Kingdom of Morocco
Capital: Rabat
Population: 36,828,3301
Currency: Moroccan dirham (MAD)
Morocco is a North African country bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, the Mediterranean Sea, Algeria, and the Western Sahara. It is known for its diverse geography, which includes the Atlas Mountains, vast Sahara Desert, and a long coastline. The country has a rich history and culture, influenced by Berber, Arab, and European traditions. The capital is Rabat, while the largest city and economic hub is Casablanca. Morocco’s economy is driven by tourism, agriculture, mining, and manufacturing, with phosphate production being a key industry. The country is also known for its vibrant markets, traditional Medinas, and historical sites such as Marrakech, Fez, and Chefchaouen. Morocco is a constitutional monarchy, with King Mohammed VI playing a central role in governance. The country has strong economic ties with the European Union, particularly with France and Spain, and has pursued major infrastructure projects, including the Tangier-Med Port and high-speed rail network.
Growth Rate
1.001
%
Fertility Rate
2.230
children born/woman
Crude Death Rate
5.638
per 1,000 people
Life Expectancy
75.3
years
Total Population in Morocco
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 Morocco.
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)
-1.051
(-0.017)
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.
1Population figures for Morocco are based on the official data from the Haut-Commissariat au Plan (HCP). Source: HCP Morocco.