SOM · Sub-Saharan Africa / Sub-Saharan Africa (excluding high income)
Total Population
19.65 million
(2025)
Life Expectancy
59.0 years
Population Growth
Demographic Indicators
| Indicator | Value | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,654,739 persons | 2025 |
| Population Growth (%) | 3.34 percent | 2025 |
| Population Density | 29.3 people per sq. km | 2023 |
| Birth Rate | 42.35 per 1,000 people | 2024 |
| Death Rate | 9.74 per 1,000 people | 2024 |
| Fertility Rate | 6.01 births per woman | 2024 |
| Life Expectancy | 59.0 years | 2024 |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 65.4 per 1,000 live births | 2024 |
| Literacy Rate | 54.1 percent | 2022 |
| Urban Population (%) | 55.1 percent | 2025 |
Languages
Arabic
Official
Somali
Official