Afghanistan Population 2026
Population Afghanistan 2026 is 32 225 581 people. Afghanistan ranks 44 in terms of population in the world - 0.41% of all inhabitants of the Earth. The capital of Afghanistan is Kabul, the official currency is the Afghani (AFN). Chislennost.com has used information from reliable sources. Find out the population of a country, city, district at Chislennost.com.
Population of Afghanistan
32 225 581 people
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Data in March 2026
Population rank, Life expectancy, age and total area Afghanistan |
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|---|---|
| Population | |
| Population rank Afghanistan | 32 225 581 people |
| Male population | 51.7% |
| Female population | 48.3% |
| Life expectancy Afghanistan | |
| Life expectancy Male | 44.8 |
| Life expectancy Female | 45.3 |
| Age | |
| Median age Afghanistan | 17.3 age |
| <15 years | 42.3% |
| 15 - 65 years | 55.3% |
| >65 years | 2.4% |
| Total area | |
| Total area Afghanistan | 652230 km2 (#39 in world) |
| Population density | 49.41 per km2 |
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FAQ
⚡ When was the population counted?
The population count in Afghanistan was carried out in 2026.
⚡ What place does Afghanistan occupy in terms of population on Earth?
Afghanistan takes 44st place in the ranking of the population of countries on Earth.
⚡ Which city is the capital of Afghanistan?
The capital of Afghanistan is the city of Kabul with a population of 3 071 400 people.