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Geography & Reference

World Population & Area Lookup

Population, land area and population density for every country — the basic demographic facts that put the world in perspective.

United States

Population: 335 M

Area: 9,833,520 km²

Density: 34 /km²

Canada

Population: 39 M

Area: 9,984,670 km²

Density: 4 /km²

Mexico

Population: 129 M

Area: 1,964,375 km²

Density: 66 /km²

Brazil

Population: 215 M

Area: 8,515,767 km²

Density: 25 /km²

Argentina

Population: 46 M

Area: 2,780,400 km²

Density: 17 /km²

Chile

Population: 19 M

Area: 756,102 km²

Density: 25 /km²

Colombia

Population: 52 M

Area: 1,141,748 km²

Density: 46 /km²

Peru

Population: 34 M

Area: 1,285,216 km²

Density: 26 /km²

United Kingdom

Population: 67 M

Area: 243,610 km²

Density: 275 /km²

Ireland

Population: 5 M

Area: 70,273 km²

Density: 71 /km²

France

Population: 68 M

Area: 551,695 km²

Density: 123 /km²

Germany

Population: 84 M

Area: 357,022 km²

Density: 235 /km²

Italy

Population: 59 M

Area: 301,340 km²

Density: 196 /km²

Spain

Population: 48 M

Area: 505,992 km²

Density: 95 /km²

Portugal

Population: 10 M

Area: 92,090 km²

Density: 109 /km²

Netherlands

Population: 18 M

Area: 41,850 km²

Density: 430 /km²

Belgium

Population: 12 M

Area: 30,528 km²

Density: 393 /km²

Switzerland

Population: 9 M

Area: 41,284 km²

Density: 218 /km²

Austria

Population: 9 M

Area: 83,879 km²

Density: 107 /km²

Sweden

Population: 10 M

Area: 450,295 km²

Density: 22 /km²

Norway

Population: 5 M

Area: 385,207 km²

Density: 13 /km²

Denmark

Population: 6 M

Area: 43,094 km²

Density: 139 /km²

Finland

Population: 6 M

Area: 338,424 km²

Density: 18 /km²

Poland

Population: 38 M

Area: 312,696 km²

Density: 122 /km²

Czechia

Population: 11 M

Area: 78,867 km²

Density: 139 /km²

Greece

Population: 10 M

Area: 131,957 km²

Density: 76 /km²

Russia

Population: 144 M

Area: 17,098,242 km²

Density: 8 /km²

Turkey

Population: 85 M

Area: 783,562 km²

Density: 108 /km²

Israel

Population: 9 M

Area: 22,072 km²

Density: 408 /km²

UAE

Population: 10 M

Area: 83,600 km²

Density: 120 /km²

Saudi Arabia

Population: 36 M

Area: 2,149,690 km²

Density: 17 /km²

Egypt

Population: 111 M

Area: 1,001,450 km²

Density: 111 /km²

South Africa

Population: 60 M

Area: 1,221,037 km²

Density: 49 /km²

Kenya

Population: 54 M

Area: 580,367 km²

Density: 93 /km²

Nigeria

Population: 219 M

Area: 923,768 km²

Density: 237 /km²

Morocco

Population: 37 M

Area: 446,550 km²

Density: 83 /km²

India

Population: 1428 M

Area: 3,287,263 km²

Density: 434 /km²

Pakistan

Population: 240 M

Area: 881,913 km²

Density: 272 /km²

Bangladesh

Population: 173 M

Area: 147,570 km²

Density: 1172 /km²

China

Population: 1411 M

Area: 9,596,961 km²

Density: 147 /km²

Japan

Population: 124 M

Area: 377,975 km²

Density: 328 /km²

South Korea

Population: 52 M

Area: 100,210 km²

Density: 519 /km²

Thailand

Population: 70 M

Area: 513,120 km²

Density: 136 /km²

Vietnam

Population: 99 M

Area: 331,212 km²

Density: 299 /km²

Singapore

Population: 6 M

Area: 728 km²

Density: 8242 /km²

Malaysia

Population: 34 M

Area: 330,803 km²

Density: 103 /km²

Indonesia

Population: 277 M

Area: 1,904,569 km²

Density: 145 /km²

Philippines

Population: 115 M

Area: 300,000 km²

Density: 383 /km²

Hong Kong

Population: 7 M

Area: 1,104 km²

Density: 6341 /km²

Australia

Population: 26 M

Area: 7,692,024 km²

Density: 3 /km²

New Zealand

Population: 5 M

Area: 270,467 km²

Density: 18 /km²

Population, area and what density reveals

A country's population and land area are the two numbers that underpin almost everything else said about it: GDP per person, density, resource use, migration, infrastructure needs. Population density — people per square kilometre — combines the two into a single, intuitively meaningful figure: how crowded the country is on average. This lookup gives all three for each country in a glanceable card.

Density is a crude average that hides how people cluster (most of any country is near-empty), but it is still the standard first comparison for how 'full' a country feels and how much pressure land is under.

How population figures are measured

Populations are estimated by censuses every ten years in most countries, updated between censuses by vital registration (births and deaths) and migration data. The UN compiles national estimates into its World Population Prospects, the standard international source. Because censuses are infrequent and registration imperfect, figures are estimates rounded here to millions.

Populations change constantly — roughly 4 births and 2 deaths per second worldwide — so any figure is a snapshot. For comparison and planning, the approximate number is what matters; for the exact current count, live population clocks exist but are themselves estimates.

Area: land and the inclusion problem

Land area seems fixed but varies between sources because of what is counted. Some figures include inland waters (lakes, rivers); others exclude them. Coastal and territorial waters add further ambiguity. This tool uses total land area as commonly reported; the differences between reputable sources are usually a few percent, which matters little for density comparisons but can matter for legal and resource claims.

Disputed borders also affect area: different sources assign contested territories differently. For most reference uses, the conventional figure is fine; for legal or diplomatic work, the source's definition must be checked.

Density and where people actually live

Average density is people divided by total area, but real populations cluster. Australia's average density is about 3 people per km², yet 85% of Australians live within 50 km of the coast — the lived density is far higher. Egypt has around 100/km² averaged, but the Nile valley where nearly everyone lives is among the densest places on Earth, while the desert is empty.

So treat density as a starting comparison, not a description of lived crowding. For that, look at urbanisation rates and the population of the largest city, which often reveals more about daily life than the national average.

Global population trends

The world population passed 8 billion in 2022 and is still growing, but growth has slowed. Most high-income countries have fertility below the 2.1 replacement rate and are plateauing or shrinking (Japan, Germany, much of Europe). Most current growth is in sub-Saharan Africa and parts of South Asia; the UN projects a peak around 10 billion later this century, with uncertainty.

These shifts reshape economies and geopolitics. A shrinking working-age population is a fiscal challenge for rich countries; a young, growing population is an opportunity and a pressure for African and South Asian nations. Knowing the population and its trajectory is the starting point for understanding a country's future.

Using this lookup for context

Whenever you read about a country — its economy, its military, its emissions, its food supply — population and area are the denominators that make the numbers comparable. GDP becomes meaningful per person; military strength per capita; emissions per person. This lookup gives you those denominators quickly so any comparison you make is fair.

For work that needs precision, go to the UN or national statistics sources. For everyday context, writing and teaching, the figures here put countries on a comparable footing and let density tell its rough but useful story about how full each country is.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the population figures exact?

They are rounded approximations in millions, suitable for comparison and reference. For exact figures, consult the UN World Population Prospects or the national statistics office; populations change constantly as births, deaths and migration occur.

How is density calculated?

Density is population divided by land area, giving people per square kilometre. It is a simple average that hides clustering — most people live in a small fraction of any country's area, so density is a guide, not a measure of crowding where people actually live.

Why does area vary between sources?

Area figures depend on whether coastal and territorial waters are included and on disputed borders. This tool uses total land area; different sources may differ by a few percent, especially for countries with long coastlines.

Is population growing everywhere?

No. Most high-income countries have fertility below replacement and are plateauing or shrinking; most growth is in Africa and parts of Asia. The global population is still rising but is expected to peak later this century.

What is the most densely populated country?

City-states like Singapore, Monaco and Bahrain have very high density. Among larger countries, Bangladesh and India are among the most densely populated. Density depends heavily on how much of the country is habitable.

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