Demographics of Egypt

As of 2026, the population of Egypt is projected at 120.10 million, compared to 118.37 million in 2025. It is the third-most populous country in Africa and ranks 13th in the world, accounting for 1.45% of the global population and 7.58% of Africa's population. The population growth rate for 2026 is projected at 1.44%, placing Egypt 71st among 237 countries and dependent territories.

There are 60.63 million males and 59.47 million females in Egypt. The male population accounts for 50.48%, compared to 49.52% for females. Egypt has 1.16 million more males than females. The sex ratio in 2026 is projected at 101.95 males per 100 females. Egypt ranks 192nd globally in terms of the female-to-male ratio.

In 2026, Egypt is projected to record 2.46 million births, the 12th highest number of births worldwide, accounting for about 1.86% of global births—roughly 6,738 per day, or 281 per hour, or 5 every minute. Meanwhile, the country is expected to record 672k deaths, the 18th highest death toll in the world, representing nearly 1.06% of global deaths—about 1,842 per day, or 77 per hour.

In 2026, Egypt is projected to have a life expectancy at birth to reach 72.16 years, approximately 1.61 years below the global average. This places the country 158th worldwide and 11th in Africa. Its life expectancy is comparable to that of Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Samoa.

In 2026, Egypt's total fertility rate (TFR) is projected at 2.68 children per woman, above the global average. This places Egypt 63rd worldwide and 43rd in Africa, putting it on par with countries such as Kyrgyzstan, Guam, and Eswatini in terms of overall fertility.

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Egypt population

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Egypt death and birth rate

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Urban and rural population of Egypt

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Egypt population by Age Group (2026)