Demographic Processes in 2012

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Demographic Processes in 2012

18.04.2013 11:00:00

Demographic Processes in 2012

As of 31 December 2012 the population of Bulgaria is 7 282 041 persons or 1.5% of the EU population. Compared to 2011, the country population decreases by 45 183 persons. There are 69 121 live born children in 2012. The number of live births decreases by 1 725 children compared to the previous year. The number of dead persons is 109 281 and the crude mortality rate - 15.0‰. Compared to the previous year the number of dead people increases by 1 023.

Detailed data can be found on the website of NSI at
Population (Demography, Migration and Projections)

The National Statistical Institute (NSI) is a state institution in Bulgaria that collects, processes and disseminates official statistical information on social, economic and demographic processes in the country. The NSI's activities are aimed at providing objective and reliable data that support informed decision-making by the state, business and society. The Institute works in accordance with international statistical standards and is an active participant in the European Statistical System.