Population Statistics of Africa Western and Central
AFW · Aggregates /
Total Population
521.76 million
(2024)
Life Expectancy
59.0 years
Population Growth
Demographic Indicators
| Indicator | Value | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 521,764,076 persons | 2024 |
| Population Growth (%) | 2.40 percent | 2024 |
| Population Density | 55.0 people per sq. km | 2022 |
| Birth Rate | 33.12 per 1,000 people | 2024 |
| Death Rate | 9.57 per 1,000 people | 2024 |
| Fertility Rate | 4.42 births per woman | 2024 |
| Life Expectancy | 59.0 years | 2024 |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 56.5 per 1,000 live births | 2024 |
| Literacy Rate | 61.2 percent | 2024 |
| Urban Population (%) | 52.9 percent | 2024 |