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Mayotte population overview
Mayotte is the 55th most populous of 58 countries and territories in Africa. The United Nations put the population at 343,075 on 1 January 2026; with an annual growth rate of +3% the live estimate on this page rises by roughly 29 people per day.
Over a full year that means about 11,321 births (33 per 1,000 people) and 892 deaths (2.6 per 1,000), and net emigration of roughly 2 people. The infant mortality rate is 7.9 per 1,000 live births.
UN World Population Prospects data show the population grew from 15,100 in 1950 to 338,500 in 2025 — a change of +2,141.7%, or +4.2% per year on average. The population is at its all-time high today.
Demographically, the median age is 17.3 years; life expectancy at birth is 76.6 years.
Mayotte population statistics (2026)
| Population (live, October 2026) #182 of 238 → | 351,423 |
|---|---|
| UN estimate, 1 Jan 2026 | 343,075 |
| World rank | #182 of 238 |
| Rank in Africa | #55 of 58 |
| Share of world population | 0.004% |
| Annual growth rate #5 of 238 → | +3% |
| Births per year est. | 11,321 |
| Deaths per year est. | 892 |
| Net migration per year est. · #105 of 238 → | -2 |
| Birth rate | 33 per 1,000 |
| Death rate | 2.6 per 1,000 |
| Infant mortality #134 of 238 → | 7.9 per 1,000 births |
| Sex ratio #205 of 238 → | 92 males per 100 females |
| Median age #228 of 238 → | 17.3 years |
| Life expectancy | 76.6 years |
Mayotte population by year
| Year | Population | Change | Annual growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 (live, UN-based) | 351,423 | – | – |
| 2025 | 338,500 | +48,500 | +3.1% |
| 2020 | 290,000 | +51,000 | +3.9% |
| 2015 | 239,000 | +36,100 | +3.3% |
| 2010 | 202,900 | +26,150 | +2.8% |
| 2005 | 176,750 | +27,250 | +3.4% |
| 2000 | 149,500 | +30,650 | +4.7% |
| 1995 | 118,850 | +28,450 | +5.6% |
| 1990 | 90,400 | +23,300 | +6.1% |
| 1985 | 67,100 | +15,700 | +5.5% |
| 1980 | 51,400 | +9,100 | +4% |
| 1975 | 42,300 | +5,850 | +3% |
| 1970 | 36,450 | +5,050 | +3% |
| 1965 | 31,400 | +6,250 | +4.5% |
| 1960 | 25,150 | +5,700 | +5.3% |
| 1955 | 19,450 | +4,350 | +5.2% |
| 1950 | 15,100 | – | – |
Change and annual growth are measured against the previous row; growth is annualized where rows are five years apart. The live row extrapolates the UN estimate and is not directly comparable with the UN World Population Prospects series.
Largest cities in Mayotte
| # | City | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mamoudzou Capital | 54,831 | 15.6% |
| 2 | Koungou | 18,118 | 5.2% |
| 3 | Labattoir | 17,739 | 5% |
| 4 | Dzaoudzi | 15,339 | 4.4% |
Mamoudzou is the largest city with 54,831 people and is also the capital. City figures are the latest official estimates for the city proper, so shares are approximate. Full list of Mayotte cities →
About Mayotte
Detailed indicators
International organizations don't publish detailed statistical series (CO₂, energy, water, economy) for Mayotte — this is normal for small territories and a few special cases. The live counters above run on the latest UN-based estimates, and the population history below comes from the UN World Population Prospects.
Population over time
- From 15,100 in 1950 to 351,423 today — up 2,227.3%.
- The population is at its all-time high right now.
- Average change over the last 50 years of data: +4.2% per year.
- World rank: Population #182 of 238 · Population growth rate #5 of 238.
Mayotte in the news
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Mayotte in 2026?
As of October 2026, Mayotte has an estimated population of 351,423. The United Nations estimated 343,075 residents on 1 January 2026; the live figure on this page extrapolates that estimate using the +3% annual growth rate.
Is the population of Mayotte growing or shrinking?
It is growing at +3% per year — roughly 29 more people every day. Each year there are about 11,321 births and 892 deaths, with net migration of -2.
What is the median age in Mayotte?
The median age is 17.3 years, and life expectancy at birth is 76.6 years.
How does Mayotte rank by population?
Mayotte is the 182nd most populous of 238 countries and territories worldwide and the 55th in Africa, with 0.004% of the global population.
How has the population of Mayotte changed over time?
In 1950 the population was 15,100; by 2025 it had grown to 338,500 (+2,141.7%). The year-by-year table above lists the full UN World Population Prospects series.
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Sources & method: the live population is a linear extrapolation of the UN World Population Prospects estimate for 1 January 2026 using the annual growth rate (+3%); births, deaths and migration counters apply the UN crude rates to the live figure. Historical series, area, GDP and other indicators are from the UN World Population Prospects; the encyclopedic summary is from Wikipedia. Figures are statistical estimates, not census counts. Page generated 2026-10-20. More about our data.