Population Change 2017

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
15,142,360 persons
2
China flag
China
8,116,628 persons
3
Nigeria flag
Nigeria
4,784,959 persons
4
Pakistan flag
Pakistan
3,515,689 persons
5
Congo, Democratic Republic of the flag
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
3,059,522 persons
6
Ethiopia flag
Ethiopia
2,970,876 persons
7
United States flag
United States
2,941,261 persons
8
Indonesia flag
Indonesia
2,652,932 persons
9
Egypt flag
Egypt
2,042,819 persons
10
Tanzania flag
Tanzania
1,846,052 persons
11
Sudan flag
Sudan
1,649,663 persons
12
Turkey flag
Turkey
1,582,852 persons
13
Brazil flag
Brazil
1,454,166 persons
14
Uganda flag
Uganda
1,383,546 persons
15
Philippines flag
Philippines
1,358,933 persons
16
Bangladesh flag
Bangladesh
1,311,145 persons
17
Iran flag
Iran
1,175,428 persons
18
Mexico flag
Mexico
1,156,659 persons
19
Vietnam flag
Vietnam
1,141,030 persons
20
Angola flag
Angola
1,057,430 persons
21
Kenya flag
Kenya
1,037,081 persons
22
Afghanistan flag
Afghanistan
1,029,703 persons
23
Yemen flag
Yemen
994,615 persons
24
South Africa flag
South Africa
989,122 persons
25
Iraq flag
Iraq
902,499 persons
26
Colombia flag
Colombia
857,628 persons
27
Mozambique flag
Mozambique
851,555 persons
28
Algeria flag
Algeria
834,198 persons
29
Niger flag
Niger
745,549 persons
30
Côte d'Ivoire flag
Côte d'Ivoire
733,731 persons
31
Madagascar flag
Madagascar
696,725 persons
32
Cameroon flag
Cameroon
658,568 persons
33
Ghana flag
Ghana
636,292 persons
34
Mali flag
Mali
628,041 persons
35
Malaysia flag
Malaysia
564,101 persons
36
Burkina Faso flag
Burkina Faso
555,196 persons
37
Uzbekistan flag
Uzbekistan
535,011 persons
38
Zambia flag
Zambia
530,417 persons
39
Somalia flag
Somalia
516,619 persons
40
Chad flag
Chad
511,228 persons
41
Malawi flag
Malawi
485,650 persons
42
Canada flag
Canada
468,255 persons
43
Peru flag
Peru
463,703 persons
44
Senegal flag
Senegal
439,983 persons
45
United Kingdom flag
United Kingdom
420,902 persons
46
Morocco flag
Morocco
410,530 persons
47
Australia flag
Australia
397,717 persons
48
Myanmar flag
Myanmar
386,858 persons
49
Argentina flag
Argentina
380,176 persons
50
Benin flag
Benin
343,488 persons
51
Chile flag
Chile
326,881 persons
52
Russia flag
Russia
323,966 persons
53
Guinea flag
Guinea
314,832 persons
54
Germany flag
Germany
298,876 persons
55
Guatemala flag
Guatemala
290,058 persons
56
Kazakhstan flag
Kazakhstan
289,316 persons
57
Burundi flag
Burundi
285,526 persons
58
Rwanda flag
Rwanda
284,687 persons
59
Ecuador flag
Ecuador
265,071 persons
60
Thailand flag
Thailand
261,454 persons
61
France flag
France
224,366 persons
62
Tajikistan flag
Tajikistan
220,290 persons
63
Jordan flag
Jordan
218,778 persons
64
Papua New Guinea flag
Papua New Guinea
216,244 persons
65
Zimbabwe flag
Zimbabwe
215,792 persons
66
Cambodia flag
Cambodia
208,335 persons
67
Togo flag
Togo
200,317 persons
68
Honduras flag
Honduras
175,959 persons
69
Sierra Leone flag
Sierra Leone
174,502 persons
70
South Korea flag
South Korea
171,249 persons
71
Sri Lanka flag
Sri Lanka
171,228 persons
72
Spain flag
Spain
167,761 persons
73
Bolivia flag
Bolivia
164,141 persons
74
Turkmenistan flag
Turkmenistan
148,096 persons
75
Israel flag
Israel
147,565 persons
76
Haiti flag
Haiti
145,558 persons
77
Kuwait flag
Kuwait
144,219 persons
78
Congo flag
Congo
130,368 persons
79
Mauritania flag
Mauritania
125,561 persons
80
Sweden flag
Sweden
125,147 persons
81
United Arab Emirates flag
United Arab Emirates
123,624 persons
82
Tunisia flag
Tunisia
118,605 persons
83
North Korea flag
North Korea
116,949 persons
84
Dominican Republic flag
Dominican Republic
115,500 persons
85
Kyrgyzstan flag
Kyrgyzstan
115,411 persons
86
Libya flag
Libya
113,107 persons
87
Laos flag
Laos
110,108 persons
88
State of Palestine flag
State of Palestine
108,365 persons
89
Netherlands flag
Netherlands
107,714 persons
90
Liberia flag
Liberia
94,571 persons
91
Oman flag
Oman
94,159 persons
92
New Zealand flag
New Zealand
93,293 persons
93
Paraguay flag
Paraguay
89,007 persons
94
Azerbaijan flag
Azerbaijan
87,623 persons
95
Nicaragua flag
Nicaragua
83,635 persons
96
Qatar flag
Qatar
71,433 persons
97
Central African Republic flag
Central African Republic
69,881 persons
98
Panama flag
Panama
69,682 persons
99
Namibia flag
Namibia
69,054 persons
100
Switzerland flag
Switzerland
64,880 persons
101
Mongolia flag
Mongolia
62,958 persons
102
Ireland flag
Ireland
60,853 persons
103
Gambia flag
Gambia
57,978 persons
104
Gabon flag
Gabon
55,474 persons
105
Equatorial Guinea flag
Equatorial Guinea
54,137 persons
106
Austria flag
Austria
49,439 persons
107
Belgium flag
Belgium
46,913 persons
108
Costa Rica flag
Costa Rica
45,140 persons
109
Guinea-Bissau flag
Guinea-Bissau
44,933 persons
110
Bahrain flag
Bahrain
39,866 persons
111
Nepal flag
Nepal
37,430 persons
112
Norway flag
Norway
37,311 persons
113
Taiwan flag
Taiwan
35,720 persons
114
Eritrea flag
Eritrea
33,712 persons
115
China, Hong Kong SAR flag
China, Hong Kong SAR
33,153 persons
116
Denmark flag
Denmark
32,376 persons
117
Botswana flag
Botswana
32,242 persons
118
Lesotho flag
Lesotho
26,757 persons
119
Timor-Leste flag
Timor-Leste
23,800 persons
120
Solomon Islands flag
Solomon Islands
23,419 persons
121
Djibouti flag
Djibouti
17,127 persons
122
Cyprus flag
Cyprus
16,721 persons
123
Malta flag
Malta
15,415 persons
124
Maldives flag
Maldives
14,894 persons
125
Comoros flag
Comoros
14,883 persons
126
Singapore flag
Singapore
14,615 persons
127
Western Sahara flag
Western Sahara
13,070 persons
128
China, Macao SAR flag
China, Macao SAR
12,255 persons
129
Guadeloupe flag
Guadeloupe
11,517 persons
130
Luxembourg flag
Luxembourg
11,319 persons
131
Eswatini flag
Eswatini
10,631 persons
132
Iceland flag
Iceland
10,109 persons
133
Finland flag
Finland
9,808 persons
134
El Salvador flag
El Salvador
9,211 persons
135
Trinidad and Tobago flag
Trinidad and Tobago
8,667 persons
136
Czech Republic flag
Czech Republic
8,449 persons
137
Mayotte flag
Mayotte
8,101 persons
138
Kosovo flag
Kosovo
7,948 persons
139
Uruguay flag
Uruguay
7,821 persons
140
Slovakia flag
Slovakia
7,797 persons
141
Belize flag
Belize
7,753 persons
142
Vanuatu flag
Vanuatu
6,764 persons
143
Suriname flag
Suriname
5,834 persons
144
Bhutan flag
Bhutan
5,659 persons
145
Brunei Darussalam flag
Brunei Darussalam
5,128 persons
146
Jamaica flag
Jamaica
5,085 persons
147
Guyana flag
Guyana
5,003 persons
148
French Guiana flag
French Guiana
4,983 persons
149
Estonia flag
Estonia
3,437 persons
150
Sao Tome and Principe flag
Sao Tome and Principe
3,237 persons
151
Seychelles flag
Seychelles
2,621 persons
152
Bahamas flag
Bahamas
2,284 persons
153
Samoa flag
Samoa
2,115 persons
154
Kiribati flag
Kiribati
1,797 persons
155
Turks and Caicos Islands flag
Turks and Caicos Islands
1,653 persons
156
Andorra flag
Andorra
1,527 persons
157
Cayman Islands flag
Cayman Islands
1,417 persons
158
British Virgin Islands flag
British Virgin Islands
942 persons
159
Slovenia flag
Slovenia
822 persons
160
Faroe Islands flag
Faroe Islands
774 persons
161
Sint Maarten (Dutch part) flag
Sint Maarten (Dutch part)
733 persons
162
Aruba flag
Aruba
725 persons
163
Saint Lucia flag
Saint Lucia
684 persons
164
Georgia flag
Georgia
652 persons
165
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba flag
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba
607 persons
166
Gibraltar flag
Gibraltar
603 persons
167
French Polynesia flag
French Polynesia
593 persons
168
Barbados flag
Barbados
556 persons
169
Curaçao flag
Curaçao
534 persons
170
Antigua and Barbuda flag
Antigua and Barbuda
498 persons
171
Cabo Verde flag
Cabo Verde
450 persons
172
Micronesia (Fed. States of) flag
Micronesia (Fed. States of)
433 persons
173
Jersey flag
Jersey
402 persons
174
Monaco flag
Monaco
374 persons
175
Anguilla flag
Anguilla
338 persons
176
Liechtenstein flag
Liechtenstein
293 persons
177
Tonga flag
Tonga
269 persons
178
Isle of Man flag
Isle of Man
222 persons
179
Bermuda flag
Bermuda
221 persons
180
Grenada flag
Grenada
214 persons
181
Saint Barthélemy flag
Saint Barthélemy
189 persons
182
San Marino flag
San Marino
174 persons
183
Nauru flag
Nauru
166 persons
184
Guernsey flag
Guernsey
143 persons
185
Tokelau flag
Tokelau
139 persons
186
New Caledonia flag
New Caledonia
50 persons
187
Palau flag
Palau
18 persons
188
Greenland flag
Greenland
6 persons
189
Falkland Islands (Malvinas) flag
Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
6 persons
190
Saint Pierre and Miquelon flag
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
-2 persons
191
Niue flag
Niue
-2 persons
192
Saint Helena flag
Saint Helena
-14 persons
193
Saint Kitts and Nevis flag
Saint Kitts and Nevis
-33 persons
194
Montserrat flag
Montserrat
-35 persons
195
Tuvalu flag
Tuvalu
-76 persons
196
Wallis and Futuna Islands flag
Wallis and Futuna Islands
-114 persons
197
Dominica flag
Dominica
-363 persons
198
Saint Martin (French part) flag
Saint Martin (French part)
-425 persons
199
Cook Islands flag
Cook Islands
-440 persons
200
American Samoa flag
American Samoa
-664 persons
201
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines flag
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
-724 persons
202
Guam flag
Guam
-778 persons
203
Northern Mariana Islands flag
Northern Mariana Islands
-853 persons
204
Fiji flag
Fiji
-1,193 persons
205
Marshall Islands flag
Marshall Islands
-1,222 persons
206
Mauritius flag
Mauritius
-1,458 persons
207
United States Virgin Islands flag
United States Virgin Islands
-2,755 persons
208
Albania flag
Albania
-3,193 persons
209
Montenegro flag
Montenegro
-4,123 persons
210
Armenia flag
Armenia
-4,977 persons
211
Réunion flag
Réunion
-5,602 persons
212
Portugal flag
Portugal
-8,234 persons
213
Martinique flag
Martinique
-8,764 persons
214
Poland flag
Poland
-11,273 persons
215
Belarus flag
Belarus
-12,793 persons
216
Latvia flag
Latvia
-15,688 persons
217
Hungary flag
Hungary
-17,781 persons
218
North Macedonia flag
North Macedonia
-21,025 persons
219
Cuba flag
Cuba
-21,088 persons
220
Greece flag
Greece
-27,435 persons
221
Lithuania flag
Lithuania
-38,929 persons
222
Republic of Moldova flag
Republic of Moldova
-42,251 persons
223
Bosnia and Herzegovina flag
Bosnia and Herzegovina
-43,453 persons
224
Syrian Arab Republic flag
Syrian Arab Republic
-50,280 persons
225
Bulgaria flag
Bulgaria
-51,771 persons
226
Serbia flag
Serbia
-53,301 persons
227
Croatia flag
Croatia
-64,190 persons
228
Romania flag
Romania
-87,399 persons
229
Italy flag
Italy
-108,582 persons
230
Japan flag
Japan
-123,640 persons
231
Puerto Rico flag
Puerto Rico
-161,357 persons
232
Lebanon flag
Lebanon
-169,484 persons
233
Ukraine flag
Ukraine
-194,547 persons
234
Saudi Arabia flag
Saudi Arabia
-377,518 persons
235
Venezuela flag
Venezuela
-477,165 persons
236
South Sudan flag
South Sudan
-598,267 persons

Top 10 Countries

  1. #1India flagIndia
  2. #2China flagChina
  3. #3Nigeria flagNigeria
  4. #4Pakistan flagPakistan
  5. #5Congo, Democratic Republic of the flagCongo, Democratic Republic of the
  6. #6Ethiopia flagEthiopia
  7. #7United States flagUnited States
  8. #8Indonesia flagIndonesia
  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. #235Venezuela flagVenezuela
  3. #234Saudi Arabia flagSaudi Arabia
  4. #233Ukraine flagUkraine
  5. #232Lebanon flagLebanon
  6. #231Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico
  7. #230Japan flagJapan
  8. #229Italy flagItaly
  9. #228Romania flagRomania
  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

Italy

In 2017, Italy experienced a population change of -108,582 persons, ranking 229th out of 236 countries in terms of population decline. This decrease reflects ongoing demographic challenges that the country faces, including a low birth rate and an aging population.

Several factors contribute to this decline, such as economic stagnation, which has led to lower fertility rates and increased emigration among younger populations seeking better opportunities abroad. Additionally, Italy's complex immigration policies can affect the net migration rate, further influencing overall population trends.

As of 2017, Italy's fertility rate was approximately 1.34 children per woman, significantly below the replacement level of 2.1. This trend raises concerns about future labor shortages and the sustainability of social welfare systems, emphasizing the need for strategic policy interventions to address demographic shifts.

2

Niger

Niger ranks 29th among 236 countries in terms of population change for the year 2017, with an increase of 745,549 persons. This significant population growth reflects Niger's status as one of the fastest-growing countries in the world, characterized by a high fertility rate and a young population demographic.

The population change can be attributed to several factors, including a high birth rate, which is among the highest globally, and improvements in healthcare that have led to declining mortality rates. Additionally, cultural norms within Niger emphasize large families, contributing further to the population surge.

As of 2017, Niger's total population was estimated to be over 21 million, making it one of the most populous countries in West Africa. The rapid population growth presents both opportunities and challenges, including the need for increased infrastructure, education, and employment opportunities to accommodate the rising number of inhabitants.

3

Hungary

In 2017, Hungary experienced a population decline of 17,781 persons, ranking it 217th out of 236 countries in terms of population change. This decline reflects ongoing demographic challenges faced by the nation, including low birth rates and emigration.

Several factors contributed to this negative population change, notably a total fertility rate that has consistently remained below the replacement level of 2.1 children per woman. Additionally, economic migration has led many young Hungarians to seek opportunities abroad, further exacerbating the population decrease.

As a response to these challenges, the Hungarian government has implemented various family support policies aimed at encouraging higher birth rates, including financial incentives and housing assistance for families. Despite these measures, the demographic trends indicate that Hungary continues to grapple with the implications of an aging population and declining workforce.

4

Lesotho

In 2017, Lesotho experienced a population change of 26,757 persons, ranking it 118th out of 236 countries in terms of population growth. This increase reflects both natural population growth and migration trends within the country.

The population dynamics in Lesotho are influenced by various factors, including a relatively high birth rate juxtaposed against a significant emigration rate, where many Basotho seek employment opportunities abroad, particularly in South Africa. Additionally, Lesotho faces challenges such as health issues, including the impact of HIV/AIDS, which has historically affected population growth rates.

Interestingly, Lesotho is one of the few countries in the world that is entirely landlocked by another country, South Africa, which affects its economic opportunities and migration patterns. As of 2017, the total population of Lesotho was approximately 2.2 million, highlighting the importance of understanding population changes in the context of socio-economic development and public health.

5

Turkmenistan

In 2017, Turkmenistan experienced a population change of 148,096 persons, ranking it 74th out of 236 countries in terms of population growth. This statistic reflects the ongoing demographic trends within the country, which has seen a relatively stable population increase in recent years.

The growth in population can be attributed to factors such as a high birth rate, which remains one of the highest in Central Asia, as well as improvements in healthcare that have contributed to lower mortality rates. Additionally, government policies aimed at promoting family growth have also played a role in sustaining this population increase.

Interestingly, Turkmenistan's demographic structure is characterized by a youthful population, with a significant proportion of individuals under the age of 30. This youth bulge may pose both opportunities and challenges for the nation in terms of economic development and social services in the coming years.

6

Saint Helena

In 2017, Saint Helena experienced a population change of -14 persons, ranking 192nd out of 236 countries regarding population dynamics. This slight decrease in population can be attributed to a combination of factors including limited economic opportunities, high emigration rates, and a declining birth rate.

Saint Helena, a remote island in the South Atlantic Ocean, faces unique challenges due to its geographic isolation and limited resources. The population change reflects ongoing trends of out-migration as residents seek better opportunities on the mainland or in other countries.

Additionally, the island's small population base, which was approximately 4,500 people in 2017, means that even minor fluctuations can have a significant impact on overall demographics, making the effects of such changes more pronounced. This demographic trend is critical for the island's future economic and social planning.

7

Russia

In 2017, Russia experienced a population change of 323,966 persons, ranking it 52nd out of 236 countries in terms of population dynamics. This shift indicates a slight decrease in the overall population, reflecting ongoing demographic challenges faced by the country.

Several factors contribute to this population change, including a combination of low birth rates, high mortality rates, and emigration. Russia has been grappling with a declining fertility rate, which as of 2017, was below the replacement level of 2.1 children per woman. Additionally, significant health issues, such as high rates of alcohol-related deaths and a declining life expectancy, have further exacerbated the situation.

Despite these challenges, Russia's population has shown resilience in certain regions due to migration and government initiatives aimed at improving health care and promoting family support. For instance, the Russian government has implemented policies to encourage childbirth and improve living conditions, which could positively impact future population trends.

8

Mauritania

Mauritania ranked 79th out of 236 countries in terms of population change in the year 2017, recording an increase of approximately 125,561 persons. This demographic shift reflects various social and economic dynamics within the country, which has a population that is predominantly young and growing at a rate influenced by both natural growth and migration.

The factors contributing to this population change include a relatively high fertility rate, which is estimated at around 3.5 children per woman, as well as migration patterns influenced by regional instability and economic opportunities. Additionally, improvements in healthcare and reductions in child mortality rates have also played a role in enhancing population growth.

Interestingly, Mauritania's population density remains low compared to other countries, with vast areas of the country characterized by desert. This geographical challenge impacts urbanization and resource distribution, as the majority of the population resides in urban centers like Nouakchott and Nouadhibou, where opportunities for employment and education are more prevalent.

9

Malawi

In 2017, Malawi experienced a notable population change, with an increase of 485,650 persons, ranking it 41st out of 236 countries in terms of population growth. This substantial increase can be attributed to several factors, including a relatively high birth rate and declining mortality rates, which have been influenced by improvements in healthcare and access to education.

The population growth in Malawi poses both opportunities and challenges, as it can lead to a larger workforce but also places pressure on resources, including food, water, and healthcare services. Furthermore, factors such as urbanization and migration patterns may contribute to changes in demographic dynamics within the country.

As of 2017, Malawi's total population was estimated to be around 18 million, reflecting a strong trend of youthful demographics, with over half of the population under the age of 18. This demographic trend signifies potential for economic growth if adequate opportunities for employment and education can be provided.

10

Libya

In 2017, Libya experienced a population change of approximately 113,107 persons, ranking the country 86th out of 236 nations in terms of population growth. This change reflects the ongoing demographic shifts in a nation grappling with the aftermath of civil conflict and political instability that has affected population dynamics since the 2011 revolution.

The increase in population can be attributed to several factors, including natural growth (the difference between births and deaths) and the potential influx of migrants seeking refuge from violence and economic hardship in neighboring regions. Additionally, Libya's relatively high fertility rate contributes to population growth, although this has been tempered by the broader social and economic challenges facing the country.

It is noteworthy that Libya's population growth is occurring amidst significant challenges, including a fragmented governance structure and ongoing conflict, which can impact the sustainability of such population changes in the long term. Furthermore, demographic trends in Libya may evolve as the country continues to navigate its complex socio-political landscape.

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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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