Tunisia has experienced moderate population growth over the past several decades. As of 2024, the country’s population is estimated to be around 12.6 million, up from about 10.5 million in 2010. The growth rate has slowed in recent years, with annual increases now averaging less than 1% due to declining fertility rates and ongoing emigration, particularly among young people seeking better economic opportunities abroad. Urbanization has also played a significant role, with more Tunisians moving to cities such as Tunis, Sfax, and Sousse. Despite the slower growth, Tunisia continues to face challenges related to youth unemployment and regional disparities, which influence demographic trends and the overall population structure.
| Year | Population | Population Density Per Square KM |
|---|---|---|
| 1950 | 3,517,210 | 22.6 |
| 1955 | 3,846,014 | 24.8 |
| 1960 | 4,149,157 | 26.7 |
| 1965 | 4,565,747 | 29.4 |
| 1970 | 5,098,627 | 32.8 |
| 1975 | 5,703,966 | 36.7 |
| 1980 | 6,443,183 | 41.5 |
| 1985 | 7,368,354 | 47.4 |
| 1990 | 8,238,186 | 53 |
| 1995 | 8,998,898 | 57.9 |
| 2000 | 9,545,892 | 61.4 |
| 2005 | 10,029,805 | 64.6 |
| 2010 | 10,525,963 | 67.8 |
| 2015 | 11,161,137 | 71.8 |
| 2020 | 11,719,458 | 75.4 |
| 2022 | 11,896,972 | 76.6 |
| 2023 | 11,976,182 | 77.1 |
| 2024 | 12,048,847 | 77.6 |
| 2025 | 12,115,018 | 78 |
| 2030 | 12,372,114 | 79.6 |
| 2035 | 12,553,077 | 80.8 |
| 2040 | 12,708,273 | 81.8 |
| 2045 | 12,837,035 | 82.6 |
| 2050 | 12,895,172 | 83 |
| 2055 | 12,845,815 | 82.7 |
| 2060 | 12,694,922 | 81.7 |
| 2065 | 12,474,587 | 80.3 |
| 2070 | 12,215,592 | 78.6 |
| 2075 | 11,933,101 | 76.8 |
| 2080 | 11,629,226 | 74.9 |
| 2085 | 11,304,466 | 72.8 |
| 2090 | 10,962,088 | 70.6 |
| 2095 | 10,602,570 | 68.2 |
| 2100 | 10,219,885 | 65.8 |
Data from US Census International Database