As of year 2024, the population of Mumbai, India was over 21.6 million inhabitants. This was a 1.77 percent growth from last year. The historical trends indicate that the population of Mumbai has been steadily increasing since 1960. The UN estimates that the population is expected to reach over 24 million by the year 2030.

As of the year 2024, the population of the Indian city of Mumbai was over 21 million people. This was a 1.77 percent growth from the previous year. The historical trends show a fall in growth rate post-2000. However, the population growth rate has been on an upward trajectory since 2021. As per UN estimates, population growth is expected to slow down to 2.21 percent in 2030.

Chart and table of population level and growth rate for the Mumbai, India metro area from 1950 to 2025. United Nations population projections are also included through the year 2035.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Bombay town population over the last 20 plus years. It lists the population for each year, along with the year on year change in population, as well as the change in percentage terms for each year. The dataset can be utilized to understand the population change of Bombay town across the last two decades. For example, using this dataset, we can identify if the population is declining or increasing. If there is a change, when the population peaked, or if it is still growing and has not reached its peak. We can also compare the trend with the overall trend of United States population over the same period of time.

Key observations

In 2023, the population of Bombay town was 1,252, a 0.24% decrease year-by-year from 2022. Previously, in 2022, Bombay town population was 1,255, a decline of 0.55% compared to a population of 1,262 in 2021. Over the last 20 plus years, between 2000 and 2023, population of Bombay town increased by 53. In this period, the peak population was 1,356 in the year 2010. The numbers suggest that the population has already reached its peak and is showing a trend of decline. Source: U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Data Coverage:

• From 2000 to 2023

Variables / Data Columns

• Year: This column displays the data year (Measured annually and for years 2000 to 2023)
• Population: The population for the specific year for the Bombay town is shown in this column.
• Year on Year Change: This column displays the change in Bombay town population for each year compared to the previous year.
• Change in Percent: This column displays the year on year change as a percentage. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.

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Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Bombay town Population by Year. You can refer the same here

Census: Population: City: Mumbai data was reported at 12,442.373 Person th in 03-01-2011. This records a decrease from the previous number of 16,368.000 Person th for 03-01-2001. Census: Population: City: Mumbai data is updated decadal, averaging 12,596.000 Person th from Mar 1991 (Median) to 03-01-2011, with 3 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 16,368.000 Person th in 03-01-2001 and a record low of 12,442.373 Person th in 03-01-2011. Census: Population: City: Mumbai data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAB004: Census: Population: by Selected Cities.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Bombay town population by age. The dataset can be utilized to understand the age distribution and demographics of Bombay town.

Content

The dataset constitues the following three datasets

• Bombay, New York Age Group Population Dataset: A complete breakdown of Bombay town age demographics from 0 to 85 years, distributed across 18 age groups
• Bombay, New York Age Cohorts Dataset: Children, Working Adults, and Seniors in Bombay town - Population and Percentage Analysis
• Bombay, New York Population Pyramid Dataset: Age Groups, Male and Female Population, and Total Population for Demographics Analysis

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Census: Population: Maharashtra: Navi Mumbai data was reported at 1,120,547.000 Person in 03-01-2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 81,855.000 Person for 03-01-2001. Census: Population: Maharashtra: Navi Mumbai data is updated decadal, averaging 81,855.000 Person from Mar 1991 (Median) to 03-01-2011, with 3 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,120,547.000 Person in 03-01-2011 and a record low of 42,732.000 Person in 03-01-1991. Census: Population: Maharashtra: Navi Mumbai data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAC021: Census: Population: By Towns and Urban Agglomerations: Maharashtra.

According to the 2011 census, the population density in the Indian state of Maharashtra was 365 individuals per square kilometer. Located on the Deccan Plateau, it is the second-most populous state in the country. A steady increase in the population of the state can be attributed to growing urban districts such as Mumbai and Pune, with diverse employment opportunities in several sectors.

India's economic powerhouse

With a contribution of over 22 trillion Indian rupees in the financial year 2017, the state of Maharashtra had the highest gross state domestic product in the country. A per capita income of over 175 thousand Indian rupees was estimated across the state for the preceding year. Based on its economic model, the state was a highly preferred destination for domestic and foreign investments.

The most populous Indian state

Mumbai, the capital city of Maharashtra, was the most populous city after Delhi. As the country's economic core, it serves as the financial and commercial capital while providing numerous job opportunities. Many are attracted to this dream city in search of a lucrative career and to make it big in the world-famous Bollywood film industry.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the population of Bombay town by gender across 18 age groups. It lists the male and female population in each age group along with the gender ratio for Bombay town. The dataset can be utilized to understand the population distribution of Bombay town by gender and age. For example, using this dataset, we can identify the largest age group for both Men and Women in Bombay town. Additionally, it can be used to see how the gender ratio changes from birth to senior most age group and male to female ratio across each age group for Bombay town.

Key observations

Largest age group (population): Male # 30-34 years (118) | Female # 30-34 years (128). Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates.

Age groups:

• Under 5 years
• 5 to 9 years
• 10 to 14 years
• 15 to 19 years
• 20 to 24 years
• 25 to 29 years
• 30 to 34 years
• 35 to 39 years
• 40 to 44 years
• 45 to 49 years
• 50 to 54 years
• 55 to 59 years
• 60 to 64 years
• 65 to 69 years
• 70 to 74 years
• 75 to 79 years
• 80 to 84 years
• 85 years and over

Scope of gender :

Please note that American Community Survey asks a question about the respondents current sex, but not about gender, sexual orientation, or sex at birth. The question is intended to capture data for biological sex, not gender. Respondents are supposed to respond with the answer as either of Male or Female. Our research and this dataset mirrors the data reported as Male and Female for gender distribution analysis.

Variables / Data Columns

• Age Group: This column displays the age group for the Bombay town population analysis. Total expected values are 18 and are define above in the age groups section.
• Population (Male): The male population in the Bombay town is shown in the following column.
• Population (Female): The female population in the Bombay town is shown in the following column.
• Gender Ratio: Also known as the sex ratio, this column displays the number of males per 100 females in Bombay town for each age group.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Bombay town Population by Gender. You can refer the same here

Vital Statistics: Birth Rate: per 1000 Population: Maharashtra: Urban data was reported at 14.600 NA in 2020. This records a decrease from the previous number of 15.000 NA for 2019. Vital Statistics: Birth Rate: per 1000 Population: Maharashtra: Urban data is updated yearly, averaging 16.900 NA from Dec 1997 (Median) to 2020, with 23 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 20.800 NA in 1998 and a record low of 14.600 NA in 2020. Vital Statistics: Birth Rate: per 1000 Population: Maharashtra: Urban data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAH002: Vital Statistics: Birth Rate: by States.

Census: Population: Maharashtra: Navi Mumbai: Female data was reported at 510,487.000 Person in 03-01-2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 35,636.000 Person for 03-01-2001. Census: Population: Maharashtra: Navi Mumbai: Female data is updated decadal, averaging 35,636.000 Person from Mar 1991 (Median) to 03-01-2011, with 3 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 510,487.000 Person in 03-01-2011 and a record low of 18,978.000 Person in 03-01-1991. Census: Population: Maharashtra: Navi Mumbai: Female data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAC021: Census: Population: By Towns and Urban Agglomerations: Maharashtra.

Census: Population: Maharashtra: Bhiwandi data was reported at 709,665.000 Person in 03-01-2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 621,427.000 Person for 03-01-2001. Census: Population: Maharashtra: Bhiwandi data is updated decadal, averaging 36,697.000 Person from Mar 1901 (Median) to 03-01-2011, with 12 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 709,665.000 Person in 03-01-2011 and a record low of 10,354.000 Person in 03-01-1901. Census: Population: Maharashtra: Bhiwandi data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAC021: Census: Population: By Towns and Urban Agglomerations: Maharashtra.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Bombay town population by race and ethnicity. The dataset can be utilized to understand the racial distribution of Bombay town.

Content

The dataset will have the following datasets when applicable

Please note that in case when either of Hispanic or Non-Hispanic population doesnt exist, the respective dataset will not be available (as there will not be a population subset applicable for the same)

• Bombay, New York Population Breakdown by Race
• Bombay, New York Non-Hispanic Population Breakdown by Race
• Bombay, New York Hispanic or Latino Population Distribution by Their Ancestries

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Delhi was the largest city in terms of number of inhabitants in India in 2023.The capital city was estimated to house nearly 33 million people, with Mumbai ranking second that year. India's population estimate was 1.4 billion, ahead of China that same year.

Vital Statistics: Birth Rate: per 1000 Population: Maharashtra data was reported at 15.000 NA in 2020. This records a decrease from the previous number of 15.300 NA for 2019. Vital Statistics: Birth Rate: per 1000 Population: Maharashtra data is updated yearly, averaging 17.600 NA from Dec 1997 (Median) to 2020, with 23 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 22.500 NA in 1998 and a record low of 15.000 NA in 2020. Vital Statistics: Birth Rate: per 1000 Population: Maharashtra data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAH002: Vital Statistics: Birth Rate: by States.

The population in New Delhi was approximately 28.5 million, the most among the leading Indian cities in 2019. Mumbai and Kolkata rounded up the three most populated cities across the country that year.

Mumbai city in Maharashtra is well known as the entertainment and commercial center of India. Eight percent of Mumbai households had an annual income of less than 75,000 rupees as of 2015.

This dataset is about cities and is filtered where the city includes Bombay, featuring 3 columns: city, country, and population. The preview is ordered by population (descending).

As of 2021, the share of multidimensional poor in the total population of Mumbai sank to 1.21 percent during the NFHS round of 2021 as compared to 3.59 percent between 2015 and 2016. The proportion of multidimensionally poor in the population is arrived at by dividing the number of multi-dimensionally poor persons by the total population.

Census: Population: Maharashtra: Navi Mumbai: Male data was reported at 610,060.000 Person in 03-01-2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 46,219.000 Person for 03-01-2001. Census: Population: Maharashtra: Navi Mumbai: Male data is updated decadal, averaging 46,219.000 Person from Mar 1991 (Median) to 03-01-2011, with 3 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 610,060.000 Person in 03-01-2011 and a record low of 23,754.000 Person in 03-01-1991. Census: Population: Maharashtra: Navi Mumbai: Male data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAC021: Census: Population: By Towns and Urban Agglomerations: Maharashtra.