Muslim population growth over the years worldwide
The growth of the global Muslim population has been a significant demographic trend over the past few decades.
According to projections by the Pew Research Centre and data from Worldometer, the Muslim population is expected to continue its rapid increase well into the future.
In 2013, the global Muslim population was estimated at 1.63 billion, making up about 23% of the world's population. By 2020, this number had grown to approximately 2 billion, representing nearly 24.9% of the global population.
This growth is largely attributed to higher fertility rates and a younger median age among Muslims compared to other religious groups.
Looking ahead, the Muslim population is projected to grow significantly. By 2030, it is expected to reach 2.2 billion, accounting for about 26.4% of the world's population.
This trend is anticipated to continue, with the Muslim population projected to nearly double by 2050, reaching around 2.8 billion. By then, Muslims are expected to make up 30% of the global population.
The majority of the world's Muslims currently reside in the Asia-Pacific region, which is home to about 60% of the global Muslim population. This region includes countries with large Muslim populations such as Indonesia, Pakistan, and India.
The Middle East and North Africa, while predominantly Muslim, account for about 20% of the global Muslim population. Sub-Saharan Africa is also seeing a significant increase in its Muslim population, projected to rise from 16% in 2010 to 24% by 2050.
