Eswatini, a small landlocked country in Southern Africa, has experienced moderate population growth over the past few decades. As of 2024, the population is estimated to be around 1.2 million people. The country's annual population growth rate has gradually slowed, largely due to the impacts of HIV/AIDS, which has affected life expectancy and overall demographic trends. Despite these challenges, Eswatini's population continues to grow, albeit at a slower pace compared to previous decades. Urbanization is increasing, with more people moving to cities in search of better economic opportunities, while rural areas still house a significant portion of the population. The government faces ongoing challenges in providing healthcare, education, and employment opportunities to support its growing and youthful population.
| Year | Population | Population Density Per Square KM |
|---|---|---|
| 1950 | 277,384 | 16.1 |
| 1955 | 311,346 | 18.1 |
| 1960 | 351,842 | 20.5 |
| 1965 | 399,481 | 23.2 |
| 1970 | 455,145 | 26.5 |
| 1975 | 520,864 | 30.3 |
| 1980 | 611,454 | 35.5 |
| 1985 | 721,807 | 42 |
| 1990 | 881,356 | 51.2 |
| 1995 | 993,789 | 57.8 |
| 2000 | 1,031,829 | 60 |
| 2005 | 1,023,139 | 59.5 |
| 2010 | 1,019,229 | 59.2 |
| 2015 | 1,059,240 | 61.6 |
| 2020 | 1,104,638 | 64.2 |
| 2022 | 1,121,761 | 65.2 |
| 2023 | 1,130,043 | 65.7 |
| 2024 | 1,138,089 | 66.2 |
| 2025 | 1,145,871 | 66.6 |
| 2030 | 1,182,302 | 68.7 |
| 2035 | 1,216,135 | 70.7 |
| 2040 | 1,249,423 | 72.6 |
| 2045 | 1,281,325 | 74.5 |
| 2050 | 1,309,186 | 76.1 |
| 2055 | 1,329,943 | 77.3 |
| 2060 | 1,342,234 | 78 |
| 2065 | 1,346,820 | 78.3 |
| 2070 | 1,344,561 | 78.2 |
| 2075 | 1,336,027 | 77.7 |
| 2080 | 1,321,762 | 76.8 |
| 2085 | 1,302,529 | 75.7 |
| 2090 | 1,279,062 | 74.3 |
| 2095 | 1,251,949 | 72.8 |
| 2100 | 1,221,740 | 71 |
Data from US Census International Database