COD · Sub-Saharan Africa / Sub-Saharan Africa (excluding high income)
Total Population
112.83 million
(2025)
Life Expectancy
62.1 years
Population Growth
Demographic Indicators
| Indicator | Value | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112,832,473 persons | 2025 |
| Population Growth (%) | 3.20 percent | 2025 |
| Population Density | 46.7 people per sq. km | 2023 |
| Birth Rate | 40.89 per 1,000 people | 2024 |
| Death Rate | 8.42 per 1,000 people | 2024 |
| Fertility Rate | 5.98 births per woman | 2024 |
| Life Expectancy | 62.1 years | 2024 |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 56.4 per 1,000 live births | 2024 |
| Literacy Rate | 68.5 percent | 2023 |
| Urban Population (%) | 45.1 percent | 2025 |
Languages
French
Official
Kikongo
Official
Lingala
Official
Tshiluba
Official
Swahili
Official