The total population in Lebanon was estimated at 5.8 million people in 2024, according to the latest census figures and projections from Trading Economics. This dataset provides - Lebanon Population - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Lebanon 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 Lebanon 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 Lebanon was 15,342, a 2.15% increase year-by-year from 2022. Previously, in 2022, Lebanon population was 15,019, an increase of 0.21% compared to a population of 14,988 in 2021. Over the last 20 plus years, between 2000 and 2023, population of Lebanon increased by 2,755. In this period, the peak population was 15,342 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 Lebanon is shown in this column.
• Year on Year Change: This column displays the change in Lebanon 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.

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.

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Inspiration

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Recommended for further research

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

Historical dataset showing total population for Lebanon by year from 1950 to 2025.

Historical dataset showing Lebanon population growth rate by year from 1961 to 2023.

Complete population data for Lebanon showing how many people live in Lebanon from 1960 to 2024

Graph and download economic data for Population Growth for Lebanon (SPPOPGROWLBN) from 1961 to 2024 about Lebanon, population, and rate.

Lebanon LB: Population: Growth data was reported at 1.252 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2.618 % for 2016. Lebanon LB: Population: Growth data is updated yearly, averaging 1.884 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 7.061 % in 2013 and a record low of -0.191 % in 1987. Lebanon LB: Population: Growth data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Lebanon – Table LB.World Bank.WDI: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Annual population growth rate for year t is the exponential rate of growth of midyear population from year t-1 to t, expressed as a percentage . Population is based on the de facto definition of population, which counts all residents regardless of legal status or citizenship.; ; Derived from total population. Population source: (1) United Nations Population Division. World Population Prospects: 2017 Revision, (2) Census reports and other statistical publications from national statistical offices, (3) Eurostat: Demographic Statistics, (4) United Nations Statistical Division. Population and Vital Statistics Reprot (various years), (5) U.S. Census Bureau: International Database, and (6) Secretariat of the Pacific Community: Statistics and Demography Programme.; Weighted average;

Historical dataset showing Lebanon population density by year from 1961 to 2022.

Time series data for the statistic Population growth (annual %) and country Lebanon. Indicator Definition:Annual population growth rate for year t is the exponential rate of growth of midyear population from year t-1 to t, expressed as a percentage . Population is based on the de facto definition of population, which counts all residents regardless of legal status or citizenship.The indicator "Population growth (annual %)" stands at 0.5608 as of 12/31/2024, the highest value since 12/31/2016. Regarding the One-Year-Change of the series, the current value constitutes an increase of 0.0572 compared to the value the year prior.The Serie's long term average value is 1.83. It's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is -1.27 lower, compared to it's long term average value.The Serie's change from it's minimum value, on 12/31/2019, to it's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is +3.78 .The Serie's change from it's maximum value, on 12/31/2014, to it's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is -9.43 .

In 2023, the annual population growth in Lebanon amounted to 0.5 percent. Between 1961 and 2023, the figure dropped by 2.56 percentage points, though the decline followed an uneven course rather than a steady trajectory.

Lebanon LB: Rural Population Growth data was reported at -0.147 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 1.263 % for 2016. Lebanon LB: Rural Population Growth data is updated yearly, averaging -0.737 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 5.808 % in 2013 and a record low of -5.413 % in 1988. Lebanon LB: Rural Population Growth data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Lebanon – Table LB.World Bank.WDI: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Rural population refers to people living in rural areas as defined by national statistical offices. It is calculated as the difference between total population and urban population.; ; World Bank staff estimates based on the United Nations Population Division's World Urbanization Prospects: 2018 Revision.; Weighted average;

Time series data for the statistic Population and country Lebanon. 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 5,805,962.00 persons as of 12/31/2024, the highest value since 12/31/2019. Regarding the One-Year-Change of the series, the current value constitutes an increase of 0.5624 percent compared to the value the year prior.The 1 year change in percent is 0.5624.The 3 year change in percent is 1.54.The 5 year change in percent is 0.1962.The 10 year change in percent is -8.52.The Serie's long term average value is 3,875,054.91 persons. It's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is 49.83 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 +223.56%.The Serie's change in percent from it's maximum value, on 12/31/2015, to it's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is -10.30%.

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Beirut, Lebanon metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Key information about Lebanon population

• The Lebanon population reached 5.8 million people in Dec 2024, compared with the previously reported figure of 5.8 million people in Dec 2023
• The data reached an all-time high of 6.5 million people in Dec 2015 and a record low of 1.3 million people in Dec 1950

Lebanon LB: Urban Population Growth data was reported at 1.437 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2.799 % for 2016. Lebanon LB: Urban Population Growth data is updated yearly, averaging 2.933 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 7.311 % in 1960 and a record low of 0.740 % in 1989. Lebanon LB: Urban Population Growth data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Lebanon – Table LB.World Bank.WDI: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Urban population refers to people living in urban areas as defined by national statistical offices. It is calculated using World Bank population estimates and urban ratios from the United Nations World Urbanization Prospects.; ; World Bank staff estimates based on the United Nations Population Division's World Urbanization Prospects: 2018 Revision.; Weighted average;

View yearly updates and historical trends for Lebanon Population Growth. Source: World Bank. Track economic data with YCharts analytics.

Historical dataset showing Lebanon urban population by year from 1960 to 2023.

Population ages 50-54, male (% of male population) in Lebanon was reported at 5.247 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Lebanon - Population ages 50-54, male (% of male population) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on November of 2025.

Historical dataset showing Lebanon rural population by year from 1960 to 2023.

Population ages 35-39, male (% of male population) in Lebanon was reported at 5.8053 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Lebanon - Population ages 35-39, male (% of male population) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on November of 2025.