Liberia Population Growth
Annual population growth rate SP.POP.GROW
Liberia's population growth was 2.22% in 2025, ranked 42nd globally. This represents a 2.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1961–2025.
Overview
Liberia's population growth stood at 2.22% in 2025, a rise of +0.06pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 2.22% by 2025. Liberia ranked 42nd globally.
Liberia’s population growth has moderated markedly since the dramatic fluctuations of the 1990s, recording a 2.22 % increase in 2025, which places the country 42nd globally. The all‑time peak of 10.13 % in 1998 followed a period of civil conflict and massive displacement, while the all‑time trough of –12.80 % in 1991 reflected the height of war‑induced mortality and out‑migration. Over the 65‑year series from 1961, when growth stood at 2.44 %, the long‑run average has settled near the current rate, aligning closely with regional peers such as Togo (2.23 %) and Senegal (2.24 %). The post‑conflict demographic rebound has been sustained by declining mortality, modest fertility declines and gradual urbanisation, yet the pace remains below the rapid expansions seen in some West African neighbours. Continued improvements in health services, education and economic stability are likely to keep growth near the present level, while any major shocks could again shift the trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | Population Growth | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 2.27% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 2.24% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 2.22% | - | - |
| 2025 | 2.22% | +0.06pp | #42 |
| 2024 | 2.16% | −0.05pp | #174 |
| 2023 | 2.20% | +0.06pp | #170 |
| 2022 | 2.14% | +0.03pp | #171 |
| 2021 | 2.11% | +0.04pp | #176 |
| 2020 | 2.07% | +0.09pp | #169 |
| 2019 | 1.98% | +0.03pp | #162 |
| 2018 | 1.96% | +0.01pp | #163 |
| 2017 | 1.94% | −0.10pp | #154 |
| 2016 | 2.04% | −0.02pp | #157 |
| 2015 | 2.06% | −0.02pp | #153 |
| 2014 | 2.08% | −0.12pp | #153 |
| 2013 | 2.20% | −1.34pp | #157 |
| 2012 | 3.53% | −0.39pp | #200 |
| 2011 | 3.92% | +1.02pp | #211 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Liberia matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2008. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw population growth improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Liberia's population growth was 2.22% in 2025. Ranked 42nd globally. This represents a 2.7% increase from the previous year.
Liberia's population growth peaked at 10.13% in 1998.
The lowest population growth in Liberia was -12.80% in 1991.
Liberia ranks 42nd globally in population growth as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.POP.GROW. Data sourced from World Bank.
Liberia's population growth is projected to reach 2.22% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The population growth of Liberia in 2025 was 2.22%. This ranks 42nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_liberia_population-growth,
title = {Liberia Population Growth},
url = {https://historysaid.com/liberia/population-growth/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}