ABOUT

The Global Population Growth Dataset provides a comprehensive record of population trends across various countries over multiple decades. It includes detailed information such as the country name, ISO3 country code, year-wise population data, population growth, and growth rate. This dataset is valuable for researchers, demographers, policymakers, and data analysts interested in studying population dynamics, demographic trends, and economic development.

Key features of the dataset:

✅ Covers multiple countries and regions worldwide
✅ Includes historical and recent population data
✅ Provides year-wise population growth and growth rate (%)
✅ Categorizes data by country and decade for better trend analysis

This dataset serves as a crucial resource for analyzing global population trends, understanding demographic shifts, and supporting socio-economic research and policy-making.

FILE INFORMATION

The dataset consists of structured records related to country-wise population data, compiled from official sources. Each file contains information on yearly population figures, growth trends, and country-specific data. The structured format makes it useful for researchers, economists, and data scientists studying demographic patterns and changes. The file type is CSV.

COLUMNS DESCRIPTION

• Country – The name of the country.
• ISO3 – The three-letter ISO code of the country.
• Year – The year corresponding to the population data, useful for trend analysis.
• Population – The total population of the country for the given year.
• Population Growth – The absolute increase in population compared to the previous year.
• Growth Rate (%) – The percentage change in population compared to the previous year.
• Decade – The decade classification (e.g., 1990s, 2000s) for grouping long-term trends.

The U.S. Census Bureau releases annual estimates of population by counties and municipalities as part of the Population Estimates Program (PEP). This is an estimate of population on July 1 of each year. Adjustments to previous estimate years are made with each release, dating back to the year of the last decennial census. Decennial figures for April 1 of the most recent decennial year will not get updated, but the July 1 estimate for that same year can adjust with each PEP release. The U.S. Census Bureau produces these estimates based on administrative records. At the municipal level, the PEP reports only population totals. At the county level, PEP data gives estimates for age, sex, race, and ethnicity. PEP releases come out in the spring following the latest estimate year. The demographic estimates of the PEP are used as control totals for the American Community Survey results released later that year.

In 2023, the annual population growth in Hong Kong increased by 3.5 percentage points compared to 2022. Therefore, the population growth in Hong Kong reached a peak in 2023 with 2.55 percent. Annual population growth refers to the change in the population over time, and is affected by factors such as fertility, mortality, and migration.Find more key insights for the annual population growth in countries like South Korea and Japan.

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About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Portage 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 Portage 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 Portage was 38,513, a 0.45% increase year-by-year from 2022. Previously, in 2022, Portage population was 38,340, an increase of 0.22% compared to a population of 38,256 in 2021. Over the last 20 plus years, between 2000 and 2023, population of Portage increased by 4,946. In this period, the peak population was 38,513 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 Portage is shown in this column.
• Year on Year Change: This column displays the change in Portage 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.

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 Portage Population by Year. You can refer the same here

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Somers town 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 Somers town 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 Somers town was 20,965, a 0.84% decrease year-by-year from 2022. Previously, in 2022, Somers town population was 21,143, a decline of 0.98% compared to a population of 21,352 in 2021. Over the last 20 plus years, between 2000 and 2023, population of Somers town increased by 2,547. In this period, the peak population was 21,755 in the year 2017. The numbers suggest that the population has already reached its peak and is showing a trend of decline. 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 Somers town is shown in this column.
• Year on Year Change: This column displays the change in Somers town 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.

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 Somers town Population by Year. You can refer the same here

Colombia: Population growth, percent: The latest value from 2023 is 0.41 percent, a decline from 0.69 percent in 2022. In comparison, the world average is 1.15 percent, based on data from 196 countries. Historically, the average for Colombia from 1961 to 2023 is 1.9 percent. The minimum value, 0.41 percent, was reached in 2023 while the maximum of 3.1 percent was recorded in 1961.

Population growth (annual %) in Congo was reported at 3.2426 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Congo - Population growth (annual %) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

Libya LY: Population: Growth data was reported at 1.285 % in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 0.931 % for 2016. Libya LY: Population: Growth data is updated yearly, averaging 2.598 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 4.362 % in 1972 and a record low of -0.037 % in 2013. Libya LY: Population: Growth data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Libya – Table LY.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;

Japan JP: Rural Population Growth data was reported at -1.082 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of -1.001 % for 2016. Japan JP: Rural Population Growth data is updated yearly, averaging -1.013 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 0.722 % in 1977 and a record low of -9.105 % in 2005. Japan JP: Rural Population Growth data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.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;

Historical chart and dataset showing Pakistan population growth rate by year from 1961 to 2023.

Australia Population: Growth data was reported at 2.371 % in 2023. This records an increase from the previous number of 1.273 % for 2022. Australia Population: Growth data is updated yearly, averaging 1.447 % from Dec 1961 (Median) to 2023, with 63 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3.380 % in 1971 and a record low of 0.141 % in 2021. Australia Population: Growth data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Australia – Table AU.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: 2022 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;

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

Population growth (annual %) in Iceland was reported at 2.8226 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Iceland - Population growth (annual %) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

Burkina Faso BF: Population: Growth data was reported at 2.270 % in 2023. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2.309 % for 2022. Burkina Faso BF: Population: Growth data is updated yearly, averaging 2.635 % from Dec 1961 (Median) to 2023, with 63 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3.147 % in 2005 and a record low of 1.446 % in 1961. Burkina Faso BF: Population: Growth data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Burkina Faso – Table BF.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: 2024 Revision; (2) Statistical databases and publications from national statistical offices; (3) Eurostat: Demographic Statistics; (4) United Nations Statistics Division. Population and Vital Statistics Report (various years).;Weighted average;

The average for 2023 based on 53 countries was 2.11 percent. The highest value was in Niger: 3.73 percent and the lowest value was in Mauritius: -0.12 percent. The indicator is available from 1961 to 2023. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.

Belarus: Population growth, percent: The latest value from 2023 is -0.54 percent, an increase from -0.8 percent in 2022. In comparison, the world average is 1.15 percent, based on data from 196 countries. Historically, the average for Belarus from 1961 to 2023 is 0.18 percent. The minimum value, -0.83 percent, was reached in 2021 while the maximum of 1.03 percent was recorded in 1964.

Hong Kong Population - Table 110-01003 : Population Growth by Component

Since 2000, Russia has consistently had the lowest population growth rate of the BRICS countries, and it even experienced a population decline throughout most of the 2000s, and again in the late 2010s. For Brazil, China, and India, population growth has gradually fallen over time, as their demographic development progresses. South Africa has had the highest population growth rate since 2010, as its population recovered from the initial impact of the HIV/AIDS pandemic, before it started falling as birth rates fall more in line with death rates.

Hong Kong SAR Population Growth: Half-Yearly: Growth Rate data was reported at 1.000 % in Jun 2019. This stayed constant from the previous number of 1.000 % for Dec 2018. Hong Kong SAR Population Growth: Half-Yearly: Growth Rate data is updated semiannually, averaging 1.100 % from Jun 1961 (Median) to Jun 2019, with 116 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 5.600 % in Jun 1979 and a record low of -0.200 % in Jun 2003. Hong Kong SAR Population Growth: Half-Yearly: Growth Rate data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Census and Statistics Department. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Hong Kong SAR – Table HK.G001: Population: General Household Survey (GHS): Resident Population Approach (RPA).