Population Change 2016

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
16,283,848 persons
2
China flag
China
8,487,562 persons
3
Nigeria flag
Nigeria
4,836,798 persons
4
Congo, Democratic Republic of the flag
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
3,194,444 persons
5
United States flag
United States
3,109,205 persons
6
Ethiopia flag
Ethiopia
2,925,762 persons
7
Indonesia flag
Indonesia
2,785,548 persons
8
Pakistan flag
Pakistan
2,754,509 persons
9
Egypt flag
Egypt
2,060,118 persons
10
Tanzania flag
Tanzania
1,811,702 persons
11
Brazil flag
Brazil
1,516,497 persons
12
Bangladesh flag
Bangladesh
1,437,283 persons
13
Philippines flag
Philippines
1,409,016 persons
14
Uganda flag
Uganda
1,372,926 persons
15
Turkey flag
Turkey
1,280,295 persons
16
Sudan flag
Sudan
1,259,166 persons
17
Iran flag
Iran
1,253,624 persons
18
Vietnam flag
Vietnam
1,212,691 persons
19
Mexico flag
Mexico
1,140,755 persons
20
Kenya flag
Kenya
1,079,076 persons
21
Angola flag
Angola
1,046,108 persons
22
Yemen flag
Yemen
969,208 persons
23
Afghanistan flag
Afghanistan
946,942 persons
24
Algeria flag
Algeria
842,958 persons
25
Iraq flag
Iraq
832,954 persons
26
Mozambique flag
Mozambique
807,023 persons
27
Côte d'Ivoire flag
Côte d'Ivoire
754,203 persons
28
Niger flag
Niger
753,837 persons
29
Cameroon flag
Cameroon
690,311 persons
30
Madagascar flag
Madagascar
680,120 persons
31
Ghana flag
Ghana
666,933 persons
32
Somalia flag
Somalia
619,160 persons
33
Mali flag
Mali
615,401 persons
34
Malaysia flag
Malaysia
567,817 persons
35
Burkina Faso flag
Burkina Faso
563,907 persons
36
Uzbekistan flag
Uzbekistan
534,208 persons
37
Colombia flag
Colombia
529,504 persons
38
Zambia flag
Zambia
523,376 persons
39
Saudi Arabia flag
Saudi Arabia
506,705 persons
40
Chad flag
Chad
504,980 persons
41
United Kingdom flag
United Kingdom
501,324 persons
42
Russia flag
Russia
492,278 persons
43
Malawi flag
Malawi
478,302 persons
44
Peru flag
Peru
452,583 persons
45
Canada flag
Canada
442,052 persons
46
Senegal flag
Senegal
440,979 persons
47
Morocco flag
Morocco
435,339 persons
48
Myanmar flag
Myanmar
411,626 persons
49
Australia flag
Australia
404,434 persons
50
Argentina flag
Argentina
396,985 persons
51
Germany flag
Germany
388,933 persons
52
Benin flag
Benin
340,389 persons
53
Thailand flag
Thailand
339,237 persons
54
Guinea flag
Guinea
310,426 persons
55
Guatemala flag
Guatemala
307,136 persons
56
Kazakhstan flag
Kazakhstan
287,347 persons
57
United Arab Emirates flag
United Arab Emirates
283,284 persons
58
Rwanda flag
Rwanda
281,068 persons
59
Chile flag
Chile
256,411 persons
60
Burundi flag
Burundi
249,096 persons
61
Ecuador flag
Ecuador
243,691 persons
62
Jordan flag
Jordan
236,941 persons
63
Cambodia flag
Cambodia
232,804 persons
64
Tajikistan flag
Tajikistan
220,340 persons
65
Papua New Guinea flag
Papua New Guinea
217,749 persons
66
Zimbabwe flag
Zimbabwe
208,584 persons
67
South Korea flag
South Korea
205,614 persons
68
Oman flag
Oman
198,879 persons
69
Togo flag
Togo
197,384 persons
70
Sri Lanka flag
Sri Lanka
182,271 persons
71
Honduras flag
Honduras
175,554 persons
72
Sierra Leone flag
Sierra Leone
173,439 persons
73
France flag
France
171,475 persons
74
Bolivia flag
Bolivia
164,995 persons
75
Kuwait flag
Kuwait
157,208 persons
76
Israel flag
Israel
156,017 persons
77
Haiti flag
Haiti
147,036 persons
78
Turkmenistan flag
Turkmenistan
145,944 persons
79
Sweden flag
Sweden
144,016 persons
80
Qatar flag
Qatar
143,242 persons
81
Congo flag
Congo
126,582 persons
82
Tunisia flag
Tunisia
125,045 persons
83
Mauritania flag
Mauritania
122,325 persons
84
North Korea flag
North Korea
121,815 persons
85
Dominican Republic flag
Dominican Republic
115,327 persons
86
Netherlands flag
Netherlands
113,640 persons
87
Azerbaijan flag
Azerbaijan
112,540 persons
88
Syrian Arab Republic flag
Syrian Arab Republic
111,949 persons
89
State of Palestine flag
State of Palestine
111,642 persons
90
Laos flag
Laos
108,581 persons
91
Kyrgyzstan flag
Kyrgyzstan
107,965 persons
92
Spain flag
Spain
103,888 persons
93
New Zealand flag
New Zealand
102,670 persons
94
Libya flag
Libya
100,181 persons
95
Switzerland flag
Switzerland
92,574 persons
96
Liberia flag
Liberia
92,062 persons
97
Paraguay flag
Paraguay
90,062 persons
98
Central African Republic flag
Central African Republic
89,813 persons
99
Nicaragua flag
Nicaragua
83,497 persons
100
Venezuela flag
Venezuela
76,371 persons
101
Nepal flag
Nepal
74,162 persons
102
Austria flag
Austria
72,285 persons
103
Panama flag
Panama
69,559 persons
104
Namibia flag
Namibia
66,226 persons
105
Bahrain flag
Bahrain
64,916 persons
106
Mongolia flag
Mongolia
64,146 persons
107
Gambia flag
Gambia
58,861 persons
108
Taiwan flag
Taiwan
57,891 persons
109
Gabon flag
Gabon
57,714 persons
110
Equatorial Guinea flag
Equatorial Guinea
54,282 persons
111
Ireland flag
Ireland
52,662 persons
112
Costa Rica flag
Costa Rica
47,219 persons
113
Guinea-Bissau flag
Guinea-Bissau
45,423 persons
114
Norway flag
Norway
44,328 persons
115
Denmark flag
Denmark
41,558 persons
116
Belgium flag
Belgium
40,847 persons
117
China, Hong Kong SAR flag
China, Hong Kong SAR
40,611 persons
118
Singapore flag
Singapore
37,683 persons
119
Botswana flag
Botswana
31,701 persons
120
Lesotho flag
Lesotho
26,620 persons
121
Solomon Islands flag
Solomon Islands
23,167 persons
122
Timor-Leste flag
Timor-Leste
22,983 persons
123
Cyprus flag
Cyprus
17,605 persons
124
Eritrea flag
Eritrea
17,586 persons
125
Djibouti flag
Djibouti
17,248 persons
126
El Salvador flag
El Salvador
16,257 persons
127
Finland flag
Finland
16,046 persons
128
Maldives flag
Maldives
15,064 persons
129
Comoros flag
Comoros
14,974 persons
130
Luxembourg flag
Luxembourg
14,660 persons
131
Western Sahara flag
Western Sahara
13,315 persons
132
China, Macao SAR flag
China, Macao SAR
12,231 persons
133
Uruguay flag
Uruguay
10,488 persons
134
Mayotte flag
Mayotte
10,484 persons
135
Czech Republic flag
Czech Republic
10,338 persons
136
Malta flag
Malta
9,852 persons
137
Belize flag
Belize
9,240 persons
138
Slovakia flag
Slovakia
9,086 persons
139
Trinidad and Tobago flag
Trinidad and Tobago
7,802 persons
140
Bhutan flag
Bhutan
7,278 persons
141
Eswatini flag
Eswatini
6,743 persons
142
Jamaica flag
Jamaica
6,612 persons
143
Belarus flag
Belarus
6,245 persons
144
Suriname flag
Suriname
6,078 persons
145
Vanuatu flag
Vanuatu
6,077 persons
146
Iceland flag
Iceland
5,807 persons
147
Brunei Darussalam flag
Brunei Darussalam
5,288 persons
148
Guyana flag
Guyana
4,858 persons
149
French Guiana flag
French Guiana
4,774 persons
150
Kosovo flag
Kosovo
4,763 persons
151
Guadeloupe flag
Guadeloupe
4,601 persons
152
Albania flag
Albania
3,945 persons
153
Sao Tome and Principe flag
Sao Tome and Principe
3,327 persons
154
Seychelles flag
Seychelles
2,590 persons
155
Bahamas flag
Bahamas
2,575 persons
156
Kiribati flag
Kiribati
1,796 persons
157
Samoa flag
Samoa
1,716 persons
158
Andorra flag
Andorra
1,635 persons
159
Turks and Caicos Islands flag
Turks and Caicos Islands
1,542 persons
160
Cayman Islands flag
Cayman Islands
1,453 persons
161
Slovenia flag
Slovenia
1,252 persons
162
French Polynesia flag
French Polynesia
1,225 persons
163
Georgia flag
Georgia
952 persons
164
Curaçao flag
Curaçao
933 persons
165
Aruba flag
Aruba
783 persons
166
Sint Maarten (Dutch part) flag
Sint Maarten (Dutch part)
762 persons
167
Saint Lucia flag
Saint Lucia
708 persons
168
Faroe Islands flag
Faroe Islands
667 persons
169
Barbados flag
Barbados
591 persons
170
Gibraltar flag
Gibraltar
569 persons
171
Antigua and Barbuda flag
Antigua and Barbuda
500 persons
172
Jersey flag
Jersey
465 persons
173
Monaco flag
Monaco
430 persons
174
Grenada flag
Grenada
402 persons
175
Micronesia (Fed. States of) flag
Micronesia (Fed. States of)
381 persons
176
Fiji flag
Fiji
378 persons
177
San Marino flag
San Marino
259 persons
178
Cabo Verde flag
Cabo Verde
227 persons
179
New Caledonia flag
New Caledonia
196 persons
180
Nauru flag
Nauru
182 persons
181
Liechtenstein flag
Liechtenstein
178 persons
182
Saint Barthélemy flag
Saint Barthélemy
168 persons
183
Falkland Islands (Malvinas) flag
Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
73 persons
184
Isle of Man flag
Isle of Man
64 persons
185
Bermuda flag
Bermuda
39 persons
186
Greenland flag
Greenland
14 persons
187
Palau flag
Palau
12 persons
188
Niue flag
Niue
-2 persons
189
Tokelau flag
Tokelau
-10 persons
190
Saint Kitts and Nevis flag
Saint Kitts and Nevis
-15 persons
191
Saint Helena flag
Saint Helena
-18 persons
192
Saint Pierre and Miquelon flag
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
-20 persons
193
Montserrat flag
Montserrat
-35 persons
194
Tuvalu flag
Tuvalu
-45 persons
195
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba flag
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba
-100 persons
196
Wallis and Futuna Islands flag
Wallis and Futuna Islands
-116 persons
197
Anguilla flag
Anguilla
-129 persons
198
Cook Islands flag
Cook Islands
-131 persons
199
Guernsey flag
Guernsey
-135 persons
200
Saint Martin (French part) flag
Saint Martin (French part)
-250 persons
201
Estonia flag
Estonia
-286 persons
202
Tonga flag
Tonga
-606 persons
203
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines flag
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
-647 persons
204
American Samoa flag
American Samoa
-653 persons
205
Guam flag
Guam
-709 persons
206
Northern Mariana Islands flag
Northern Mariana Islands
-776 persons
207
Mauritius flag
Mauritius
-839 persons
208
Marshall Islands flag
Marshall Islands
-1,138 persons
209
Dominica flag
Dominica
-1,857 persons
210
United States Virgin Islands flag
United States Virgin Islands
-2,584 persons
211
Réunion flag
Réunion
-2,609 persons
212
Armenia flag
Armenia
-2,681 persons
213
British Virgin Islands flag
British Virgin Islands
-3,300 persons
214
Montenegro flag
Montenegro
-4,147 persons
215
Poland flag
Poland
-5,340 persons
216
Martinique flag
Martinique
-6,004 persons
217
Cuba flag
Cuba
-14,478 persons
218
Greece flag
Greece
-16,506 persons
219
Latvia flag
Latvia
-18,850 persons
220
North Macedonia flag
North Macedonia
-19,737 persons
221
Portugal flag
Portugal
-22,822 persons
222
Hungary flag
Hungary
-32,074 persons
223
Lithuania flag
Lithuania
-40,665 persons
224
Bosnia and Herzegovina flag
Bosnia and Herzegovina
-45,188 persons
225
Republic of Moldova flag
Republic of Moldova
-46,342 persons
226
Puerto Rico flag
Puerto Rico
-46,911 persons
227
Croatia flag
Croatia
-50,297 persons
228
Bulgaria flag
Bulgaria
-51,826 persons
229
Serbia flag
Serbia
-51,852 persons
230
Japan flag
Japan
-66,882 persons
231
Italy flag
Italy
-66,997 persons
232
Romania flag
Romania
-87,899 persons
233
Lebanon flag
Lebanon
-156,379 persons
234
Ukraine flag
Ukraine
-167,034 persons
235
South Africa flag
South Africa
-237,900 persons
236
South Sudan flag
South Sudan
-543,630 persons

Top 10 Countries

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

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

Bottom 10 Countries

  1. #236South Sudan flagSouth Sudan
  2. #235South Africa flagSouth Africa
  3. #234Ukraine flagUkraine
  4. #233Lebanon flagLebanon
  5. #232Romania flagRomania
  6. #231Italy flagItaly
  7. #230Japan flagJapan
  8. #229Serbia flagSerbia
  9. #228Bulgaria flagBulgaria
  10. #227Croatia flagCroatia

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

Key Insights

1

Bahrain

Bahrain experienced a population change of 64,916 persons in the year 2016, ranking it 105th out of 236 countries in terms of population growth. This increase reflects ongoing demographic trends within the kingdom, characterized by a diverse population comprised of both Bahraini nationals and a significant expatriate community.

The factors contributing to this population change include high levels of immigration driven by Bahrain's robust economy, which relies heavily on sectors such as finance, construction, and oil. Additionally, a relatively high birth rate among the local population has also played a role in sustaining population growth.

As a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member, Bahrain's population dynamics are influenced by regional economic conditions and labor market demands, making it a unique case study in the context of Middle Eastern demographics. For instance, the country has a higher proportion of foreign workers compared to many of its neighbors, which is indicative of its economic structure and labor policies.

2

Andorra

In 2016, Andorra experienced a population change of approximately 1,635 persons, which positioned the country at 158th out of 236 countries in terms of population growth. This relatively modest change reflects the unique demographic characteristics of Andorra, a small landlocked microstate located in the eastern Pyrenees mountains between France and Spain.

The population dynamics in Andorra are influenced by several factors, including its limited geographical size, economic conditions, and migration trends. The country has a high standard of living and is a popular tourist destination, which can attract temporary residents, but its permanent population growth is constrained by its small size and limited resources.

Additionally, Andorra's population is characterized by a high proportion of expatriates, which can lead to fluctuations in population numbers as economic opportunities and living conditions vary. Overall, while the population change in 2016 was modest, it reflects the ongoing trends that define Andorra's demographic landscape.

3

Chile

In 2016, Chile experienced a population change of 256,411 persons, ranking it 59th out of 236 countries in terms of population growth. This increase reflects a combination of natural growth and immigration, as Chile has been an attractive destination for migrants seeking economic opportunities and stability.

The country’s demographic dynamics can be attributed to factors such as a relatively high fertility rate compared to other developed nations, alongside improved healthcare that has reduced mortality rates. Additionally, Chile's political and economic stability has encouraged both domestic and international migration.

Chile's population growth is noteworthy within the context of Latin America, where many countries face stagnation or decline. As of 2016, Chile's total population was approximately 17.5 million, indicating a steady increase that has implications for urban development, resource management, and public policy.

4

Malaysia

In 2016, Malaysia experienced a population change of approximately 567,817 persons, positioning the country at 34th out of 236 countries in terms of population growth. This statistic reflects a dynamic demographic landscape influenced by various factors, including immigration, natural population growth, and urbanization.

The increase in population can be attributed to Malaysia's robust economic development, which attracts foreign workers and migrants seeking employment opportunities. Additionally, the relatively high fertility rate, although declining, contributes to natural population growth. Urban areas, particularly in regions such as Kuala Lumpur, have seen significant population influx as individuals move for better living standards and job prospects.

As of 2016, Malaysia's population growth rate was part of a broader trend observed across Southeast Asia, where countries are experiencing rapid urbanization and demographic shifts. This population change is crucial for planning in areas such as infrastructure, healthcare, and education to accommodate the growing populace.

5

Malawi

In 2016, Malawi experienced a notable population change, with an increase of 478,302 individuals, ranking the country 43rd out of 236 countries globally in terms of population growth. This increase reflects a combination of factors, including a high fertility rate and improvements in healthcare that have contributed to lower mortality rates.

Malawi's demographic patterns are influenced by its socio-economic conditions, where factors such as poverty, limited access to education, and cultural norms favoring larger families play significant roles. Additionally, the country has been undergoing efforts to enhance maternal and child health services, which have positively impacted life expectancy.

Further context reveals that Malawi's population density is among the highest in Africa, which poses challenges for resource management and economic development. The rapid population growth necessitates sustainable development strategies to address the needs of its citizens, such as education, healthcare, and employment opportunities.

6

Cook Islands

In 2016, the Cook Islands experienced a population decline of -131 persons, ranking it 198th out of 236 countries in terms of population change. This decline is notable in the context of the islands' overall demographic trends, which have been characterized by emigration and low birth rates.

The decrease in population can be attributed to several factors, including economic challenges, limited job opportunities, and a trend of younger residents moving abroad for better prospects. Additionally, the Cook Islands' remote location in the South Pacific may contribute to these emigration patterns, as individuals seek access to more urbanized areas with greater resources.

Interestingly, the Cook Islands has a small population, estimated at around 17,000 people in 2016, which makes even minor fluctuations in population numbers significant in terms of societal impact and future planning.

7

American Samoa

In 2016, American Samoa experienced a population decline of approximately 653 persons, ranking it 204th out of 236 countries in terms of population change. This decline is indicative of broader demographic challenges faced by the territory, including limited economic opportunities and out-migration of residents seeking better prospects elsewhere.

Several factors contribute to this trend, including a relatively high unemployment rate and a lack of diverse job opportunities, which have prompted many young people to relocate to mainland United States or other regions. Additionally, the territory's geographical isolation and reliance on a narrow economic base have hindered sustainable population growth.

In the context of the broader Pacific region, American Samoa's population dynamics reflect ongoing issues related to economic development, social infrastructure, and the impacts of globalization, which continue to shape the demographic landscape of small island territories.

8

Somalia

In 2016, Somalia experienced a significant population change, with an increase of 619,160 persons, ranking it 32nd out of 236 countries in terms of population growth. This growth can be attributed to a combination of factors, including a relatively high birth rate and a decline in mortality rates due to improvements in healthcare and living conditions.

However, Somalia's demographic dynamics are also influenced by ongoing challenges such as internal conflict, drought, and displacement, which can affect population stability and migration patterns. Additionally, the country has one of the youngest populations in the world, which contributes to a higher birth rate.

As of 2016, Somalia's estimated population was approximately 12 million, reflecting the complexities of demographic trends in a nation recovering from decades of civil strife and humanitarian crises.

9

Dominica

In 2016, Dominica experienced a significant population decline, with a net change of -1,857 persons, ranking it 209th out of 236 countries in terms of population change. This decline can be attributed to several factors, including emigration and the impact of natural disasters, particularly the devastation caused by Hurricane Maria in 2017, which followed shortly after this statistic was recorded.

The loss of population is reflective of broader trends affecting the Caribbean region, where economic challenges and limited job opportunities often compel citizens to seek better prospects abroad. Additionally, Dominica's geographic vulnerability to hurricanes and other natural events poses ongoing threats to its population stability.

Interestingly, Dominica has a relatively small population, with estimates around 73,000 in 2016, highlighting the significant impact that even small changes can have within its demographic landscape. This situation underscores the importance of sustainable development and disaster resilience in the face of climate change challenges.

10

Samoa

Samoa experienced a population change of 1,716 persons in the year 2016, ranking 157th out of 236 countries in terms of population growth. This figure reflects a modest increase in the total number of inhabitants, indicative of various demographic trends within the nation.

Several factors contribute to this population change, including natural growth rates driven by births exceeding deaths, as well as migration patterns. Samoa has seen both emigration and immigration, which can affect population dynamics; many Samoans move abroad for employment opportunities, particularly to New Zealand and Australia, while others return home.

In addition to migration, the fertility rate, health care improvements, and socio-economic conditions play significant roles in shaping Samoa's demographic landscape. The nation continues to address challenges related to population growth, such as the provision of adequate health services and sustainable economic development.

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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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