Yemen: Population, Economy & Travel Facts

Essential data for planning your trip to Yemen — from population and demographics to economic indicators, healthcare infrastructure, tourism trends, and digital connectivity.

Population & Geography

Population
28,498,687
#49 of 197 countries
Area
527,968 km²
#52 of 248 countries
Density
54.0 / km²
#156 of 245 countries

Yemen has a population of 28,498,687 spread across 527,968 km², giving it an average density of 54.0 people per km².

Most Populous Cities

Sanaa
1,937,451
34999 / km²
Aden
1,079,670
13698 / km²
Taiz
940,600
21530 / km²
Ibb
771,514
7805 / km²
Hodeidah
734,699
7794 / km²
Mukalla
594,951
1944 / km²
Dhamar, Yemen
160,114
7983 / km²
'Amran
90,792
6424 / km²
Saada
51,870
5833 / km²
Hajjah
43,549
4153 / km²

Demographics

Median Age
20.5
Life Expectancy
68.2 yrs
Government
in transition
Religions
GDP by Sector

Economy & Cost of Living

Understanding the local economy helps travellers budget effectively and set expectations. Yemen is classified as a low income country by the World Bank.

Income Level
Low income