Population Change 2015

This statistic measures population change across countries, highlighting shifts in demographics. Understanding these changes is crucial for planning resources, economic growth, and social services.

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Rank
1
India flag
India
15,555,749 persons
2
China flag
China
7,349,355 persons
3
Nigeria flag
Nigeria
4,706,846 persons
4
United States flag
United States
2,996,655 persons
5
Pakistan flag
Pakistan
2,941,463 persons
6
Indonesia flag
Indonesia
2,870,790 persons
7
Ethiopia flag
Ethiopia
2,776,293 persons
8
Congo, Democratic Republic of the flag
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
2,647,324 persons
9
Egypt flag
Egypt
2,034,376 persons
10
Turkey flag
Turkey
1,995,430 persons
11
Tanzania flag
Tanzania
1,794,400 persons
12
Brazil flag
Brazil
1,568,666 persons
13
Philippines flag
Philippines
1,436,439 persons
14
Bangladesh flag
Bangladesh
1,420,224 persons
15
South Africa flag
South Africa
1,309,929 persons
16
Mexico flag
Mexico
1,217,334 persons
17
Sudan flag
Sudan
1,211,755 persons
18
Uganda flag
Uganda
1,162,487 persons
19
Vietnam flag
Vietnam
1,141,034 persons
20
Iran flag
Iran
1,132,108 persons
21
Kenya flag
Kenya
1,023,246 persons
22
Angola flag
Angola
1,004,436 persons
23
Iraq flag
Iraq
985,231 persons
24
Saudi Arabia flag
Saudi Arabia
979,036 persons
25
Germany flag
Germany
976,171 persons
26
Yemen flag
Yemen
930,054 persons
27
Algeria flag
Algeria
819,426 persons
28
Afghanistan flag
Afghanistan
790,755 persons
29
Mozambique flag
Mozambique
772,041 persons
30
Niger flag
Niger
738,674 persons
31
Côte d'Ivoire flag
Côte d'Ivoire
731,921 persons
32
Cameroon flag
Cameroon
691,183 persons
33
Jordan flag
Jordan
686,334 persons
34
Madagascar flag
Madagascar
666,379 persons
35
Ghana flag
Ghana
654,415 persons
36
Mali flag
Mali
581,134 persons
37
Burkina Faso flag
Burkina Faso
550,830 persons
38
Malaysia flag
Malaysia
545,959 persons
39
Uzbekistan flag
Uzbekistan
536,235 persons
40
United Kingdom flag
United Kingdom
521,172 persons
41
Zambia flag
Zambia
507,293 persons
42
Malawi flag
Malawi
466,002 persons
43
Somalia flag
Somalia
464,393 persons
44
Russia flag
Russia
449,845 persons
45
Argentina flag
Argentina
449,618 persons
46
Senegal flag
Senegal
441,401 persons
47
United Arab Emirates flag
United Arab Emirates
429,196 persons
48
Chad flag
Chad
429,088 persons
49
South Korea flag
South Korea
422,241 persons
50
Colombia flag
Colombia
405,639 persons
51
Myanmar flag
Myanmar
401,655 persons
52
Morocco flag
Morocco
396,399 persons
53
Peru flag
Peru
365,204 persons
54
Australia flag
Australia
359,488 persons
55
Canada flag
Canada
340,166 persons
56
Benin flag
Benin
333,932 persons
57
Venezuela flag
Venezuela
307,126 persons
58
Guinea flag
Guinea
301,494 persons
59
Thailand flag
Thailand
298,855 persons
60
Guatemala flag
Guatemala
286,898 persons
61
Rwanda flag
Rwanda
277,254 persons
62
Kazakhstan flag
Kazakhstan
271,514 persons
63
Ecuador flag
Ecuador
234,136 persons
64
Cambodia flag
Cambodia
226,301 persons
65
Tajikistan flag
Tajikistan
223,242 persons
66
Papua New Guinea flag
Papua New Guinea
219,194 persons
67
Oman flag
Oman
213,086 persons
68
Qatar flag
Qatar
200,841 persons
69
Zimbabwe flag
Zimbabwe
193,978 persons
70
Togo flag
Togo
192,803 persons
71
Nepal flag
Nepal
189,504 persons
72
Chile flag
Chile
182,781 persons
73
Kuwait flag
Kuwait
181,826 persons
74
Sri Lanka flag
Sri Lanka
179,331 persons
75
Honduras flag
Honduras
174,596 persons
76
France flag
France
169,564 persons
77
Bolivia flag
Bolivia
165,634 persons
78
Sierra Leone flag
Sierra Leone
161,908 persons
79
Israel flag
Israel
158,177 persons
80
Haiti flag
Haiti
149,395 persons
81
Turkmenistan flag
Turkmenistan
142,598 persons
82
Burundi flag
Burundi
134,646 persons
83
Tunisia flag
Tunisia
127,774 persons
84
North Korea flag
North Korea
124,138 persons
85
Congo flag
Congo
123,329 persons
86
Mauritania flag
Mauritania
119,071 persons
87
Azerbaijan flag
Azerbaijan
118,616 persons
88
Dominican Republic flag
Dominican Republic
117,874 persons
89
Austria flag
Austria
115,469 persons
90
State of Palestine flag
State of Palestine
110,706 persons
91
Laos flag
Laos
105,733 persons
92
Kyrgyzstan flag
Kyrgyzstan
105,194 persons
93
Sweden flag
Sweden
103,581 persons
94
Libya flag
Libya
100,431 persons
95
Liberia flag
Liberia
100,292 persons
96
New Zealand flag
New Zealand
98,812 persons
97
Paraguay flag
Paraguay
89,984 persons
98
Switzerland flag
Switzerland
89,360 persons
99
Nicaragua flag
Nicaragua
83,000 persons
100
Netherlands flag
Netherlands
80,880 persons
101
Central African Republic flag
Central African Republic
78,873 persons
102
Belgium flag
Belgium
73,885 persons
103
Panama flag
Panama
68,545 persons
104
Singapore flag
Singapore
67,497 persons
105
Mongolia flag
Mongolia
64,427 persons
106
Namibia flag
Namibia
63,601 persons
107
Gabon flag
Gabon
60,919 persons
108
Gambia flag
Gambia
59,620 persons
109
Taiwan flag
Taiwan
55,886 persons
110
Bahrain flag
Bahrain
54,992 persons
111
Equatorial Guinea flag
Equatorial Guinea
54,244 persons
112
Costa Rica flag
Costa Rica
50,699 persons
113
Ireland flag
Ireland
49,370 persons
114
Norway flag
Norway
48,096 persons
115
Denmark flag
Denmark
47,442 persons
116
Guinea-Bissau flag
Guinea-Bissau
45,451 persons
117
China, Hong Kong SAR flag
China, Hong Kong SAR
42,589 persons
118
Botswana flag
Botswana
31,304 persons
119
Lesotho flag
Lesotho
25,001 persons
120
Timor-Leste flag
Timor-Leste
23,377 persons
121
Solomon Islands flag
Solomon Islands
22,760 persons
122
Eritrea flag
Eritrea
20,718 persons
123
El Salvador flag
El Salvador
17,989 persons
124
Cyprus flag
Cyprus
17,617 persons
125
Djibouti flag
Djibouti
17,432 persons
126
Belarus flag
Belarus
17,296 persons
127
Finland flag
Finland
15,457 persons
128
Maldives flag
Maldives
15,244 persons
129
Comoros flag
Comoros
15,144 persons
130
Western Sahara flag
Western Sahara
13,542 persons
131
Luxembourg flag
Luxembourg
13,280 persons
132
Uruguay flag
Uruguay
12,044 persons
133
China, Macao SAR flag
China, Macao SAR
12,034 persons
134
Malta flag
Malta
10,725 persons
135
Mayotte flag
Mayotte
10,101 persons
136
Jamaica flag
Jamaica
8,150 persons
137
Trinidad and Tobago flag
Trinidad and Tobago
7,873 persons
138
Belize flag
Belize
7,504 persons
139
Bhutan flag
Bhutan
7,218 persons
140
Eswatini flag
Eswatini
6,647 persons
141
Suriname flag
Suriname
6,182 persons
142
Vanuatu flag
Vanuatu
5,894 persons
143
Brunei Darussalam flag
Brunei Darussalam
5,417 persons
144
French Guiana flag
French Guiana
5,033 persons
145
Slovakia flag
Slovakia
4,876 persons
146
Czech Republic flag
Czech Republic
4,725 persons
147
Guyana flag
Guyana
4,676 persons
148
Sao Tome and Principe flag
Sao Tome and Principe
3,468 persons
149
Iceland flag
Iceland
3,437 persons
150
Bahamas flag
Bahamas
2,843 persons
151
Estonia flag
Estonia
2,832 persons
152
Seychelles flag
Seychelles
2,593 persons
153
British Virgin Islands flag
British Virgin Islands
2,061 persons
154
Turks and Caicos Islands flag
Turks and Caicos Islands
1,878 persons
155
Samoa flag
Samoa
1,718 persons
156
Slovenia flag
Slovenia
1,600 persons
157
Kiribati flag
Kiribati
1,530 persons
158
Cayman Islands flag
Cayman Islands
1,463 persons
159
Curaçao flag
Curaçao
1,408 persons
160
French Polynesia flag
French Polynesia
1,398 persons
161
Aruba flag
Aruba
801 persons
162
Fiji flag
Fiji
798 persons
163
Sint Maarten (Dutch part) flag
Sint Maarten (Dutch part)
793 persons
164
Saint Lucia flag
Saint Lucia
775 persons
165
Barbados flag
Barbados
624 persons
166
Antigua and Barbuda flag
Antigua and Barbuda
620 persons
167
Monaco flag
Monaco
608 persons
168
Faroe Islands flag
Faroe Islands
591 persons
169
Grenada flag
Grenada
506 persons
170
Jersey flag
Jersey
484 persons
171
Gibraltar flag
Gibraltar
363 persons
172
Anguilla flag
Anguilla
351 persons
173
Micronesia (Fed. States of) flag
Micronesia (Fed. States of)
337 persons
174
New Caledonia flag
New Caledonia
314 persons
175
San Marino flag
San Marino
262 persons
176
Liechtenstein flag
Liechtenstein
252 persons
177
Dominica flag
Dominica
250 persons
178
Nauru flag
Nauru
210 persons
179
Saint Barthélemy flag
Saint Barthélemy
152 persons
180
Cabo Verde flag
Cabo Verde
95 persons
181
Falkland Islands (Malvinas) flag
Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
69 persons
182
Greenland flag
Greenland
66 persons
183
Palau flag
Palau
43 persons
184
Saint Helena flag
Saint Helena
42 persons
185
Guernsey flag
Guernsey
41 persons
186
Georgia flag
Georgia
17 persons
187
Niue flag
Niue
8 persons
188
Saint Kitts and Nevis flag
Saint Kitts and Nevis
-11 persons
189
Saint Pierre and Miquelon flag
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
-13 persons
190
Tuvalu flag
Tuvalu
-22 persons
191
Tokelau flag
Tokelau
-32 persons
192
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba flag
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba
-34 persons
193
Montserrat flag
Montserrat
-35 persons
194
Bermuda flag
Bermuda
-69 persons
195
Cook Islands flag
Cook Islands
-96 persons
196
Mauritius flag
Mauritius
-105 persons
197
Wallis and Futuna Islands flag
Wallis and Futuna Islands
-138 persons
198
Saint Martin (French part) flag
Saint Martin (French part)
-138 persons
199
Isle of Man flag
Isle of Man
-318 persons
200
Tonga flag
Tonga
-536 persons
201
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines flag
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
-576 persons
202
American Samoa flag
American Samoa
-614 persons
203
Guam flag
Guam
-633 persons
204
Northern Mariana Islands flag
Northern Mariana Islands
-705 persons
205
Poland flag
Poland
-758 persons
206
Marshall Islands flag
Marshall Islands
-1,045 persons
207
Andorra flag
Andorra
-1,619 persons
208
Réunion flag
Réunion
-1,696 persons
209
Armenia flag
Armenia
-2,089 persons
210
United States Virgin Islands flag
United States Virgin Islands
-2,337 persons
211
Guadeloupe flag
Guadeloupe
-3,235 persons
212
Montenegro flag
Montenegro
-3,646 persons
213
Martinique flag
Martinique
-3,686 persons
214
Cuba flag
Cuba
-4,427 persons
215
Albania flag
Albania
-5,476 persons
216
Spain flag
Spain
-5,718 persons
217
South Sudan flag
South Sudan
-11,289 persons
218
Latvia flag
Latvia
-17,158 persons
219
North Macedonia flag
North Macedonia
-18,476 persons
220
Portugal flag
Portugal
-24,968 persons
221
Hungary flag
Hungary
-25,284 persons
222
Lithuania flag
Lithuania
-32,644 persons
223
Kosovo flag
Kosovo
-39,276 persons
224
Croatia flag
Croatia
-44,273 persons
225
Puerto Rico flag
Puerto Rico
-44,697 persons
226
Bosnia and Herzegovina flag
Bosnia and Herzegovina
-45,887 persons
227
Bulgaria flag
Bulgaria
-48,340 persons
228
Serbia flag
Serbia
-50,488 persons
229
Republic of Moldova flag
Republic of Moldova
-52,399 persons
230
Greece flag
Greece
-74,291 persons
231
Romania flag
Romania
-100,039 persons
232
Italy flag
Italy
-127,420 persons
233
Lebanon flag
Lebanon
-142,440 persons
234
Japan flag
Japan
-164,961 persons
235
Ukraine flag
Ukraine
-169,094 persons
236
Syrian Arab Republic flag
Syrian Arab Republic
-573,518 persons

Top 10 Countries

  1. #1India flagIndia
  2. #2China flagChina
  3. #3Nigeria flagNigeria
  4. #4United States flagUnited States
  5. #5Pakistan flagPakistan
  6. #6Indonesia flagIndonesia
  7. #7Ethiopia flagEthiopia
  8. #8Congo, Democratic Republic of the flagCongo, Democratic Republic of the
  9. #9Egypt flagEgypt
  10. #10Turkey flagTurkey

Analysis: These countries represent the highest values in this dataset, showcasing significant scale and impact on global statistics.

Bottom 10 Countries

  1. #236Syrian Arab Republic flagSyrian Arab Republic
  2. #235Ukraine flagUkraine
  3. #234Japan flagJapan
  4. #233Lebanon flagLebanon
  5. #232Italy flagItaly
  6. #231Romania flagRomania
  7. #230Greece flagGreece
  8. #229Republic of Moldova flagRepublic of Moldova
  9. #228Serbia flagSerbia
  10. #227Bulgaria flagBulgaria

Context: These countries or territories have the lowest values, often due to geographic size, administrative status, or specific characteristics.

Key Insights

1

Turkmenistan

In 2015, Turkmenistan experienced a population change of 142,598 persons, ranking it 81st out of 236 countries in terms of population growth. This increase reflects ongoing demographic trends within the country, which is characterized by a relatively high birth rate and a declining death rate.

The factors contributing to this population change include a young population, with a significant proportion under the age of 30, and government policies that have historically encouraged higher birth rates. Moreover, the country's economic growth, driven largely by its natural gas reserves, has also played a role in attracting migration and improving living conditions, further stimulating population growth.

Interestingly, Turkmenistan's population density remains relatively low compared to other Central Asian countries, given its vast land area. As of 2015, the total population was estimated to be around 5.2 million, indicating potential for further demographic shifts in the coming years.

2

Nauru

Nauru ranked 178th out of 236 countries in terms of population change in the year 2015, with a total population of approximately 210 persons. This small island nation in the Pacific Ocean is known for its limited land area and resources, which inherently restrict population growth.

The population change in Nauru can be attributed to various factors, including migration patterns, as many Nauruans have relocated to other countries for better economic opportunities and education. Additionally, the country has faced significant challenges related to economic dependency on phosphate mining, leading to fluctuations in population stability.

As of 2015, Nauru also experienced issues related to health care and environmental sustainability, which can impact population dynamics. The country has faced a high prevalence of lifestyle-related diseases, which can further influence demographic trends.

3

Rwanda

In 2015, Rwanda experienced a population change of 277,254 persons, ranking it 61st out of 236 countries in terms of population growth. This increase reflects the country's ongoing demographic transition characterized by declining mortality rates and a relatively high fertility rate.

The population change can be attributed to several factors, including improvements in healthcare, which have significantly reduced child mortality rates, and ongoing efforts to promote family planning. Additionally, the government's focus on economic development and stability has encouraged higher birth rates, despite the country's historical context of the 1994 genocide which had a profound impact on population dynamics.

Rwanda’s population growth is also notable in the context of its overall demographic profile, with a youthful population where over 40% are under the age of 15. This demographic trend poses both opportunities and challenges for the country, as it seeks to harness the potential of its young workforce while ensuring adequate resources and infrastructure for future generations.

4

Peru

In 2015, Peru experienced a population change of 365,204 persons, ranking it 53rd out of 236 countries in terms of population growth that year. This increase can be attributed to several factors, including a relatively high birth rate and a decline in mortality rates, which have been influenced by improvements in healthcare and living conditions.

Moreover, the movement of people from rural areas to urban centers, particularly to cities like Lima, has also contributed to this demographic shift. Urbanization often leads to greater access to resources and services, but it can also result in challenges such as overpopulation and strain on urban infrastructure.

As of 2015, Peru's population growth was indicative of broader trends in Latin America, where many countries are experiencing similar patterns of urbanization and demographic changes. These shifts have important implications for economic development, social services, and environmental sustainability in the region.

5

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

In 2015, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines experienced a population change of -576 persons, ranking 201 out of 236 countries in terms of population dynamics. This decline in population can be attributed to several factors, including emigration, as many citizens seek better economic opportunities abroad, particularly in the United States and Canada.

The small island nation has faced challenges such as limited job opportunities, economic dependency on tourism and agriculture, and vulnerability to natural disasters, which can exacerbate outmigration. Additionally, the country has a relatively low birth rate, contributing further to the overall population reduction.

It is interesting to note that similar patterns of population decline have been observed in other Caribbean nations, highlighting a regional trend where young populations migrate in search of improved living conditions and employment prospects.

6

Malawi

In 2015, Malawi experienced a significant population change, reflecting an increase of 466,002 persons, which positioned the country at 42nd out of 236 nations in terms of population growth. This notable rise can be attributed to several factors, including a high birth rate, improvements in healthcare leading to reduced mortality rates, and a relatively youthful demographic profile.

The population growth in Malawi is influenced by a combination of cultural norms that favor larger families and ongoing challenges such as poverty and limited access to family planning resources. Additionally, despite advancements in healthcare, the country still faces issues related to nutrition and disease, which can impact population dynamics.

As of 2015, Malawi's total population was over 17 million, illustrating the pressure on resources and infrastructure that accompanies such rapid growth. The population density in Malawi is among the highest in the world, further complicating efforts to provide adequate services and economic opportunities for its citizens.

7

Isle of Man

In 2015, the Isle of Man experienced a population change of -318 persons, ranking 199 out of 236 countries in terms of demographic shifts. This decline in population can be attributed to various factors, including net migration losses and fluctuations in birth rates, which have impacted the overall demographic landscape of the island.

The Isle of Man, a self-governing British Crown dependency, has historically relied on a stable population for economic growth, particularly in sectors such as finance and tourism. However, the year 2015 marked a period of uncertainty, as changes in employment opportunities and housing availability may have discouraged potential residents and led to emigration.

Additionally, the Isle of Man has faced challenges such as an aging population, which can further contribute to declines in population figures as the number of deaths exceeds births. Such demographic trends highlight the importance of addressing the underlying issues that affect population stability on the island.

8

Saint Lucia

In 2015, Saint Lucia experienced a population change of approximately 775 individuals, ranking the country 164th out of 236 nations in terms of population change. This relatively modest increase reflects the country's demographic trends, characterized by a low birth rate and an aging population.

Factors contributing to this population change include emigration, as many Saint Lucians seek opportunities abroad, alongside economic challenges that affect birth rates. Additionally, improvements in healthcare and living standards may have led to longer life expectancies, which can also influence population dynamics.

Saint Lucia's population was estimated to be around 178,000 in 2015, with the country facing challenges related to sustainable development and resource management as its population continues to evolve. The country has also been noted for its rich cultural heritage and biodiversity, which attract tourism, further impacting its demographic trends.

9

Mozambique

Mozambique experienced a significant population change of 772,041 persons in the year 2015, ranking 29th out of 236 countries in terms of population growth. This demographic shift can be attributed to various factors, including a high fertility rate, improvements in healthcare that have led to decreased mortality rates, and a relatively young population.

The country's population growth is influenced by both natural increase and migration patterns, with many people moving to urban areas in search of better economic opportunities. Additionally, Mozambique has faced challenges such as poverty and limited access to education, which can impact population dynamics and family planning initiatives.

As of 2015, Mozambique's population growth was indicative of broader trends in sub-Saharan Africa, where many nations are experiencing rapid population increases, leading to both opportunities and challenges for economic development and resource management.

10

Niger

Niger ranked 30th out of 236 countries in terms of population change in the year 2015, experiencing an increase of approximately 738,674 persons. This significant growth can be attributed to a high fertility rate, which is among the highest in the world, coupled with improvements in healthcare leading to lower mortality rates.

The rapid population increase poses challenges for Niger, a country that faces issues such as limited access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities. Additionally, the young demographic profile of the population indicates that a substantial portion of the population is in the reproductive age, which may further accelerate growth in the coming years.

As of 2015, Niger's population growth rate reflects broader trends in the Sahel region, where similar factors contribute to high fertility rates. The government and various organizations have initiated programs to address these challenges, aiming to promote family planning and improve living conditions for its citizens.

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Understanding the Data

This comprehensive dataset provides valuable insights into global patterns and trends. The information presented here is essential for researchers, policymakers, educators, and anyone interested in understanding global demographics and statistics.

Each data point in this collection represents official estimates or projections from authoritative sources. The data undergoes regular verification and updates to ensure accuracy and reliability. We maintain transparency in our methodology and clearly document all sources and assumptions.

When interpreting this data, it's important to consider the context of each country or territory, including their geographic size, economic development, historical factors, and regional characteristics. Statistical variations often reflect complex socioeconomic, environmental, and political factors.

Note: While we strive for accuracy, population and demographic data are subject to estimation methodologies and may vary slightly between different sources. We recommend consulting multiple sources for critical applications.

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