Hungary's
population has experienced a consistent decrease, dropping from
10,014,000 in
2010 to
9,580,000 in
2024. This represents a decline of
434,000 people over 14 years, indicating a notable
demographic shift.
The rate of population decline has accelerated in recent years. Between
2010 and
2015, the population decreased by
158,000, whereas from
2019 to
2024, it fell by
193,000, showcasing a growing trend in population reduction.
Historical Population Peak in 1989
The population of Hungary reached its peak in
1989, with
10,421,000 people. Since then, there has been a steady decline, with the total number dropping by
841,000 over the course of 35 years.
Significant Milestones in Population Decline
Hungary's population fell below
10 million in
2010, marking a significant demographic milestone. This downward trend continued, further crossing below the
9.6 million threshold in
2023.
Average Annual Decline Since 2010
From
2010 to
2024, the average annual population decrease has been approximately
31,000 people per year, reflecting a persistent demographic downturn.
Slowest and Fastest Decline Periods
The slowest decline occurred between
2018 and
2019, with the population dropping by only
5,000 people. In contrast, the fastest decline was observed from
2022 to
2023, with a reduction of
90,000 people, highlighting the variability in
population change rates.
Decade of Stabilization Before Accelerated Decline
Between
1991 and
2001, the population showed relative stabilization, with a modest decrease of
173,000 people. This period of slower decline preceded the more accelerated decreases observed in subsequent years.