Demographics of Venezuela

As of 2026, Venezuela's population is projected at 28.63 million, compared to 28.52 million in 2025. It is the fifth-most populous country in South America and ranks 54th in the world, accounting for 0.35% of the global population and 6.50% of South America's population. The population growth rate for 2026 is projected at 0.42%, placing Venezuela 144th among 237 countries and dependent territories.

There are 14.13 million males and 14.50 million females in Venezuela. The male population accounts for 49.36%, compared to 50.64% for females. Venezuela has 365k more females than males. The sex ratio in 2026 is projected at 97.49 males per 100 females. Venezuela ranks 96th globally in terms of the female-to-male ratio.

In Venezuela, 440k are born each year, the 60th highest number of births worldwide, accounting for about 0.33% of global births—roughly 1,204 per day, or 50 per hour. Meanwhile, around 226k people die annually, the 49th highest death toll in the world, representing nearly 0.36% of global deaths—about 621 per day, or 26 per hour.

In 2026, Venezuela's life expectancy at birth is projected to reach 73.01 years, approximately 0.76 years below the global average. This places the country 150th worldwide and 12th in South America. Its life expectancy is comparable to that of Guatemala, Uzbekistan, and El Salvador.

In 2026, Venezuela's total fertility rate (TFR) is projected at 2.04 children per woman, slightly below the global average. This places Venezuela 106th worldwide and 6th in South America, putting it on par with countries such as Seychelles, Guadeloupe, and Myanmar in terms of overall fertility.

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Venezuela population

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Demographics Indicators

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Venezuela death and birth rate

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Urban and rural population of Venezuela

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Venezuela population by Age Group (2026)