Republic of Lebanon
Capital: Beirut
Population: 5,773,493
Currency: Lebanese pound (LBP)
Lebanon is a small, Mediterranean country in Western Asia, bordered by Syria to the north and east, Israel to the south, and the Mediterranean Sea to the west. Its capital and largest city is Beirut, a major cultural and financial hub known for its rich history and vibrant lifestyle. Lebanon is known for its mountainous terrain, including the Mount Lebanon Range, which runs parallel to the coastline. The country has a diverse cultural and religious heritage, with significant communities of Muslims and Christians, and a history of being an important crossroads for trade and civilizations. Lebanon’s economy is based on services, banking, agriculture, and tourism. Despite its beauty and historical significance, Lebanon faces political instability and economic challenges. The country is a member of the United Nations, the Arab League, and the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Growth Rate
0.426
%
Fertility Rate
2.239
children born/woman
Crude Death Rate
5.962
per 1,000 people
Life Expectancy
77.8
years
Total Population in Lebanon
This graph illustrates the total population of a country over time, while also depicting the sex ratio, which indicates the number of males per 100 females in the population.
Population Density
Population Growth Rate (%)
The population growth rate shows how fast a population is increasing or decreasing annually, influenced by birth rates, death rates, and migration in Lebanon.
Life Expectancy (Years)
Life expectancy indicates the average number of years a person is expected to live.
Median Age (Years)
Median age represents the midpoint of a population’s age distribution, helping to assess whether a population is young, aging, or balanced.
Infant Mortality
Infant mortality rate measures the number of infant deaths per 1,000 live births.
Net migration in 2023 (per 1000 people)
-5.922
(-1.134)
Net migration represents the difference between the number of people moving into a country and those leaving.
Fertility Rate
Fertility rate represents the average number of children a woman is expected to have in her lifetime
Births vs Deaths
This graph compares the number of births and deaths each year.
Crude Death Rate
Crude death rate measures the number of deaths per 1,000 people in a population per year.
Source
Data is sourced from The World Bank, the United Nations Population Division (World Population Prospects: 2024 Revision), and other collated datasets, including national statistical offices, Eurostat (Demographic Statistics), and the United Nations Statistics Division (Population and Vital Statistics Report, various years).
Note: The information in the KPI is from 2023; any data beyond this year is an estimate from the United Nations.