The total population in Brazil was estimated at 212.6 million people in 2024, according to the latest census figures and projections from Trading Economics. This dataset provides - Brazil Population - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

In 2024, over 74 million women in Brazil were aged between 15 and 64 years old. The youngest age range - from 0 to 14 years - is the only one where the male population exceeds that of women. That year, the population of Brazil was estimated at over 212 million inhabitants.

This statistic shows the total population of Brazil from 2020 to 2023, with a forecast through 2030. In 2023, the total population of Brazil was estimated at around 211.7 million inhabitants. Population of Brazil Brazil has a surprisingly low (and decreasing) population growth rate; despite it being home to the largest number of Catholics in the world, the majority of women in Brazil use some form of contraception, which is often government-subsidized or free, even though the Catholic Church retains its stance that the use of contraceptives is inherently wrong. Within the space of just one generation, families have gone from having more than six children to having just one or two, and the share of Catholics in the population is dwindling, too. The influence of 'telenovelas' — the overwhelmingly popular soap operas often with strong women figures and fewer than three children — could also be helping shape the population’s view of what an ideal family is. The fertility rate in Brazil fell below the replacement rate in 2006 and is still decreasing. The impending population imbalance in Brazil can be seen in the decreasing lower tier of the country’s age distribution. This follows a trend similar to the one Japan and many European countries are experiencing, which are now facing the problems of providing for an aging population with fewer young and working taxpayers. The trend is not quite as extreme in Brazil, giving it time to prepare for the fallout of decreasing family size. This preparation will be important to help the country maintain its emerging economic strength, which is watched with interest by many economists who have said that Brazil’s is one to watch — thus its position as one of the pillars of the “big four” BRIC countries.

Population: Projection: Residents: Central West: Male: Age 5 to 9 Years data was reported at 426,364.000 Person in 2070. This records a decrease from the previous number of 430,067.000 Person for 2069. Population: Projection: Residents: Central West: Male: Age 5 to 9 Years data is updated yearly, averaging 544,550.000 Person from Jun 2000 (Median) to 2070, with 71 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 641,882.000 Person in 2005 and a record low of 426,364.000 Person in 2070. Population: Projection: Residents: Central West: Male: Age 5 to 9 Years data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The data is categorized under Brazil Premium Database’s Socio and Demographic – Table BR.GAB033: Population: Projection: 2024: by Age and Sex: Central West.

Actual value and historical data chart for Brazil Population Growth Annual Percent

In 202, according to the estimation, the Brazilian state of São Paulo was home to nearly 46 million people, making it the most populous state in the South American country. With less than half of São Paulo's population, Minas Gerais was the second most populous state in Brazil at that time. These two states are located in the South-East region of the country. Along with Rio de Janeiro and Espírito Santo, these states constitute Brazil's most populated region.

Population: Projection: Residents: North: Female: Age Over 90 Years data was reported at 258,646.000 Person in 2070. This records an increase from the previous number of 247,059.000 Person for 2069. Population: Projection: Residents: North: Female: Age Over 90 Years data is updated yearly, averaging 37,762.000 Person from Jun 2000 (Median) to 2070, with 71 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 258,646.000 Person in 2070 and a record low of 10,752.000 Person in 2000. Population: Projection: Residents: North: Female: Age Over 90 Years data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The data is categorized under Brazil Premium Database’s Socio and Demographic – Table BR.GAB006: Population: Projection: 2024: by Age and Sex: North.

Brazil BR: Population: Male: Ages 20-24: % of Male Population data was reported at 8.055 % in 2022. This records a decrease from the previous number of 8.177 % for 2021. Brazil BR: Population: Male: Ages 20-24: % of Male Population data is updated yearly, averaging 9.235 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2022, with 63 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 9.873 % in 1984 and a record low of 8.055 % in 2022. Brazil BR: Population: Male: Ages 20-24: % of Male Population data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Brazil – Table BR.World Bank.WDI: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Male population between the ages 20 to 24 as a percentage of the total male population.;United Nations Population Division. World Population Prospects: 2022 Revision.;;

Actual value and historical data chart for Brazil Population Male Percent Of Total

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Brazil population over the last 20 plus years. It lists the population for each year, along with the year on year change in population, as well as the change in percentage terms for each year. The dataset can be utilized to understand the population change of Brazil across the last two decades. For example, using this dataset, we can identify if the population is declining or increasing. If there is a change, when the population peaked, or if it is still growing and has not reached its peak. We can also compare the trend with the overall trend of United States population over the same period of time.

Key observations

In 2023, the population of Brazil was 8,214, a 0.37% increase year-by-year from 2022. Previously, in 2022, Brazil population was 8,184, an increase of 0.21% compared to a population of 8,167 in 2021. Over the last 20 plus years, between 2000 and 2023, population of Brazil increased by 328. In this period, the peak population was 8,214 in the year 2023. The numbers suggest that the population has not reached its peak yet and is showing a trend of further growth. Source: U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Data Coverage:

• From 2000 to 2023

Variables / Data Columns

• Year: This column displays the data year (Measured annually and for years 2000 to 2023)
• Population: The population for the specific year for the Brazil is shown in this column.
• Year on Year Change: This column displays the change in Brazil population for each year compared to the previous year.
• Change in Percent: This column displays the year on year change as a percentage. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.

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Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Brazil Population by Year. You can refer the same here

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the data for the Brazil, IN population pyramid, which represents the Brazil population distribution across age and gender, using estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates. It lists the male and female population for each age group, along with the total population for those age groups. Higher numbers at the bottom of the table suggest population growth, whereas higher numbers at the top indicate declining birth rates. Furthermore, the dataset can be utilized to understand the youth dependency ratio, old-age dependency ratio, total dependency ratio, and potential support ratio.

Key observations

• Youth dependency ratio, which is the number of children aged 0-14 per 100 persons aged 15-64, for Brazil, IN, is 29.7.
• Old-age dependency ratio, which is the number of persons aged 65 or over per 100 persons aged 15-64, for Brazil, IN, is 29.1.
• Total dependency ratio for Brazil, IN is 58.7.
• Potential support ratio, which is the number of youth (working age population) per elderly, for Brazil, IN is 3.4.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates.

Age groups:

• Under 5 years
• 5 to 9 years
• 10 to 14 years
• 15 to 19 years
• 20 to 24 years
• 25 to 29 years
• 30 to 34 years
• 35 to 39 years
• 40 to 44 years
• 45 to 49 years
• 50 to 54 years
• 55 to 59 years
• 60 to 64 years
• 65 to 69 years
• 70 to 74 years
• 75 to 79 years
• 80 to 84 years
• 85 years and over

Variables / Data Columns

• Age Group: This column displays the age group for the Brazil population analysis. Total expected values are 18 and are define above in the age groups section.
• Population (Male): The male population in the Brazil for the selected age group is shown in the following column.
• Population (Female): The female population in the Brazil for the selected age group is shown in the following column.
• Total Population: The total population of the Brazil for the selected age group is shown in the following column.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Brazil Population by Age. You can refer the same here

The total population of Brazil was estimated at 212.58 million people in 2024. Following a continuous upward trend, the total population has risen by 94.02 million people since 1980. Between 2024 and 2030, the total population will rise by 3.92 million people, continuing its consistent upward trajectory.This indicator describes the total population in the country at hand. This total population of the country consists of all persons falling within the scope of the census.

Yearly (annual) dataset of the Brazil Population, including historical data, latest releases, and long-term trends from 1960-12-31 to 2024-12-31. Available for free download in CSV format.

Time series data for the statistic Population and country Brazil. Indicator Definition:Total population is based on the de facto definition of population, which counts all residents regardless of legal status or citizenship. The values shown are midyear estimates.The statistic "Population" stands at 211,998,573.00 persons as of 12/31/2024, the highest value at least since 12/31/1961, the period currently displayed. Regarding the One-Year-Change of the series, the current value constitutes an increase of 0.4063 percent compared to the value the year prior.The 1 year change in percent is 0.4063.The 3 year change in percent is 1.17.The 5 year change in percent is 2.19.The 10 year change in percent is 5.95.The Serie's long term average value is 149,701,232.58 persons. It's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is 41.61 percent higher, compared to it's long term average value.The Serie's change in percent from it's minimum value, on 12/31/1960, to it's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is +192.86%.The Serie's change in percent from it's maximum value, on 12/31/2024, to it's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is 0.0%.

Population: Projection: Residents: Southeast: Male: Age 45 to 49 Years data was reported at 2,384,931.000 Person in 2070. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2,454,709.000 Person for 2069. Population: Projection: Residents: Southeast: Male: Age 45 to 49 Years data is updated yearly, averaging 2,833,661.000 Person from Jun 2000 (Median) to 2070, with 71 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3,340,734.000 Person in 2030 and a record low of 2,067,958.000 Person in 2000. Population: Projection: Residents: Southeast: Male: Age 45 to 49 Years data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The data is categorized under Brazil Premium Database’s Socio and Demographic – Table BR.GAB024: Population: Projection: 2024: by Age and Sex: Southeast.

Population: Projection: Residents: Southeast: Male: Age 15 to 19 Years data was reported at 1,774,620.000 Person in 2070. This records a decrease from the previous number of 1,797,662.000 Person for 2069. Population: Projection: Residents: Southeast: Male: Age 15 to 19 Years data is updated yearly, averaging 2,849,401.000 Person from Jun 2000 (Median) to 2070, with 71 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3,571,623.000 Person in 2000 and a record low of 1,774,620.000 Person in 2070. Population: Projection: Residents: Southeast: Male: Age 15 to 19 Years data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics. The data is categorized under Brazil Premium Database’s Socio and Demographic – Table BR.GAB024: Population: Projection: 2024: by Age and Sex: Southeast.

Actual value and historical data chart for Brazil Rural Population Percent Of Total Population

Key information about Brazil population

• The Brazil population reached 213.4 million people in Jun 2025, compared with the previously reported figure of 212.6 million people in Jun 2024
• The data reached an all-time high of 213.4 million people in Jun 2025 and a record low of 54.0 million people in Jun 1950

*This indicator will be no longer available from March 2026, 4th onwards. CEIC has a plan to remove the non-standard frequency indicator after the standard frequency indicator has been added and be available on this table. CEIC extends history for annual Population. The Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics provides Mid-year Population. Population prior to 1980 is sourced from the International Monetary Fund. Population is in annual frequency, ending in June of each year.


Further information about Brazil population data

• In the latest reports, Brazil Unemployment Rate dropped to 5.4 % in Oct 2025
• Monthly earnings of the Brazil population was 658.3 USD in Oct 2025
• Brazil Labour Force Participation Rate dropped to 62.1 % in Oct 2025

Graph and download economic data for Population, Total for Brazil (POPTOTBRA647NWDB) from 1960 to 2024 about Brazil and population.

Actual value and historical data chart for Brazil Population Male