Benin Population in 1972

Historical population record for Benin, with year-over-year context and source information.

Population in 1972

3,207,543 people

Compared with 1971, the population changed by 72,776 people (+2.32%).

Population around 1972

YearPopulation
19703,065,057
19713,134,767
19723,207,543
19733,283,496
19743,362,633

View full population history →

POPULATION QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions

What was the population of Benin in 1972?

The recorded population was 3,207,543.

How much did the population change from the previous year?

The population changed by 72,776 people (+2.32%) from 1971.

What is the source for this population record?

The record is attributed to World Bank Open Data.

Can I compare this year with other years?

Yes. Use the population history and change calculator links on this page.

Sources

World Bank Open Data · Quality score 100/100

HELP IMPROVE WHEREFACTS

Report a data issue

Found an incorrect population value, source, place name or broken link? Send it to our review queue. Reports never change published data automatically.

Report an issue or suggest a correction