Population density is a measure of the number of people living per unit area of land. The most densely populated countries and territories are Macau, Monaco, and Singapore, with population densities of over 8,000 people per square kilometer. On the other end of the spectrum, the least densely populated countries and territories are Mongolia, Greenland, and Western Sahara, with population densities of less than one person per square kilometer.
Many of the countries with the highest population densities are located in Asia, such as Singapore, Hong Kong, Bangladesh, Taiwan, and South Korea. Some African countries like Rwanda, Burundi, and Malawi also have high population densities. In contrast, many of the countries with the lowest population densities are located in Africa, such as Namibia, Botswana, and Mauritania. Australia, Canada, and Russia also have low population densities due to their vast land areas and harsh climates.
Population density can have significant implications for a country, including resource use, infrastructure development, and environmental impact. Countries with high population densities may struggle to provide adequate resources and services to their citizens, while countries with low population densities may face challenges in developing infrastructure and providing services over vast areas. Ultimately, understanding population density can provide valuable insight into a country’s demographics, economy, and social issues.
Population Density by Country
CountryPopulation Density (2022)Percentage Change (vs. 2021)1Macau21,402.71 per km²6.95%2Monaco18,148.5 per km²-6.92%3Singapore8,377.05 per km²8.91%4Hong Kong7,134.87 per km²1.06%5Bahrain1,892.37 per km²-15.57%6Maldives1,736.74 per km²-4.16%7Malta1,672.08 per km²3.52%8Bangladesh1,328.68 per km²4%9Sint Maarten1,300.65 per km²3.21%10Bermuda1,186.46 per km²0.32%11Vatican City1,177.27 per km²%12Guernsey1,008.64 per km²%13Jersey931.68 per km²%14Palestine892.23 per km²9.11%15Taiwan660.92 per km²%16Barbados655.8 per km²-1.99%17Saint Martin641.54 per km²-18.25%18Mauritius640.67 per km²2.72%19Nauru639 per km²17.53%20Aruba590.43 per km²-0.85%21Rwanda571.33 per km²6.16%22San Marino560.7 per km²-1.08%23South Korea530.57 per km²-0.01%24Lebanon523.36 per km²-20.91%25Netherlands523.26 per km²0.49%26Burundi515.52 per km²8.03%27India480.5 per km²2.52%28Comoros457.86 per km²-4.09%29Curaçao432.61 per km²26.05%30Haiti425.43 per km²1.58%31Israel423.96 per km²-2.02%32Philippines393.53 per km²5.67%33Belgium385.94 per km²0.85%34Tuvalu379.87 per km²%35Grenada371.13 per km²11.65%36Puerto Rico367.57 per km²-0.09%37Sri Lanka353.92 per km²-1.17%38Japan338.26 per km²-1.9%39Guam320.28 per km²1.61%40Vietnam315.41 per km²-0.38%41Pakistan311.96 per km²6.8%42El Salvador307.19 per km²-2.36%43Trinidad and Tobago299.21 per km²9.36%44Saint Lucia295.49 per km²-2.25%45Cayman Islands288.79 per km²4.22%46United States Virgin Islands284.58 per km²-5.92%47United Kingdom279.99 per km²0.61%48The Gambia274.03 per km²11.53%49Saint Vincent and the Grenadines265.89 per km²-6.8%50Jamaica260.9 per km²-4.99%51Luxembourg254.33 per km²-3.3%52Liechtenstein247.4 per km²3.47%53Nigeria245.73 per km²5.87%54Uganda242.28 per km²3.1%55Kuwait241.87 per km²-0.42%56Germany238.4 per km²0.21%57Qatar236.41 per km²-7.29%58Dominican Republic234.59 per km²3.48%59Seychelles234.04 per km²8.5%60Marshall Islands233.31 per km²-29.56%61Switzerland222.61 per km²1.14%62Malawi222.02 per km²6.54%63North Korea217.26 per km²1.05%64Nepal215.53 per km²4.12%65Antigua and Barbuda214.31 per km²-4.5%66British Virgin Islands210.25 per km²3.67%67Italy199.08 per km²0.34%68Saint Kitts and Nevis183.67 per km²-10.8%69Anguilla174.71 per km²%70Andorra170.4 per km²3.52%71Guatemala168.83 per km²5.72%72Togo166.46 per km²6.77%73Kiribati164.83 per km²%74Federated States of Micronesia164.61 per km²-0.9%75People's Republic of China151.27 per km²0.91%76Ghana149.97 per km²7.51%77Tonga149.68 per km²%78Isle of Man148.61 per km²-0.79%79Cape Verde148.45 per km²%80Indonesia147.82 per km²0.42%81Denmark147.77 per km²0.94%82Thailand140.54 per km²2.66%83Cyprus136.38 per km²3.63%84Czech Republic135.95 per km²-1.91%85Poland134.02 per km²8.61%86United Arab Emirates134 per km²-4.76%87Jordan127.68 per km²10.35%88Syria126.49 per km²27.13%89Azerbaijan125.99 per km²2.68%90Sierra Leone121.79 per km²7.97%91Benin121.61 per km²10.15%92France118.26 per km²-4.09%93Slovakia118.18 per km²4.31%94Egypt113.23 per km²8.15%95Ethiopia112.11 per km²7.39%96Portugal111.87 per km²-0.47%97Hungary111.29 per km²4.6%98Turkey109.52 per km²-0.89%99Austria108.57 per km²0.06%100Northern Mariana Islands108.25 per km²-14.02%101Cuba107.85 per km²-1.06%102Slovenia105.27 per km²0.64%103Iraq104.82 per km²10.45%104Moldova104.48 per km²16.61%105Malaysia104.42 per km²4.63%106Albania103.37 per km²0.75%107Costa Rica102.08 per km²1.47%108Armenia97.58 per km²-6.44%109Dominica97.39 per km²1.24%110Kenya96.81 per km²0.22%111Cambodia95.99 per km²-0.01%112Spain95.12 per km²0.44%113Honduras94.68 per km²5.32%114Senegal92.26 per km²3.31%115East Timor91.5 per km²1.22%116Ivory Coast90.8 per km²6.7%117Romania86.46 per km²4.04%118Brunei85.87 per km²2.47%119Burkina Faso84.98 per km²8.12%120Morocco84.79 per km²1.3%121Myanmar83.62 per km²-0.45%122Republic of Macedonia82.7 per km²0.98%123Serbia81.74 per km²4.39%124Samoa81.18 per km²%125Greece80.23 per km²-2.99%126Tunisia80.19 per km²4.41%127Uzbekistan79.8 per km²0.63%128Lesotho76.76 per km²7.96%129Guinea-Bissau76.49 per km²6.68%130Tanzania76.13 per km²9.7%131Ireland73.41 per km²0.56%132Ecuador73.24 per km²1.72%133Tajikistan73.09 per km²4.12%134Croatia71.63 per km²3.96%135Eswatini70.4 per km²3.23%136Mexico66.08 per km²-1.37%137Yemen65.25 per km²12.89%138Afghanistan64.76 per km²6.16%139Ukraine63.42 per km²-16.11%140Bosnia and Herzegovina62.71 per km²-1.55%141Bulgaria61.6 per km²-3.14%142Equatorial Guinea61.13 per km²18.24%143Cameroon60.6 per km²5.21%144Panama60.23 per km²1.91%145Nicaragua58.55 per km²5.12%146Guinea57.75 per km²5.19%147Liberia56.25 per km²4.55%148Iran54.96 per km²5.29%149Georgia53.65 per km²-17.33%150Madagascar52.12 per km²6.58%151Fiji51.25 per km²3.74%152South Africa49.8 per km²0.61%153Djibouti49.03 per km²13.5%154Turks and Caicos Islands48.59 per km²17.65%155Colombia46.94 per km²1.6%156Belarus46.79 per km²1.72%157Montenegro46.58 per km²1.04%158Democratic Republic of the Congo45.11 per km²10.84%159Lithuania43.41 per km²-2.67%160Mozambique43.11 per km²5.4%161Zimbabwe43.08 per km²10.46%162Montserrat43 per km²%163The Bahamas41.22 per km²3.83%164Palau39.26 per km²-0.61%165Faroe Islands39 per km²11.11%166United States of America37.17 per km²2.4%167Kyrgyzstan35.12 per km²0.63%168Laos33.08 per km²3.37%169Venezuela32.69 per km²0.58%170Eritrea30.97 per km²-13.25%171Estonia30.94 per km²1.11%172Angola29.43 per km²8.2%173Latvia29.41 per km²-2.94%174Somalia28.92 per km²10.8%175Zambia27.67 per km²8.51%176Vanuatu27.44 per km²6.36%177Peru26.84 per km²2.84%178Solomon Islands26.45 per km²4.96%179Chile26.4 per km²2.33%180Sweden26.06 per km²1.8%181Brazil25.89 per km²1.13%182Sudan25.75 per km²5.97%183Saint Pierre and Miquelon24.13 per km²%184Papua New Guinea22.81 per km²13.48%185Niger21.48 per km²8.48%186Bhutan20.65 per km²1.23%187New Zealand19.86 per km²1.85%188Uruguay19.56 per km²-1.71%189Algeria19.15 per km²2.41%190Mali19.09 per km²11.64%191Finland18.25 per km²0.27%192Belize18.01 per km²1.18%193Republic of the Congo17.88 per km²7.71%194South Sudan17.55 per km²-2.5%195Paraguay17.27 per km²-5.11%196Saudi Arabia17.19 per km²4.82%197Argentina16.73 per km²0.18%198New Caledonia16.03 per km²7.58%199Norway15.03 per km²1.55%200Oman15.01 per km²-11.18%201Chad14.52 per km²8.36%202Turkmenistan13.87 per km²6.69%203Bolivia11.44 per km²4.95%204Gabon9.46 per km²7.5%205Central African Republic9.22 per km²16.71%206Russia8.82 per km²0.23%207Kazakhstan7.26 per km²3.71%208Botswana4.72 per km²12.38%209Mauritania4.72 per km²2.61%210Canada4.33 per km²0.7%211Guyana4.13 per km²3.25%212Suriname4 per km²5.26%213Libya3.91 per km²-2.25%214Iceland3.72 per km²0.54%215Australia3.44 per km²4.24%216Namibia3.16 per km²1.94%217Mongolia2.21 per km²5.24%218Western Sahara2.21 per km²%
Most Densely Populated Countries
The ten most densely populated countries and territories are Macau, Monaco, Singapore, Hong Kong, Bahrain, Maldives, Malta, Bangladesh, Sint Maarten, and Bermuda. The most densely populated territory in the world is Macau, with a population density of 21,402.71 per km². Monaco follows as the second most densely populated country, with a population density of 18,148.5 per km². Singapore ranks third, with a density of 8,377.05 per km², followed by Hong Kong at fourth place with 7,134.87 per km². Bahrain is the fifth most densely populated country, with 1,892.37 per km², and Maldives is the sixth most densely populated country with a density of 1,736.74 per km². Malta is the seventh most densely populated country with a density of 1,672.08 per km², followed by Bangladesh with 1,328.68 per km². Sint Maarten ranks ninth with a population density of 1,300.65 per km². Finally, Bermuda is the tenth most densely populated country with a population density of 1,186.46 per km².
The ten most densely populated countries and territories are:
1. Macau – 21,402.71 per km² 2. Monaco – 18,148.5 per km² 3. Singapore – 8,377.05 per km² 4. Hong Kong – 7,134.87 per km² 5. Bahrain – 1,892.37 per km² 6. Maldives – 1,736.74 per km² 7. Malta – 1,672.08 per km² 8. Bangladesh – 1,328.68 per km² 9. Sint Maarten – 1,300.65 per km² 10. Bermuda – 1,186.46 per km²
Most Densely Populated Country
The most densely populated territory in the world is Macau while the most densely populated country is Monaco. Macau is a special administrative region of China with a population density of 21,402.71 people per km², located on the western side of the Pearl River Delta across from Hong Kong. Despite its small size of only 32.9 km², Macau has a population of over 680,000 people, which makes it one of the most densely populated regions in the world. The territory’s high population density is due to its limited land area and the fact that it is a popular tourist destination, which attracts a large number of visitors every year.
Monaco is known for being one of the most luxurious and glamorous places on earth, but it’s also the second smallest independent nation in the world and the most densely populated country in the world. With a population density of 18,148.5 people per square kilometer, Monaco’s area of just 2.1 km² is home to a population of approximately 39,000 people. This small but densely populated country is located on the French Riviera, and its harbor and Mediterranean coastline make it a popular tourist destination.
Countries by Density
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Population Growth Rate
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2.3%
Albania
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-0.93%
Algeria
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1.73%
Andorra
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0.12%
Angola
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3.2%
Anguilla
Antigua and Barbuda
Population Growth Rate
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0.81%
Argentina
Population Growth Rate
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0.95%
Armenia
Population Growth Rate
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0.17%
Aruba
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0.4%
Australia
Population Growth Rate
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0.18%
Austria
Population Growth Rate
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0.44%
Azerbaijan
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0.51%
Bahrain
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2.71%
Bahrain has the fifth highest population density in the world with 1,892.37 people per km². Bahrain is an island country located in the Persian Gulf known for its oil industry and luxury shopping malls. Despite its small size and high population density, Bahrain has a strong economy and a high standard of living.
Bangladesh
Population Growth Rate
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0.98%
Bangladesh has the eighth highest population density in the world with 1,328.68 people per km². Bangladesh is a densely populated country located in South Asia known for its vibrant culture and textiles industry. Despite its challenges with poverty and political instability, Bangladesh has a growing economy and a rich cultural heritage.
Barbados
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0.12%
The population density of Barbados is 655.8 people per km², making it one of the most densely populated countries in North America. Barbados is a small island country located in the Caribbean, with a total land area of just 430 square kilometers. Despite its small size, it has a population of over 290,000 people, which results in its high population density.
Belarus
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-0.42%
Belgium
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0.38%
Belize
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1.82%
Benin
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2.67%
Bermuda
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-0.04%
Bermuda has the tenth highest population density in the world with 1,186.46 people per km². Bermuda is a British overseas territory located in the North Atlantic Ocean known for its pink-sand beaches and subtropical climate. Despite its small size and high population density, Bermuda has a strong economy based on international business and tourism.
Bhutan
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1.07%
Bolivia
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1.36%
Bosnia and Herzegovina
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-0.53%
Botswana
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1.92%
Brazil
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0.67%
British Virgin Islands
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0.61%
Brunei
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0.92%
Bulgaria
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-0.5%
Burkina Faso
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2.8%
Burundi
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3.02%
Burundi has a population density of 515.52 per km², making it one of the most densely populated countries in Africa. Burundi is a landlocked country in East Africa that has been plagued by political instability and conflict for many years. Despite these challenges, the people of Burundi are known for their resilience and resourcefulness, and the country has many natural resources, including fertile soil and abundant water.
Cambodia
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1.35%
Cameroon
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2.52%
Canada
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0.55%
Cape Verde
Cayman Islands
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1.18%
Central African Republic
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1.85%
Chad
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2.93%
Chile
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0.5%
Colombia
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0.75%
Comoros
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2.15%
Costa Rica
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0.88%
Croatia
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-3.74%
Cuba
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-0.08%
Curaçao
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-1.68%
Cyprus
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0.68%
Czech Republic
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0.05%
Democratic Republic of the Congo
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3.1%
Denmark
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0.43%
Djibouti
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1.43%
Dominica
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0.25%
Dominican Republic
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0.97%
East Timor
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1.91%
Ecuador
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1.38%
Egypt
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1.86%
El Salvador
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0.5%
Equatorial Guinea
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3.29%
Eritrea
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0%
Estonia
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-0.02%
Eswatini
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1.05%
Ethiopia
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2.5%
Faroe Islands
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0.38%
Federated States of Micronesia
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1.07%
Fiji
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0.72%
Finland
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0.22%
France
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0.18%
Gabon
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2.36%
Georgia
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-0.38%
Germany
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-0.04%
Ghana
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2.1%
Greece
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-0.34%
Grenada
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0.44%
Guam
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0.83%
Guatemala
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1.48%
Guernsey
Guernsey has a population density of 1,008.64 per km², making it one of the most densely populated countries in Europe. It is a British Crown Dependency located in the English Channel off the coast of Normandy. The island has a mix of traditional and modern infrastructure and has become a popular tourist destination.
Guinea
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2.74%
Guinea-Bissau
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2.38%
Guyana
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0.48%
Haiti
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1.21%
Honduras
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1.59%
Hong Kong
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-0.91%
Hong Kong has the fourth highest population density in the world with 7,134.87 people per km². Hong Kong is a special administrative region of China and is known for its skyscrapers, bustling streets, and vibrant food scene. Despite its high population density, Hong Kong is a global financial center and a popular tourist destination.
Hungary
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-0.41%
Iceland
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1.58%
India
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0.97%
Indonesia
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1.03%
Iran
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1.23%
Iraq
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2.35%
Ireland
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0.85%
Isle of Man
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0.44%
Israel
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1.6%
Italy
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-0.65%
Ivory Coast
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2.53%
Jamaica
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0.41%
Japan
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-0.46%
Jersey
Jersey has a population density of 931.68 per km², making it one of the most densely populated countries in Europe. It is also a British Crown Dependency, located in the English Channel. Jersey is a popular tourist destination and is known for its beautiful beaches, history, and culture. The island is home to a mix of both traditional and modern infrastructure.
Jordan
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0.64%
Kazakhstan
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1.31%
Kenya
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2.23%
Kiribati
Kuwait
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1.35%
Kyrgyzstan
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1.72%
Laos
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1.42%
Latvia
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-0.91%
Lebanon
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-0.83%
Lesotho
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0.78%
Liberia
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2.39%
Libya
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1.26%
Liechtenstein
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0.31%
Lithuania
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0.02%
Luxembourg
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1.36%
Macau
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1.38%
Macau has the highest population density in the world with 21,402.71 people per km². Macau is an autonomous region on the south coast of China and is known as the "Las Vegas of Asia" due to its numerous casinos and luxury hotels. Despite being the most densely populated country in the world, Macau has a high standard of living and a thriving economy.
Madagascar
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2.62%
Malawi
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2.67%
Malaysia
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1.26%
Maldives
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0.57%
Maldives has the sixth highest population density in the world with 1,736.74 people per km². Maldives is a small island nation located in the Indian Ocean known for its turquoise waters and luxury resorts. Despite its small size and high population density, Maldives has a strong economy based on tourism and fishing.
Mali
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2.94%
Malta
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0.3%
Malta has the seventh highest population density in the world with 1,672.08 people per km². Malta is a small island country located in the Mediterranean Sea known for its historic sites and crystal-clear waters. Despite its small size and high population density, Malta has a thriving economy and is a popular tourist destination.
Marshall Islands
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0.71%
Mauritania
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2.66%
Mauritius
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0.03%
The population density of Mauritius is 640.67 per km², making it one of the most densely populated countries in Africa. Mauritius is a small island nation in the Indian Ocean, east of Madagascar. Despite its small size, it has a diverse population and a thriving economy based on tourism and manufacturing.
Mexico
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1.03%
Moldova
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-1.79%
Monaco
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0.7%
Monaco has the second highest population density in the world with 18,148.5 people per km². Monaco is a sovereign city-state located on the French Riviera known for its upscale lifestyle, luxury yachts, and Formula One race. Despite its small size, Monaco has a high GDP and is known as a tax haven for the wealthy.
Mongolia
Population Growth Rate
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1.54%
Montenegro
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-0.18%
Montserrat
Morocco
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1.17%
Mozambique
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2.86%
Myanmar
Population Growth Rate
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0.73%
Namibia
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1.81%
Nauru
Population Growth Rate
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0.36%
Nepal
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1.83%
Netherlands
Population Growth Rate
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0.53%
New Caledonia
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0.24%
New Zealand
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0.63%
Nicaragua
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1.17%
Niger
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3.75%
Nigeria
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2.52%
North Korea
Population Growth Rate
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0.42%
Northern Mariana Islands
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0.61%
Norway
Population Growth Rate
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0.53%
Oman
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2.26%
Pakistan
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1.93%
Palau
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0.45%
Palestine
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2.46%
The population density of Palestine is 892.23 people per km², making it one of the most densely populated countries in Asia. Located in the Middle East, Palestine has a population of over 5 million people, with most of the population residing in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank. The high population density is due to the small size of the country, which is just 6,020 square kilometers.
Panama
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1.54%
Papua New Guinea
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1.9%
Paraguay
Population Growth Rate
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1.21%
People's Republic of China
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0.09%
Peru
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1.17%
Philippines
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1.33%
Poland
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-0.31%
Portugal
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0.02%
Puerto Rico
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-0.55%
Qatar
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1.7%
Republic of Macedonia
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-0.36%
Republic of the Congo
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2.49%
Romania
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-0.74%
Russia
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-0.44%
Rwanda
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2.47%
Rwanda has a population density of 571.33 per km², making it one of the most densely populated countries in Africa. Rwanda is a landlocked country in East Africa known for its stunning natural beauty, including the Virunga Mountains and Lake Kivu. Despite its tragic history, Rwanda has made significant progress in recent years, with a growing economy and improving standards of living.
Saint Kitts and Nevis
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0.66%
Saint Lucia
Population Growth Rate
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0.42%
Saint Martin
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1.49%
The population density of Saint Martin is 641.54 people per km², making it one of the most densely populated countries in North America. Saint Martin is a small island country located in the northeastern Caribbean Sea.
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Population Growth Rate
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0.29%
Samoa
San Marino
Population Growth Rate
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0.21%
Saudi Arabia
Population Growth Rate
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1.5%
Senegal
Population Growth Rate
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2.67%
Serbia
Population Growth Rate
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-0.8%
Seychelles
Population Growth Rate
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0.75%
Sierra Leone
Population Growth Rate
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2.04%
Singapore
Population Growth Rate
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-4.17%
Singapore has the third highest population density in the world with 8,377.05 people per km². Singapore is a small island city-state located in Southeast Asia and is known for its strict laws and regulations. Despite its high population density, Singapore is a highly developed country with a strong economy and excellent public transportation.
Sint Maarten
Population Growth Rate
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1.26%
Sint Maarten has the ninth highest population density in the world with 1,300.65 people per km². Sint Maarten is a small island country located in the Caribbean Sea known for its white-sand beaches and colorful architecture. Despite being one of the smallest countries in the world, Sint Maarten has a thriving tourism industry and a diverse culture.
Slovakia
Population Growth Rate
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-0.21%
Slovenia
Population Growth Rate
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0.22%
Solomon Islands
Population Growth Rate
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2.46%
Somalia
Population Growth Rate
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2.89%
South Africa
Population Growth Rate
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1.23%
South Korea
Population Growth Rate
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-0.18%
South Sudan
Population Growth Rate
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1.66%
Spain
Population Growth Rate
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-0.08%
Sri Lanka
Population Growth Rate
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1.08%
Sudan
Population Growth Rate
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2.39%
Suriname
Population Growth Rate
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0.88%
Sweden
Population Growth Rate
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0.6%
Switzerland
Population Growth Rate
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0.71%
Syria
Population Growth Rate
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4.33%
Taiwan
Taiwan, located in East Asia, has a population density of 660.92 people per km², making it one of the most densely populated countries in Asia. Taiwan is a small island nation with a population of over 23 million people. The country has a highly developed economy and is known for its technological advancements. The high population density is due to the small size of the island, which is just 36,000 square kilometers. Despite its small size, Taiwan is a major player in the global economy and is home to many large corporations.
Tajikistan
Population Growth Rate
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2.2%
Tanzania
Population Growth Rate
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2.91%
Thailand
Population Growth Rate
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0.22%
The Bahamas
Population Growth Rate
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0.93%
The Gambia
Population Growth Rate
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2.87%
Togo
Population Growth Rate
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2.38%
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Population Growth Rate
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0.28%
Tunisia
Population Growth Rate
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0.99%
Turkey
Population Growth Rate
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0.83%
Turkmenistan
Population Growth Rate
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1.43%
Turks and Caicos Islands
Population Growth Rate
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1.3%
Tuvalu
Uganda
Population Growth Rate
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2.98%
Ukraine
Population Growth Rate
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-0.72%
United Arab Emirates
Population Growth Rate
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1.01%
United Kingdom
Population Growth Rate
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0.37%
United States of America
Population Growth Rate
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0.12%
United States Virgin Islands
Population Growth Rate
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-0.4%
Uruguay
Population Growth Rate
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0.33%
Uzbekistan
Population Growth Rate
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1.98%
Vanuatu
Population Growth Rate
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2.35%
Vatican City
The population density of Vatican City is 1,177.27 per km², making it the most densely populated country in the world. It is a sovereign city-state surrounded by the city of Rome, Italy. The population is mostly comprised of members of the clergy and the Swiss Guard, which is responsible for the safety of the Pope.
Venezuela
Population Growth Rate
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0.94%
Vietnam
Population Growth Rate
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0.85%
Western Sahara
Yemen
Population Growth Rate
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2.2%
Zambia
Population Growth Rate
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2.88%
Zimbabwe
Population Growth Rate
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1.53%
The country with the highest population density is Monaco with a population density of 18,148.5 per km². The territory with the highest population density is Macau with 21,402.71 people per km².
Which country has the highest population in 2023?
As per the latest data, India is currently home to the largest population in the world. India overtook China as the country with the largest population in the world in 2022-2023, with more than 1,428,627,663 people. China has the second-largest population in the world with just above 1,425,671,352 inhabitants.
What are the 10 most populated countries?
These Are the Largest Countries in the World by Population.
India..
China..
United States..
Indonesia..
Pakistan..
Nigeria..
Brazil..
Bangladesh..
What are the top 10 populated countries in the world 2024?
Twenty countries with the largest population in 2024 (in millions).
What is the top 20 largest population in the world?
The most populous countries in the world, in descending order, are China, India, the United States, Indonesia, Pakistan, Brazil, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Russia, and Mexico.