South Africa — Population Trend (Million)

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Statistical Overview
Year Population Trend (Million) YoY Change YoY % Change
2023 60.41 - -
2022 59.89 +0.52 +0.86%
2021 59.39 +0.50 +0.84%
2020 58.80 +0.59 +0.99%
2019 58.09 +0.71 +1.22%
Key Metrics

Max: 60.41 (2023)

Min: 16.52 (1960)

Key Economic Figures

Population
16,520,441
1960 • 16.520441M
GDP (Nominal)
$377.78B
2023 • $22,868 per capita
Area
1,219,090 km²
2022 • 1,219,090 km²