A open data product by the
Population & Demographic Statistics Division
A open data product by the
Population & Demographic Statistics Division
The Population of Malaysia
Measuring the population of Malaysia is the beating heart of everything we do at DOSM. Almost every single government agency relies on our population data to some degree, whether it is for surveillance, policy formulation, or policy implementation. This dashboard summarises key population trends and data at national and state level.
Last updated: 17 Oct 2024, 12:00
Next update: 31 Dec 2025, 12:00
How is the population of Malaysia trending?
Data as of 2024Population figures include both citizens and non-citizens, but do not include temporary residents.
- Population
- Growth
Total Population (2024)
34.1 million
Population Growth (2024)
2.0%
1970
2024
Malaysia: How are vital statistics trending?
Data as of 2023Due to their comprehensive nature, these data series take time to produce. The data for 2022 will be updated no later than December 2023.
- Actual Figures
- Rates
Live Births
Latest (2023)
455,761
Rate (per 1000 population)
13.6
Deaths
Latest (2023)
196,965
Rate (per 1000 population)
5.9
Natural Increase (Births - Deaths)
Latest (2023)
258,796
Rate (per 1000 population)
7.7
Stillbirths
Latest (2023)
2,193
Rate (per 1000 births)
4.8
Perinatal Deaths
Latest (2023)
3,603
Rate (per 1000 births)
7.9
Neonatal Deaths
Latest (2023)
1,941
Rate (per 1000 live births)
4.3
Infant Deaths
Latest (2023)
3,054
Rate (per 1000 live births)
6.7
Toddler Deaths
Latest (2023)
709
Rate (per 1000 population aged 1-4)
0.4
Maternal Deaths
Latest (2023)
117
Rate (per 1000 live births)
25.7
2000
2023
Department of Statistics Malaysia
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