Spain Percentage of population by degree of urbanization 2026: 79.42 %
Spain's percentage of population by degree of urbanization in 2026 is 79.42 % (estimate), up 0.2% from 2025. It ranks #88 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 Spain ranks (2026)
#88 of 237
Percentage of population by degree of urbanization over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends
| Year | Value | Change | % Change | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 79.42 % | +0.13 % | +0.16% | |
| 2025 | 79.29 % | +0.13 % | +0.16% | |
| 2024 | 79.16 % | +0.13 % | +0.16% | |
| 2023 | 79.03 % | +0.13 % | +0.16% | |
| 2022 | 78.9 % | +0.13 % | +0.17% | |
| 2021 | 78.77 % | +0.13 % | +0.17% | |
| 2020 | 78.64 % | +0.17 % | +0.22% | |
| 2019 | 78.47 % | +0.17 % | +0.22% | |
| 2018 | 78.3 % | +0.17 % | +0.22% | |
| 2017 | 78.13 % | +0.17 % | +0.22% | |
| 2016 | 77.96 % | +0.17 % | +0.22% | |
| 2015 | 77.78 % | — | — |
Cite this page
Geo Factbook. (n.d.). Spain: Percentage of population by degree of urbanization. Retrieved November 13, 2026, from https://geofactbook.com/countries/spain/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 Spain Percentage of population by degree of urbanization
What is Spain's percentage of population by degree of urbanization in 2026?▾
Spain's percentage of population by degree of urbanization is 79.42 % in 2026 (estimate), according to United Nations Population Division.
Is Spain's percentage of population by degree of urbanization increasing or decreasing?▾
Spain's percentage of population by degree of urbanization rose by 0.2% from 2025 (79.29 %) to 2026 (79.42 %). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it rose by 1.9%.
How does Spain rank for percentage of population by degree of urbanization?▾
In 2026, Spain has the 88th highest percentage of population by degree of urbanization out of 237 countries with data.
What was Spain's percentage of population by degree of urbanization in 2015?▾
In 2015, Spain's percentage of population by degree of urbanization was 77.78 %. By 2026 it rose by 2.1%.
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