What is the population of Morocco? Analysis of the latest data and hot topics in 2024
As an important Arab country in North Africa, Morocco's demographic structure and changing trends have always attracted much attention. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to give you a structured presentation of Morocco's latest population data and related social hot spots.
1. Morocco’s population core data (updated in 2024)
| indicator | numerical value | global ranking |
|---|---|---|
| total population | 38,211,459 people | No. 40 |
| male population | 19,201,674 people (50.25%) | - |
| female population | 19,009,785 people (49.75%) | - |
| population density | 85.6 people/square kilometer | No. 120 |
| annual growth rate | 1.04% | - |
| average age | 29.7 years old | - |
2. Recent hot topics related to population
1.The process of urbanization is accelerating: Casablanca’s population has exceeded 4 million, making it the fifth largest city in Africa, triggering discussions on infrastructure carrying capacity.
2.Diaspora growth: France announced that the Moroccan population has reached 1.5 million, and remittance income accounts for 6.8% of Morocco’s GDP.
3.Controversy over declining fertility rates: Ministry of Health data showed that the total fertility rate dropped to 2.3, and some religious groups called for policy intervention.
4.Refugee population dynamics: The United Nations reports that Morocco hosts about 12,000 sub-Saharan African refugees, mainly in Rabat and Oujda.
3. Analysis of population structure characteristics
| age group | Proportion | Changing trends |
|---|---|---|
| 0-14 years old | 27.3% | Annual decrease of 0.5% |
| 15-64 years old | 65.7% | Annual increase of 0.3% |
| Over 65 years old | 7.0% | Annual increase of 0.2% |
4. Geographical distribution hot spots
1.Greater Casablanca DistrictConcentrating 18% of the country's population, traffic congestion management plans have become a hot topic on social platforms in the past 10 days.
2.southern provincesThe population loss is serious, with the population of Layoune Province decreasing by 1.2% annually, which is directly related to the adjustment of the phosphate industry.
3.new immigration phenomenon: The Tangier Free Trade Zone attracts about 50,000 foreign workers, mainly from Senegal and Cote d’Ivoire.
5. Social and Economic Impact
| field | Demographic correlation indicators | Latest news |
|---|---|---|
| job market | Youth unemployment rate is 23.5% | Government launches 'Skills Plan 2024' |
| medical resources | Number of doctors per 10,000 people: 6.2 | Construction of new hospital aided by China attracts attention |
| Education investment | Literacy rate 75.6% | Distance education coverage reaches new high |
6. Future population forecast
According to the Moroccan High Commission for Planning (HCP) model:
| Year | Projected population | critical turning point |
|---|---|---|
| 2030 | 41,500,000 | The threshold of aging society |
| 2050 | 45,800,000 | Demographic dividend window closes |
Note: The above data is based on the latest reports from the Moroccan Bureau of Statistics, the World Bank and the United Nations Population Division. Hot topics are collected from Twitter, Facebook trend lists and reports from Moroccan mainstream media in the past 10 days.
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