Mali Statistics

Population

25,198,821 people (2025)

Total GDP

$23.2B (2025)

GDP Per capita

$936 (2025)

Human Development Index (HDI)

0.419 (188.)

About Mali

Mali has ancient empire heritage with Timbuktu as historic center of learning and trade. The country has Sahara Desert in north and fertile Niger River valley. Malian culture emphasizes griots storytelling, Islamic heritage, and traditional music.

The nation has Sahel and desert climate with challenging environmental conditions. Mali has presidential republic facing security challenges in northern regions. The country has gold mining, cotton production, and livestock sectors.

Bamako is capital on Niger River with vibrant markets and cultural life. Mali has UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Timbuktu manuscripts. The nation has French as official language with Bambara widely spoken.

Traditional Malian culture includes djembe drumming, traditional crafts, and Islamic festivals. The country has Muslim majority with traditional practices integration. Malian cuisine features millet, rice, and West African spices.

The population is 22 million with diverse ethnic groups and traditional lifestyle. Mali offers ancient heritage, musical traditions, and Sahel culture in historic African empire.

Economic Indicators

GDP Historical Performance
$23.2B
$21.7B
$20.3B
$18.8B
$17.3B
$17.3B
$17.5B
$19.3B
$19.3B
$21.2B
$22.7B
$23.2B
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025

Demographic Distribution

Age Groups Distribution
23.1%
0-14
22.7%
10.4%
15-24
10.2%
11.2%
25-44
10.9%
4.5%
45-64
4.5%
1.1%
65+
1.3%
Male
Female
%50.4 (12.711.637)
%49.6 (12.487.184)

Population Data by Years

Year Total Population Annual Change Density People/KM2
2100 79.354.048 +0.39% 65
2090 75.539.858 +0.64% 61.9
2080 69.994.175 +0.93% 57.4
2070 62.919.460 +1.25% 51.6
2060 54.787.469 +1.57% 44.9
2050 46.154.079 +1.93% 37.8
2040 37.413.643 +2.36% 30.7
2030 29.002.865 +2.79% 23.8
2025 NOW 25.198.821 +2.94% 20.7
2020 21.713.836 +3.06% 17.8
2015 18.593.022 +3.18% 15.2
2010 15.945.198 +3.3% 13.1
2005 13.538.647 +3.33% 11.1
2000 11.559.290 +2.96% 9.5
1995 10.185.365 +2.19% 8.3
1990 9.178.830 +1.99% 7.5
1985 8.374.663 +2.02% 6.9
1980 7.530.515 +2.1% 6.2
1975 6.837.261 +1.81% 5.6
1970 6.276.472 +1.6% 5.1
1965 5.815.487 +1.49% 4.8
1960 5.402.550 +1.44% 4.4
1955 5.041.934 +1.39% 4.1
1950 4.696.911 - 3.8

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Largest Cities

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Geographic Regions

Bamako
2.445.748
Gao
697.858
Kayes
2.667.201
Kidal
92.507
Koulikoro
3.037.030
Ménaka
84.648
Mopti
2.658.322
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3.083.431
Sikasso
3.577.708
Taoudénit
172.322
Tombouctou
852.658

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Data Sources

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