What is the Population of Mali?

The flag of Mali is composed of three equal vertical bands of green, yellow and red.
Population of Mali 22,395,489

Facts last checked 31 August 2026.

Mali has a population of approximately 22,395,489 people, making it the 60th most populated country of the 196 countries covered on this site — around 0.28% of the world's population. With a land area of 1,240,192 km², the population density is roughly 18 people per km².

Population22,395,489
Population rank60th of 196
Share of world population0.28%
Area1,240,192 km²
Population density18 / km²
DemonymMalian

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Population of Mali — FAQ

What is the population of Mali?

The population of Mali is approximately 22,395,489 (22.4 million) based on the latest available data.

What is the population of Mali in 2026?

As of 2026, the estimated population of Mali is approximately 22,395,489 people. Mali is the 60th most populated country in our dataset.

How many people live in Mali?

Approximately 22,395,489 people live in Mali, making it the 60th most populated country out of 196 covered on this site.

How does Mali rank by population?

Mali is the 60th most populated of the 196 countries covered on this site, with a world population share of 0.28%.

What is the population density of Mali?

Mali has a population density of roughly 18 people per km², based on a land area of 1,240,192 km².

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