Mali Percentage of population by degree of urbanization 2026: 49.78 %
Mali's percentage of population by degree of urbanization in 2026 is 49.78 % (estimate), up 0.9% from 2025. It ranks #211 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 Mali ranks (2026)
#211 of 237- #209
Timor-Leste51.5%
- #210
Slovenia50.92%
- #211
Mali49.78%
- #212
Marshall Islands49.69%
- #213
Papua New Guinea48.18%
Percentage of population by degree of urbanization over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends
| Year | Value | Change | % Change | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 49.78 % | +0.46 % | +0.93% | |
| 2025 | 49.32 % | +0.4 % | +0.81% | |
| 2024 | 48.92 % | +0.42 % | +0.87% | |
| 2023 | 48.5 % | +0.45 % | +0.93% | |
| 2022 | 48.05 % | +0.48 % | +1.00% | |
| 2021 | 47.58 % | +0.5 % | +1.07% | |
| 2020 | 47.07 % | +0.4 % | +0.85% | |
| 2019 | 46.67 % | +0.42 % | +0.91% | |
| 2018 | 46.25 % | +0.45 % | +0.98% | |
| 2017 | 45.81 % | +0.48 % | +1.05% | |
| 2016 | 45.33 % | +0.51 % | +1.14% | |
| 2015 | 44.82 % | — | — |
Cite this page
Geo Factbook. (n.d.). Mali: Percentage of population by degree of urbanization. Retrieved November 13, 2026, from https://geofactbook.com/countries/mali/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 Mali Percentage of population by degree of urbanization
What is Mali's percentage of population by degree of urbanization in 2026?▾
Mali's percentage of population by degree of urbanization is 49.78 % in 2026 (estimate), according to United Nations Population Division.
Is Mali's percentage of population by degree of urbanization increasing or decreasing?▾
Mali's percentage of population by degree of urbanization rose by 0.9% from 2025 (49.32 %) to 2026 (49.78 %). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it rose by 9.8%.
How does Mali rank for percentage of population by degree of urbanization?▾
In 2026, Mali has the 211th highest percentage of population by degree of urbanization out of 237 countries with data.
What was Mali's percentage of population by degree of urbanization in 2015?▾
In 2015, Mali's percentage of population by degree of urbanization was 44.82 %. By 2026 it rose by 11.1%.
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