In 2024, the total population of Ukraine was estimated at 33.34 million people. Between 1990 and 2024, the figure dropped by 18.28 million people, though the decline followed an uneven course rather than a steady trajectory. From 2024 to 2030, the total population will rise by 600,000 people, showing an overall upward trend with periodic ups and downs.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.

The total population in Ukraine was estimated at 37.9 million people in 2024, according to the latest census figures and projections from Trading Economics. This dataset provides - Ukraine Population - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

This statistic shows the age structure in Ukraine from 2014 to 2024. In 2024, approximately 13.89 percent of the population in Ukraine were aged between 0 and 14, about 67.15 percent were between 15 and 64 years old and about 18.96 percent were aged 65 and older.

Population, total in Ukraine was reported at 37860221 in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Ukraine - Population, total - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on November of 2025.

Ukraine UA: Population: Male: Ages 20-24: % of Male Population data was reported at 6.046 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 6.374 % for 2016. Ukraine UA: Population: Male: Ages 20-24: % of Male Population data is updated yearly, averaging 8.098 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 11.293 % in 1960 and a record low of 6.046 % in 2017. Ukraine UA: Population: Male: Ages 20-24: % of Male Population data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Ukraine – Table UA.World Bank: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Male population between the ages 20 to 24 as a percentage of the total male population.; ; World Bank staff estimates based on age/sex distributions of United Nations Population Division's World Population Prospects: 2017 Revision.; ;

The share of returnees in the Ukrainian population has declined in recent months. As of December 2024, over 13 percent of the country's inhabitants were returnees from abroad, while over 11 percent were internally displaced persons (IDPs).

Key information about Ukraine population

• The Ukraine population reached 41.0 million people in Dec 2021, compared with the previously reported figure of 41.4 million people in Dec 2020
• The data reached an all-time high of 51.9 million people in Dec 1992 and a record low of 37.3 million people in Dec 1950

• In the latest reports, Ukraine Unemployment Rate increased to 10.5 % in Dec 2021
• Monthly earnings of the Ukraine population was 644.3 USD in Sep 2025
• Ukraine Labour Force Participation Rate dropped to 61.8 % in Dec 2021

Actual value and historical data chart for Ukraine Population Ages 0 14 Total

"Opinions and Views of the Population of Ukraine" is a regular omnibus survey, conducted by Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS) among Ukraine's adult population and covering a wide range of topics. The data presented here is a subset of the survey conducted in December 2024 and includes KIIS's own research questions. Topics covered by the survey include: readiness for concessions for peace, and acceptability of specific hypothetical scenarios for the end of the war; how long Ukrainians are ready to bear the burden of war; the potential impact of Donald Trump's election as President of the United States on the conflict in Ukraine; perceptions of Ukraine's future in 10 years; Ukraine's progress toward becoming a unified political nation; trust in Volodymyr Zelenskyy; trust in social institutions; public confidence in sociological surveys; attitudes towards the EU and NATO; attitudes towards the concept of Ukraine potentially restoring nuclear weapons; personal experiences with stressful situations. Data collection took place from December 2 to 17, 2024. The full sample consists of 2,000 respondents, divided into two subsamples of approximately 1,000 respondents each for specific questions. The data is available in an SAV format (Ukrainian, English) and a converted CSV format (with a codebook). The Data Documentation (pdf file) also includes a short overview and discussion of survey results as well as the relevant parts of the original questionnaire.

Graph and download economic data for Population, Total for Ukraine (POPTOTUAA647NWDB) from 1960 to 2024 about Ukraine and population.

Complete population data for Ukraine showing how many people live in Ukraine from 1960 to 2024

Time series data for the statistic Population ages 65-69, male (% of male population) and country Ukraine. Indicator Definition:Male population between the ages 65 to 69 as a percentage of the total male population.The indicator "Population ages 65-69, male (% of male population)" stands at 5.54 as of 12/31/2024, the highest value at least since 12/31/1961, the period currently displayed. Regarding the One-Year-Change of the series, the current value constitutes an increase of 4.13 percent compared to the value the year prior.The 1 year change in percent is 4.13.The 3 year change in percent is 12.75.The 5 year change in percent is 15.66.The 10 year change in percent is 69.47.The Serie's long term average value is 3.46. It's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is 60.19 percent higher, compared to it's long term average value.The Serie's change in percent from it's minimum value, on 12/31/1985, to it's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is +157.39%.The Serie's change in percent from it's maximum value, on 12/31/2024, to it's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is 0.0%.

Graph and download economic data for Population Growth for Ukraine (SPPOPGROWUKR) from 1961 to 2024 about Ukraine, population, and rate.

"Opinions and Views of the Population of Ukraine" is a regular omnibus survey, conducted by Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS) among Ukraine's adult population and covering a wide range of topics. The data presented here is a subset of the survey conducted in February 2024 and include KIIS's own research questions. The questions cover the following topics: readiness for concessions for peace; perceptions of Russia, its people, and leadership; sources of information; perceptions of the war between Russia and Ukraine; views on Western support for Ukraine; factors contributing to Ukraine's success in the war; perceptions of recent investigations into large businesses and businessmen in Ukraine; state control over online information; state policy on the Russian language in Ukraine; the level of democracy in Ukraine; opportunities for personal success; and favorite national holidays. Data collection took place from February 17 to 28, 2024. Some of the survey questions were asked to all respondents (n=2,008), while others were directed to a sub-sample of 1,052 respondents. The data is available in an SAV format (Ukrainian, English) and a converted CSV format (with a codebook). The Data Documentation (pdf file) also includes a short overview and discussion of survey results as well as the relevant parts of the original questionnaire.

Ukraine: Population ages 65 and above, percent of total: The latest value from 2024 is 18.96 percent, an increase from 18.56 percent in 2023. In comparison, the world average is 10.43 percent, based on data from 196 countries. Historically, the average for Ukraine from 1960 to 2024 is 12.63 percent. The minimum value, 7.3 percent, was reached in 1960 while the maximum of 18.96 percent was recorded in 2024.

Ukraine: Rural population, percent of total population: The latest value from 2024 is 29.72 percent, a decline from 29.91 percent in 2023. In comparison, the world average is 38.30 percent, based on data from 196 countries. Historically, the average for Ukraine from 1960 to 2024 is 36.72 percent. The minimum value, 29.72 percent, was reached in 2024 while the maximum of 53.21 percent was recorded in 1960.

Urban population (% of total population) in Ukraine was reported at 70.28 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Ukraine - Urban population (% of total) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on November of 2025.

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

"Opinions and Views of the Population of Ukraine" is a regular omnibus survey, conducted by Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS) among Ukraine's adult population and covering a wide range of topics. The data presented here is a subset of the survey conducted in May 2024 and include KIIS's own research questions. Questions included are: readiness for concessions for peace, views on Ukraine's relationship with Russia, perceptions of the war between Russia and Ukraine, views on security agreements, perceptions of Ukrainian society's unity, attitudes toward criticism of the government, attitudes toward the legalization of medical cannabis, and perceptions of Ukraine's statehood during the Soviet era. Data collection took place from May 16 to 22, 2024, with 1,067 respondents interviewed. The data is available in an SAV format (Ukrainian, English) and a converted CSV format (with a codebook). The Data Documentation (pdf file) also includes a short overview and discussion of survey results as well as the relevant parts of the original questionnaire.

Graph and download economic data for Population Ages 65 and above for Ukraine (SPPOP65UPTOZSUKR) from 1960 to 2024 about Ukraine, 65-years +, and population.