Qatar Population

Qatar has experienced remarkable population growth over the past few decades, transforming from a small, sparsely populated country into one of the fastest-growing nations in the world. In the early 1970s, Qatar’s population was under 200,000, but rapid economic development, driven by its vast natural gas and oil reserves, has attracted a large influx of expatriate workers. By 2024, the population has surpassed 2.7 million, with non-citizens making up the overwhelming majority. This growth has been fueled primarily by labor migration to support massive infrastructure projects and the country’s ambitious development goals, including preparations for global events like the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Despite its small geographic size, Qatar’s population density and urbanization have increased significantly, especially in the capital, Doha, reflecting the country’s dynamic demographic transformation.

Data from US Census International Database