a country that is located in the West Africa region. Guinea is popularly known for its nature reserve that is mount nimbi, and it is located in the south-east. The capital city of the country is the central attraction where there are regional artifacts such as mosques and national museums.
Largest cities by population in Guinea
40% of the country’s population resides in the urban area. Conakry is a capital city that is highly populated with 1,660,973 residents. The capital city serves as the economic hub, and various developed infrastructures are seen here. The second populated city is Nzérékoré, with 238,928 people. The other main cities are Guéckédou and Kankan.
CITY NAME | POPULATION |
Camayenne | 1,871,242 |
Conakry | 1,767,200 |
Nzerekore | 132,728 |
Kindia | 117,062 |
Kankan | 114,009 |
Gueckedou | 79,140 |
Coyah | 77,103 |
Labe | 58,649 |
Kissidougou | 47,099 |
Fria | 44,369 |
Siguiri | 43,601 |
Macenta | 43,102 |
Mamou | 41,619 |
Telimele | 30,311 |
Tougue | 25,531 |
Pita | 20,052 |
Boke | 15,460 |
Guinea population history
The midyear population is predicted as 13,132,795. It contributes 0.17% to the total world’s population. Over the past decade, the population was at a peak in the year 2019 that was 2.88 %raise, and it is 12,771,246. There is a stable rise in the population of the country. The median age and the urban population have also increased significantly over the years.
Year | Population | Yearly % Change | Yearly Change | Migrants (net) | Median Age | Fertility Rate | Density (P/Km²) | Urban Pop % | Urban Population | Country’s Share of World Pop | World Population | Global Rank |
2020 | 13,132,795 | 2.83% | 361,549 | -4,000 | 18 | 4.74 | 53 | 38.60% | 5,070,656 | 0.17% | 7,794,798,739 | 75 |
2019 | 12,771,246 | 2.88% | 356,953 | -4,000 | 17.3 | 5.05 | 52 | 38.30% | 4,890,393 | 0.17% | 7,713,468,100 | 75 |
2018 | 12,414,293 | 2.87% | 346,774 | -4,000 | 17.3 | 5.05 | 51 | 38.00% | 4,717,171 | 0.16% | 7,631,091,040 | 75 |
2017 | 12,067,519 | 2.80% | 329,090 | -4,000 | 17.3 | 5.05 | 49 | 37.70% | 4,551,855 | 0.16% | 7,547,858,925 | 75 |
2016 | 11,738,429 | 2.68% | 306,341 | -4,000 | 17.3 | 5.05 | 48 | 37.40% | 4,395,623 | 0.16% | 7,464,022,049 | 75 |
2015 | 11,432,088 | 2.32% | 247,982 | -58,750 | 17.1 | 5.13 | 47 | 37.20% | 4,249,131 | 0.15% | 7,379,797,139 | 75 |
2010 | 10,192,176 | 2.27% | 216,519 | -62,284 | 16.7 | 5.54 | 41 | 35.70% | 3,635,259 | 0.15% | 6,956,823,603 | 81 |
2005 | 9,109,581 | 2.02% | 173,770 | -70,000 | 16.4 | 5.91 | 37 | 34.30% | 3,122,424 | 0.14% | 6,541,907,027 | 86 |
2000 | 8,240,730 | 2.54% | 194,221 | -36,220 | 16.7 | 6.24 | 34 | 33.00% | 2,719,112 | 0.13% | 6,143,493,823 | 88 |
1995 | 7,269,625 | 2.73% | 183,468 | -26,995 | 17 | 6.51 | 30 | 31.90% | 2,320,034 | 0.13% | 5,744,212,979 | 90 |
1990 | 6,352,283 | 3.03% | 176,316 | 0 | 17.5 | 6.63 | 26 | 26.70% | 1,693,072 | 0.12% | 5,327,231,061 | 92 |
1985 | 5,470,702 | 2.35% | 119,853 | -16,665 | 17.8 | 6.59 | 22 | 24.70% | 1,353,622 | 0.11% | 4,870,921,740 | 92 |
1980 | 4,871,435 | 1.64% | 76,037 | -31,339 | 18.3 | 6.45 | 20 | 21.90% | 1,065,557 | 0.11% | 4,458,003,514 | 95 |
1975 | 4,491,248 | 1.57% | 67,329 | -17,514 | 19 | 6.29 | 18 | 19.00% | 851,729 | 0.11% | 4,079,480,606 | 95 |
1970 | 4,154,605 | 1.79% | 70,580 | 0 | 19.2 | 6.21 | 17 | 16.20% | 674,210 | 0.11% | 3,700,437,046 | 95 |
1965 | 3,801,705 | 1.70% | 61,509 | 0 | 19.6 | 6.15 | 15 | 13.20% | 503,254 | 0.11% | 3,339,583,597 | 90 |
1960 | 3,494,162 | 1.59% | 52,903 | 0 | 20.1 | 6.07 | 14 | 10.70% | 374,618 | 0.12% | 3,034,949,748 | 92 |
1955 | 3,229,649 | 1.40% | 43,340 | 0 | 20.8 | 6 | 13 | 8.60% | 278,619 | 0.12% | 2,773,019,936 | 90 |
Guinea population forecast
Even before 2050 in the year 2025, there is a very high growth rate that is 2.70 the growth rate predictions for the future years are in 2040 it is 2.21 %, in 2045 it is 2.055, and in 2050 it is 1.90%. These projections show that the growth rate may decrease, but there will be a steady increase in the total population. The median age of 2050 is 24.0. Guinea holds the 66th global population rank in the year 2050.
Year | Population | Yearly % Change | Yearly Change | Migrants (net) | Median Age | Fertility Rate | Density (P/Km²) | Urban Pop % | Urban Population | Country’s Share of World Pop | World Population | Global Rank |
2020 | 13,132,795 | 2.81% | 340,141 | -4,000 | 18 | 4.74 | 53 | 38.60% | 5,070,656 | 0.17% | 7,794,798,739 | 75 |
2025 | 15,003,843 | 2.70% | 374,210 | -4,000 | 18.9 | 4.74 | 61 | 40.50% | 6,082,701 | 0.18% | 8,184,437,460 | 75 |
2030 | 17,020,915 | 2.55% | 403,414 | -4,000 | 19.8 | 4.74 | 69 | 42.90% | 7,300,274 | 0.20% | 8,548,487,400 | 75 |
2035 | 19,149,860 | 2.39% | 425,789 | -4,000 | 20.7 | 4.74 | 78 | 45.70% | 8,744,326 | 0.22% | 8,887,524,213 | 73 |
2040 | 21,364,534 | 2.21% | 442,935 | -4,000 | 21.8 | 4.74 | 87 | 48.80% | 10,426,480 | 0.23% | 9,198,847,240 | 70 |
2045 | 23,644,150 | 2.05% | 455,923 | -4,000 | 22.9 | 4.74 | 96 | 52.10% | 12,321,183 | 0.25% | 9,481,803,274 | 67 |
2050 | 25,971,806 | 1.90% | 465,531 | 24 | 4.74 | 106 | 55.40% | 14,400,309 | 0.27% | 9,735,033,990 | 66 |
Guinea demographics
The infant mortality rate is very high. Per 1000 live births, 44.9 infant deaths have happened this year. The life expectancy age is 62.64 years. The death under age five is also a high rate that is 70.2. The literacy rate in the country is 30%.
Guinea religion and politics
The dominant religion in the country is Islam. Islam is practiced by 85% of the population, Christianity by 8% of the population, and other guinea’s traditional religions are followed by 7% of the people. All the Muslim population in the country is Sunni. The Christian community consists of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Roman Catholics, and angelicas.
Guinea economy
The country is rich in natural resources such as iron ore, gold, diamonds, and uranium. The major sector is agriculture. Even though there are wealth and potential, wealth inequality makes it a poor economy.
Largest Countries in the World by Population
S.No | Country | Population (2020) | World Population Share (%) |
1 | China | 1,439,323,776 | 18.47% |
2 | India | 1,380,004,385 | 17.70% |
3 | United States | 331,002,651 | 4.25% |
4 | Indonesia | 273,523,615 | 3.51% |
5 | Pakistan | 220,892,340 | 2.83% |
6 | Brazil | 212,559,417 | 2.73% |
7 | Nigeria | 206,139,589 | 2.64% |
8 | Bangladesh | 164,689,383 | 2.11% |
9 | Russia | 145,934,462 | 1.87% |
10 | Mexico | 128,932,753 | 1.65% |