In 2024, the total population of Moldova stood at approximately 2.42 million people. Between 1992 and 2024, the figure dropped by around 560 thousand people, though the decline followed an uneven course rather than a steady trajectory. The forecast shows the total population will steadily decline by about 370 thousand people from 2024 to 2030.This indicator describes the total population in the country at hand. This total population of the country consists of all persons falling within the scope of the census.

Population growth (annual %) in Moldova was reported at --2.8427 % in 2023, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Moldova - Population growth (annual %) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on June of 2025.

Key information about Moldova population

• The Moldova population reached 2.4 million people in Dec 2023, compared with the previously reported figure of 2.5 million people in Dec 2022
• The data reached an all-time high of 2.9 million people in Dec 2013 and a record low of 2.4 million people in Dec 2023

The National Bureau of Statistics of the Republic of Moldova provides year-end Population. Population is calculated by applying the international definition of usual residence.


Further information about Moldova population data

• In the latest reports, Moldova Unemployment Rate increased to 5.5 % in Mar 2023
• Monthly earnings of the Moldova population was 742.3 USD in Mar 2024
• Moldova Labour Force Participation Rate increased to 44.8 % in Mar 2024

The total population in Moldova was estimated at 2.4 million people in 2024, according to the latest census figures and projections from Trading Economics. This dataset provides - Moldova Population - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Population density (people per sq. km of land area) in Moldova was reported at 88.02 sq. Km in 2022, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Moldova - Population density (people per sq. km) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on June of 2025.

Graph and download economic data for Population, Total for Republic of Moldova (POPTOTMDA647NWDB) from 1960 to 2024 about Moldova and population.

Population in the largest city (% of urban population) in Moldova was reported at 45.95 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Moldova - Population in the largest city - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

The labor participation rate among the total population aged between 15 and 64 in Moldova saw no significant changes in 2024 in comparison to the previous year 2023 and remained at around 72.52 percent. The labor force participation rate is the share of people aged 15 and over who are economically active (i.e. employed or actively searching for work). It is calculated by dividing the economically active population aged 15 and over by the total population aged 15 and over.Find more key insights for the labor participation rate among the total population aged between 15 and 64 in countries like Ukraine and Belarus.

Graph and download economic data for Population Growth for the Republic of Moldova (SPPOPGROWMDA) from 1961 to 2024 about Moldova, population, and rate.

Moldova MD: Population: Female: Ages 20-24: % of Female Population data was reported at 6.765 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 7.218 % for 2016. Moldova MD: Population: Female: Ages 20-24: % of Female Population data is updated yearly, averaging 8.096 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 9.548 % in 2010 and a record low of 6.330 % in 1991. Moldova MD: Population: Female: Ages 20-24: % of Female Population data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Moldova – Table MD.World Bank.WDI: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Female population between the ages 20 to 24 as a percentage of the total female population.; ; World Bank staff estimates based on age/sex distributions of United Nations Population Division's World Population Prospects: 2017 Revision.; ;

Population ages 20-24, female (% of female population) in Moldova was reported at 4.6355 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Moldova - Population ages 20-24, female (% of female population) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

There were 447 300 Linkedin users in Moldova in December 2024, which accounted for 11.8% of its entire population. People aged 25 to 34 were the largest user group (230 000).

Graph and download economic data for Population Ages 0 to 14 for the Republic of Moldova (SPPOP0014TOZSMDA) from 1960 to 2024 about 0 to 14 years, Moldova, and population.

There were 380 700 Linkedin users in Moldova in January 2024, which accounted for 10% of its entire population. People aged 25 to 34 were the largest user group (220 000).

There were 1 904 200 Facebook users in Moldova in November 2024, which accounted for 50.2% of its entire population. The majority of them were women - 57.5%. People aged 25 to 34 were the largest user group (417 100). The highest difference between men and women occurs within people aged 55 to 64, where women lead by 91 300.

There were 1 048 000 Instagram users in Moldova in November 2024, which accounted for 27.6% of its entire population. The majority of them were women - 62.5%. People aged 18 to 24 were the largest user group (336 400). The highest difference between men and women occurs within people aged 35 to 44, where women lead by 73 100.

Population ages 15-64, total in Moldova was reported at 1529130 Persons in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Moldova - Population ages 15-64, total - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

Maia Sandu, the incumbent president from the Party of Action and Solidarity, won the presidential election in Moldova in the second round held on November 3, 2024. Known for her pro-European Union (EU) stance, she gained 55.41 percent of the votes. Her main opponent, Alexandr Stoianoglo from the Party of Socialists of the Republic of Moldova, received almost 44.6 percent of the votes. The turnout exceeded 54 percent. Sandu also received the largest share of votes in the first round held on October 20, 2024, at roughly 42 percent. However, as the figure was below 50 percent, a second round took place. As Moldova navigates its path toward EU integration, the outcome plays a crucial role in shaping the country's direction. Moreover, the country faces a continuous population decrease, which is forecast at over eight percent between 2024 and 2029. Moldova's EU aspirations On the same day as the presidential election, Moldovan citizens voted in a referendum to amend the constitution and include a commitment to EU membership. According to the final results, 50.38 percent favored the amendment, reflecting the country's desire for closer ties with Europe, but also highlighting how narrow the difference between the in-favor and against votes is. Voter turnout and historical context The 2024 election saw a notable increase in voter participation, with turnout exceeding 51 percent in the first round. This marks a higher level of engagement compared to the first rounds of the 2016 and 2020 presidential elections. The election builds on the momentum of the 2020 race, where Maia Sandu emerged victorious in the second round with 58 percent of the vote, defeating Igor Dodon.

Key information about Moldova Monthly Earnings

• Moldova Monthly Earnings stood at 802 USD in Sep 2024, compared with the previous figure of 792 USD in Jun 2024
• Moldova Monthly Earnings data is updated quarterly, available from Mar 2015 to Sep 2024, with an average number of 434 USD
• The data reached the an all-time high of 802 USD in Sep 2024 and a record low of 234 USD in Mar 2016

CEIC converts Monthly Earnings into USD. The National Bureau of Statistics of the Republic of Moldova provides Monthly Earnings in local currency. The National Bank of Moldova average market exchange rate is used for currency conversions. Monthly Earnings cover Social and Economic units with 4 or more employees and all Budgetary Institutions regardless of the number of employees. Data on districts from the left side of the river Nistru and municipality Bender is excluded.


Further information about Moldova Monthly Earnings

• In the latest reports, Moldova Population reached 2 million people in Dec 2023
• Unemployment Rate of Moldova increased to 6 % in Mar 2023
• The country's Labour Force Participation Rate increased to 46 % in Sep 2024

The gross domestic product (GDP) per capita in Moldova was estimated at about 7.48 thousand U.S. dollars in 2024. Between 1992 and 2024, the GDP per capita rose by approximately 7.19 thousand U.S. dollars, though the increase followed an uneven trajectory rather than a consistent upward trend. The GDP per capita will steadily rise by around 6.55 thousand U.S. dollars over the period from 2024 to 2030, reflecting a clear upward trend.This indicator describes the gross domestic product per capita at current prices. Thereby, the gross domestic product was first converted from national currency to U.S. dollars at current exchange rates and then divided by the total population. The gross domestic product is a measure of a country's productivity. It refers to the total value of goods and service produced during a given time period (here a year).