The population of Croatia

Area of Science:

• Demography
• Population Studies
• Croatian History

Background:

• Croatia's population dynamics are shaped by historical events.
• Emigration has been a constant factor since the late 19th century.

Purpose of the Study:

• To analyze historical and current population dynamics in Croatia.
• To identify key factors influencing Croatia's demographic structure.

Main Methods:

• Historical demographic analysis
• Examination of inter-census population data
• Analysis of population movements and trends

Main Results:

• Significant population losses occurred during and after World Wars I and II.
• Emigration persisted across all inter-census periods post-1945.
• Natural population decline and aging are evident in approximately half of Croatia.

Conclusions:

• Croatia's demographic structure is characterized by persistent emigration and population decline.
• Historical events and ongoing emigration significantly impact population aging and natural decrease.