In 2025, Jakarta had a population density of approximately ****** people per square kilometer. The province contributed to around **** percent to the total population of Indonesia. In that year, Indonesia’s population density was around *** people per square kilometer.

The total population in Indonesia was estimated at 281.6 million people in 2024, according to the latest census figures and projections from Trading Economics. This dataset provides - Indonesia Population - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

This statistic shows Indonesia's total population from 1980 to 2024, with projections up until 2030. In 2024, the total population of Indonesia amounted to approximately 281.6 million inhabitants. Population of Indonesia Indonesia is a sovereign state archipelago in Southeast Asia and Oceania. Indonesia shares borders with Papua New Guinea, East Timor and Malaysia. With a total population of more than 255 million inhabitants, Indonesia is one of the top five most populous countries in the world. Indonesia is a developing nation and a founding member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations as well as a member of the G-20 economies. It is slowly establishing itself amongst the top world economies. Gross domestic product of Indonesia showed an estimated growth rate of around 6.4 percent in 2014 in comparison to the previous year. Not only is the economy growing, but the population has rapidly grown also. It is estimated that by 2015, the total population will have grown by around 40 million people since 2003. However, despite the increase in the population growth, the fertility rate has slowly decreased over the past decade. Still, due to a better economic situation in the country and improved health and living conditions, life expectancy at birth has steadily increased over the last decade, a fact which also contributes to the total population growth in Indonesia.

Historical dataset showing total population for Indonesia by year from 1950 to 2025.

Actual value and historical data chart for Indonesia Population Female

Key information about Indonesia population

• The Indonesia population reached 281.6 million people in Dec 2024, compared with the previously reported figure of 278.7 million people in Dec 2023
• The data reached an all-time high of 281.6 million people in Dec 2024 and a record low of 69.5 million people in Dec 1950

CEIC extends history for annual Population. Statistics Indonesia provides year-end Population. Population is based on census for year ending “0” zero (1990, 2000, 2010, so on). Population prior to 1980 is a Mid-year estimate sourced from the International Monetary Fund.


Further information about Indonesia population data

• In the latest reports, Indonesia Unemployment Rate dropped to 4.8 % in Aug 2025
• Monthly earnings of the Indonesia population was 187.4 USD in Dec 2024
• Indonesia Labour Force Participation Rate dropped to 70.6 % in Aug 2025

Actual value and historical data chart for Indonesia Population Ages 15 64 Total

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Jakarta, Indonesia metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Bekasi, Indonesia metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Denpasar, Indonesia metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Actual value and historical data chart for Indonesia Population Growth Annual Percent

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Medan, Indonesia metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Batam, Indonesia metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Depok, Indonesia metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Ambon, Indonesia metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Bengkulu, Indonesia metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Jambi, Indonesia metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Pontianak, Indonesia metro area from 1950 to 2025.

In 2025, Jakarta residents spend approximately ** percent of their income on groceries. Furthermore, about **** and **** percent of their income are allocated for monthly rent and transportation expenses, respectively.

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Jayapura, Indonesia metro area from 1950 to 2025.