Laos Percentage of population by degree of urbanization 2026: 32.65 %
Laos's percentage of population by degree of urbanization in 2026 is 32.65 % (estimate), up 1.1% from 2025. It ranks #224 of 237 countries.
Explore the percentage of population by degree of urbanization across countries, highlighting the shift towards urban living and its impact on economic growth and development. Understanding these trends is crucial for addressing urban planning and resource allocation.
Estimated value for 2026 (interpolated, no direct source).
Where Laos ranks (2026)
#224 of 237- #222
Zimbabwe34.87% - #223
Bhutan32.87% - #224
Laos32.65% - #225
Micronesia (Fed. States of)31.14% - #226
Vanuatu30.17%
Percentage of population by degree of urbanization over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends
| Year | Value | Change | % Change | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 32.65 % | +0.34 % | +1.05% | |
| 2025 | 32.31 % | +0.32 % | +0.99% | |
| 2024 | 31.99 % | +0.32 % | +1.03% | |
| 2023 | 31.66 % | +0.34 % | +1.07% | |
| 2022 | 31.33 % | +0.34 % | +1.11% | |
| 2021 | 30.98 % | +0.35 % | +1.16% | |
| 2020 | 30.63 % | +0.43 % | +1.42% | |
| 2019 | 30.2 % | +0.44 % | +1.48% | |
| 2018 | 29.76 % | +0.45 % | +1.55% | |
| 2017 | 29.31 % | +0.47 % | +1.63% | |
| 2016 | 28.84 % | +0.48 % | +1.71% | |
| 2015 | 28.35 % | — | — |
Cite this page
Geo Factbook. (n.d.). Laos: Percentage of population by degree of urbanization. Retrieved November 13, 2026, from https://geofactbook.com/countries/laos/percentage-of-population-by-degree-of-urbanization
The figures on this page come from United Nations Population Division. For academic work, cite the original source as well.
Frequently Asked Questions About Laos Percentage of population by degree of urbanization
What is Laos's percentage of population by degree of urbanization in 2026?▾
Laos's percentage of population by degree of urbanization is 32.65 % in 2026 (estimate), according to United Nations Population Division.
Is Laos's percentage of population by degree of urbanization increasing or decreasing?▾
Laos's percentage of population by degree of urbanization rose by 1.1% from 2025 (32.31 %) to 2026 (32.65 %). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it rose by 13.2%.
How does Laos rank for percentage of population by degree of urbanization?▾
In 2026, Laos has the 224th highest percentage of population by degree of urbanization out of 237 countries with data.
What was Laos's percentage of population by degree of urbanization in 2015?▾
In 2015, Laos's percentage of population by degree of urbanization was 28.35 %. By 2026 it rose by 15.1%.
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