The total population of Uruguay was estimated at about 3.51 million people in 2024. From 1980 to 2024, the total population rose by approximately 570 thousand people, though the increase followed an uneven trajectory rather than a consistent upward trend. Between 2024 and 2030, the total population will rise by around 40 thousand 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.

Population growth (annual %) in Uruguay was reported at --0.04408 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Uruguay - Population growth (annual %) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

Total current population for Uruguay in 2025 is 3,423,454, a 0% increase from 2024.

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<li>Total population for Uruguay in 2024 was <strong>3,423,316</strong>, a <strong>0.01% increase</strong> from 2023.</li>
<li>Total population for Uruguay in 2023 was <strong>3,423,108</strong>, a <strong>0.01% increase</strong> from 2022.</li>
<li>Total population for Uruguay in 2022 was <strong>3,422,794</strong>, a <strong>0.1% decline</strong> from 2021.</li>
</ul>Total population is based on the de facto definition of population, which counts all residents regardless of legal status or citizenship. The values shown are midyear estimates.

The total population in Uruguay was estimated at 3.6 million people in 2024, according to the latest census figures and projections from Trading Economics. This dataset provides - Uruguay Population - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Population, total in Uruguay was reported at 3386588 in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Uruguay - Population, total - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

Uruguay Population as of 30 June data was reported at 3,499,451.000 Person in 2024. This records a decrease from the previous number of 3,566,550.000 Person for 2023. Uruguay Population as of 30 June data is updated yearly, averaging 3,396,706.000 Person from Jun 1996 (Median) to 2024, with 29 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3,566,550.000 Person in 2023 and a record low of 3,258,203.000 Person in 1996. Uruguay Population as of 30 June data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Institute of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Uruguay – Table UY.G001: Population.

Population in largest city in Uruguay was reported at 1781363 in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Uruguay - Population in largest city - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

The percentage of population in Uruguay under the poverty line plummeted between 2020 and 2024, decreasing from **** to a minimum of **** percent. In 2023, the share of the population living under the poverty line stood at **** percent.

Population aged 0-14 years of Uruguay decreased by 2.10% from 18.7 % in 2023 to 18.3 % in 2024. Since the 0.93% decline in 2014, population aged 0-14 years slumped by 14.21% in 2024. Population between the ages 0 to 14 as a percentage of the total population. Population is based on the de facto definition of population.

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Uruguay UY: Population: Male: Ages 20-24: % of Male Population data was reported at 7.950 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 8.014 % for 2016. Uruguay UY: Population: Male: Ages 20-24: % of Male Population data is updated yearly, averaging 7.713 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 8.602 % in 1999 and a record low of 7.374 % in 1974. Uruguay UY: 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 Uruguay – Table UY.World Bank.WDI: 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.; ;

This statistic shows the age structure in Uruguay from 2014 to 2024. In 2024, about 18.29 percent of Uruguay's total population were aged 0 to 14 years.

The age and racial ethnicity of people are relevant variables for the analysis of poverty. This affects the younger ones to a greater extent; in particular in those between 6 and 12 years of age, where the highest levels are registered. In 2021, it was estimated that **** percent of children aged 5 or younger were living below the poverty line in Uruguay, a share that went up to **** percent in 2024. On the other hand, at that time, the share of Uruguayans aged 65 or more living under the poverty line was merely *** percent.

Population in the largest city (% of urban population) in Uruguay was reported at 54.88 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Uruguay - 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 Uruguay saw no significant changes in 2024 in comparison to the previous year 2023 and remained at around **** percent. However, 2024 marked the fourth consecutive increase of the labor participation rate. The labor force participation rate is the share of the population aged 15 and over who are currently 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 Paraguay and Chile.

The total population of Uruguay was estimated at 3.51 million people in 2024. From 1980 to 2024, the total population rose by 570,000 people, though the increase followed an uneven trajectory rather than a consistent upward trend. Between 2024 and 2030, the total population will rise by 40,000 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.

Population density (people per sq. km of land area) in Uruguay was reported at 19.37 sq. Km in 2022, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Uruguay - Population density (people per sq. km) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

Employment to population ratio of Uruguay went down by 0.12% from 58.6 % in 2023 to 58.5 % in 2024. Since the 2.01% increase in 2022, employment to population ratio increased by 0.53% in 2024. Employment to population ratio is the proportion of a country's population that is employed. Ages 15 and older are generally considered the working-age population.

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