Northern Mariana Islands Percentage of population by degree of urbanization 2026: 68.95 %
Northern Mariana Islands's percentage of population by degree of urbanization in 2026 is 68.95 % (estimate), up 0.3% from 2025. It ranks #156 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 Northern Mariana Islands ranks (2026)
#156 of 237- #154
Albania69.26% - #155
Panama68.99% - #156
Northern Mariana Islands68.95% - #157
Greece68.29% - #158
Isle of Man67.75%
Percentage of population by degree of urbanization over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends
| Year | Value | Change | % Change | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 68.95 % | +0.2 % | +0.29% | |
| 2025 | 68.75 % | +0.21 % | +0.31% | |
| 2024 | 68.54 % | +0.21 % | +0.30% | |
| 2023 | 68.33 % | +0.2 % | +0.29% | |
| 2022 | 68.13 % | +0.19 % | +0.28% | |
| 2021 | 67.94 % | +0.19 % | +0.27% | |
| 2020 | 67.75 % | 1.1 % | -1.59% | |
| 2019 | 68.85 % | 1.06 % | -1.52% | |
| 2018 | 69.91 % | 1.03 % | -1.45% | |
| 2017 | 70.94 % | 1 % | -1.38% | |
| 2016 | 71.93 % | 0.96 % | -1.32% | |
| 2015 | 72.9 % | — | — |
Cite this page
Geo Factbook. (n.d.). Northern Mariana Islands: Percentage of population by degree of urbanization. Retrieved November 13, 2026, from https://geofactbook.com/countries/northern-mariana-islands/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 Northern Mariana Islands Percentage of population by degree of urbanization
What is Northern Mariana Islands's percentage of population by degree of urbanization in 2026?▾
Northern Mariana Islands's percentage of population by degree of urbanization is 68.95 % in 2026 (estimate), according to United Nations Population Division.
Is Northern Mariana Islands's percentage of population by degree of urbanization increasing or decreasing?▾
Northern Mariana Islands's percentage of population by degree of urbanization rose by 0.3% from 2025 (68.75 %) to 2026 (68.95 %). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it fell by 4.2%.
How does Northern Mariana Islands rank for percentage of population by degree of urbanization?▾
In 2026, Northern Mariana Islands has the 156th highest percentage of population by degree of urbanization out of 237 countries with data.
What was Northern Mariana Islands's percentage of population by degree of urbanization in 2015?▾
In 2015, Northern Mariana Islands's percentage of population by degree of urbanization was 72.90 %. By 2026 it fell by 5.4%.
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