In 2020, Indonesia recorded the largest population of Muslims worldwide, with around 239 million. This was followed with around 226.88 million Muslims in Pakistan and 213 million Muslims in India.

The average for 2013 based on 46 countries was 43.9 percent. The highest value was in Algeria: 100 percent and the lowest value was in Angola: 0 percent. The indicator is available from 1960 to 2013. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.

In 2023, it was estimated that approximately ** percent of the Indonesian population were Muslim, accounting for the highest share of Muslims in any Southeast Asian country. Indonesia also has the world's largest Muslim population, with an estimated *** million Muslims. Demographics of Indonesia The total population of Indonesia was estimated to reach around *** million in 2028. The median age of the population in the country was at an all-time high in 2020 and was projected to increase continuously until the end of the century. In 2020, the population density in Indonesia reached its highest value recorded at about ***** people per square kilometer. Shopping behavior during Ramadan in Indonesia Nearly all Muslims in Indonesia celebrated Ramadan in 2022. During the month of Ramadan, ** percent of Indonesian users utilized online applications to order food. Many Indonesians planned to shop online or offline during Ramadan, with around ** percent of online users planning to purchase fashion wear and accessories. Shopee was the most used app for shopping purposes during that period.

Associated with manuscript titled: Fifty Muslim-majority countries have fewer COVID-19 cases and deaths than the 50 richest non-Muslim countriesThe objective of this research was to determine the difference in the total number of COVID-19 cases and deaths between Muslim-majority and non-Muslim countries, and investigate reasons for the disparities. Methods: The 50 Muslim-majority countries had more than 50.0% Muslims with an average of 87.5%. The non-Muslim country sample consisted of 50 countries with the highest GDP while omitting any Muslim-majority countries listed. The non-Muslim countries’ average percentage of Muslims was 4.7%. Data pulled on September 18, 2020 included the percentage of Muslim population per country by World Population Review15 and GDP per country, population count, and total number of COVID-19 cases and deaths by Worldometers.16 The data set was transferred via an Excel spreadsheet on September 23, 2020 and analyzed. To measure COVID-19’s incidence in the countries, three different Average Treatment Methods (ATE) were used to validate the results. Results published as a preprint at https://doi.org/10.31235/osf.io/84zq5(15) Muslim Majority Countries 2020 [Internet]. Walnut (CA): World Population Review. 2020- [Cited 2020 Sept 28]. Available from: http://worldpopulationreview.com/country-rankings/muslim-majority-countries (16) Worldometers.info. Worldometer. Dover (DE): Worldometer; 2020 [cited 2020 Sept 28]. Available from: http://worldometers.info

Islam is the major religion in many African countries, especially in the north of the continent. In Comoros, Libya, Western Sahara, at least 99 percent of the population was Muslim as of 202. These were the highest percentages on the continent. However, also in many other African nations, the majority of the population was Muslim. In Egypt, for instance, Islam was the religion of 79 percent of the people. Islam and other religions in Africa Africa accounts for an important share of the world’s Muslim population. As of 2019, 16 percent of the Muslims worldwide lived in Sub-Saharan Africa, while 20 percent of them lived in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Together with Christianity, Islam is the most common religious affiliation in Africa, followed by several traditional African religions. Although to a smaller extent, numerous other religions are practiced on the continent: these include Judaism, the Baha’i Faith, Hinduism, and Buddhism. Number of Muslims worldwide Islam is one of the most widespread religions in the world. There are approximately 1.9 billion Muslims globally, with the largest Muslim communities living in the Asia-Pacific region. Specifically, Indonesia hosts the highest number of Muslims worldwide, amounting to over 200 million, followed by India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. Islam is also present in Europe and America. The largest Islamic communities in Europe are in France (5.72 million), Germany (4.95 million), and the United Kingdom (4.13 million). In the United States, there is an estimated number of around 3.45 million Muslims.

Comprehensive dataset of Muslim population by country 2026, including total Muslim population figures, percentage of country population, share of world Muslim population, regional breakdown, and growth projections to 2050. Sources: Pew Research Center, CIA World Factbook, World Population Review.

In 2024, Nigeria had the largest Muslim population in Africa, with around 105 million people who belonged to an Islamic denomination. Egypt and Algeria followed with 90.4 million and 39.4 million Muslims, respectively. Muslims have a significant presence in Africa, with an estimated 50 percent of the continent's population identifying as Muslim. The spread of Islam in Africa began in the 7th century with the arrival of Arab traders, and it continued through Islamic scholars and missionaries.

COVID-19 in Muslim vs. Non-Muslim Countries

A Comparative Study of 50 Muslim-Majority and 50 Richest Non-Muslim Countries

About Dataset

This dataset contains information on COVID-19 cases and deaths in 50 Muslim-majority countries compared to the 50 richest non-Muslim countries. The aim of the dataset is to investigate the differences in COVID-19 incidence between these two groups and to explore potential reasons for these disparities. The Muslim-majority countries in the sample had more than 50.0% Muslims, while the non-Muslim countries were selected based on their GDP, excluding any Muslim-majority countries listed. The data was collected on September 18, 2020, and includes information on the percentage of Muslim population per country, GDP, population count, and total number of COVID-19 cases and deaths. The dataset was transferred via an Excel spreadsheet on September 23, 2020 and analyzed using three different Average Treatment Methods (ATE) to validate the results. The dataset was published as a preprint and is associated with a manuscript titled "Fifty Muslim-majority countries have fewer COVID-19 cases and deaths than the 50 richest non-Muslim countries". The manuscript can be accessed via the following Link The sources of the data are also provided in the manuscript. The percentage of Muslim population per country was obtained from World Population Review and can be accessed at Link The GDP per country, population count, and total number of COVID-19 cases and deaths were obtained from Worldometers and can be accessed at Link

More Datasets

For more datasets, click here.

Columns

Research Ideas / Data Use

• Comparative analysis: Researchers can use this dataset to compare the COVID-19 cases and deaths between Muslim-majority and non-Muslim countries. This can help to identify any disparities or differences in the response to the pandemic.
• Trend analysis: Over time, this dataset can be used to track the changes in the COVID-19 cases and deaths in Muslim-majority and non-Muslim countries. This can help to identify trends and patterns that may inform future research.
• Geographical analysis: This dataset can be used to explore the geographical distribution of COVID-19 cases and deaths in Muslim-majority and non-Muslim countries. This can help to identify hotspots and areas that may require special attention.
• Demographic analysis: Researchers can use the data to explore the impact of demographic factors on the spread and severity of the pandemic in Muslim-majority and non-Muslim countries. This can help to identify any patterns or correlations that may inform future research and policy decisions.
• Economic analysis: The data can be used to explore the economic impact of the pandemic on Muslim-majority and non-Muslim countries. By comparing the GDP and other economic indicators in these countries, researchers can identify any patterns or trends that may inform economic policy decisions.

Acknowledgements

if this dataset was used in your work or studies, please credit the original source Please Credit ↑ ⠀

License

License: CC0 1.0 Universal (CC0 1.0) - Public Domain Dedication No Copyright - You can copy, modify, distribute and perform the work, even for commercial purposes, all without asking permission. More Information

The average for 2013 based on 27 countries was 12.7 percent. The highest value was in Turkey: 99 percent and the lowest value was in Belarus: 0 percent. The indicator is available from 1960 to 2013. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.

In 2023, over ** percent of Indonesians declared themselves to be Muslim, followed by *** percent who were Christians. Indonesia has the largest Islamic population in the world and for this reason is often recognized as a Muslim nation. However, Indonesia is not a Muslim nation according to its constitution. The archipelago is a multifaith country and officially recognizes six religions – Islam, Protestantism, Catholicism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Confucianism. Not all provinces in Indonesia are Muslim majority The spread of Islam in Indonesia began on the west side of the archipelago, where the main maritime trade routes were located. Until today, most of the Indonesian Muslim population are residing in Western and Central Indonesia, while the majority religion of several provinces in Eastern Indonesia, such as East Nusa Tenggara and Bali, is Christian and Hindu, respectively. Discrimination towards other beliefs in Indonesia The Indonesian constitution provides for freedom of religion. However, the Government Restrictions Index Score on religion in Indonesia is relatively high. Indonesians who practice unrecognized religions, including Indonesia’s indigenous or traditional belief systems, such as animism, dynamism, and totemism, face legal restrictions and discrimination. Indonesian law requires its citizens to put one of the recognized religions on their national identity cards, with some exceptions for indigenous religions. Although legally citizens may leave the section blank, atheism or agnosticism is considered uncommon in Indonesia.

The average for 2013 based on 11 countries was 0 percent. The highest value was in Argentina: 0 percent and the lowest value was in Argentina: 0 percent. The indicator is available from 1960 to 2013. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.

Religion and Bangladesh

Religion in Bangladesh is a sensitive issue, mostly because Bangladesh is officially a secular state but recognizes Islam as an official, state religion. Historically and doctrinally, Islamic scholars don’t accept nations that are secular because they think that religion, society and private life are all part of the great community they like to call ‘umma’.

The main religion in Bangladesh is Islam because it is practiced by almost 90 percent of the country’s population. The rest of 10 percent adhere to Hinduism. The type of Islam that is practiced in Bangladesh is Sunni Islam with a lot of Sufi influences. Sunni is the most numerous branch of Islam in the world. Countries like Egypt and Saudi Arabia have Sunni majority populations. The Sufi practices that influence the Islamic religion in Bangladesh are commonly known as mysticism. Sufi followers are poor men that don’t eat, don’t drink and spend their days in deep prayer in order to achieve spiritual connection with God.

Bangladesh has the fourth largest Muslim population in the world, with over 130 million followers, right after Indonesia, Pakistan and India. In its constitution, Bangladesh is recognized as a secular state. For a short period of time, when Bangladesh was under Pakistani rule, Islam was made the state’s official religion. But the Supreme Court or High Court of Bangladesh ruled that Bangladesh must return to the principles of the 1972 constitution, meaning that it mustn’t have an official religion.

The problem with Islam gaining too much power in Bangladesh is that it unbalances the genders issues. Islamic edicts or fatwas have been issued mostly against women by religious courts as punishments for their nonreligious behavior. Global NGO’s are fighting such edicts in order to maintain a fair judgment when it comes to men and women. Bangladesh is a country where gender issues, as well as religious issues are very sensitive subjects.

A pie chart that shows Estimated share of the population (2020)

In 2021, Muslims around the world spent a total of *** trillion U.S. dollars across the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, fashion, travel, and media/recreation sectors. The global Muslim market has the potential to grow to about *** trillion dollars by 2025. The largest market for Muslim consumers is the halal food and beverage sector.

The average for 2013 based on 8 countries was 1.6 percent. The highest value was in Trinidad and Tobago: 6 percent and the lowest value was in Costa Rica: 0 percent. The indicator is available from 1960 to 2013. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.

The average for 2013 based on 13 countries was 34.6 percent. The highest value was in Iran: 90 percent and the lowest value was in India: 3 percent. The indicator is available from 1960 to 2013. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.

This dataset was derived from Swivel.com at: http://www.swivel.com/data_sets/show/1011482 Which cites the CIA Fact book as the official Source. https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/ Data is available for 60 countries around the world, and lists the Muslim Population for each. This data was collected on January 15, 2008.

This study explores the nature and conceptualisation of mental health and well-being among Indonesians living in an urban environment. Little is known about the nature of mental health and well-being in the everyday living context in developing countries. In Indonesia, as one of the most populous countries and the largest Muslim population in the world, the incidence of mental health problems has increased immensely in the last decade. However, there is a very limited number of studies that incorporate relevant cultural contexts into the understanding of mental health and well-being in Indonesia. This study aims to elucidate the relationship of specific psychosocial factors, as protective and risk factors, to mental health and well-being in the everyday urban living contexts experienced by a growing middle class in Indonesia in the perspective of Keyes' model of mental well-being. The data for this study were collected through semi-structured interviews and were analysed using Giorgi’s descriptive phenomenological approach.

A 2022 survey found that approximately ** percent of respondents in Indonesia prayed daily. Meanwhile, around four percent of survey participants stated that they prayed weekly. Indonesia has the largest Muslim population in the world. However, it is not a Muslim nation by constitution. The country recognizes six official religions: Islam, Protestantism, Catholicism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Confucianism.

A 2022 survey found that all respondents in Indonesia believed in God or unseen beings, and around ** percent considered religion very important in their lives. Indonesia has the largest Muslim population in the world. However, it is not a Muslim nation by constitution. The country recognizes six official religions: Islam, Protestantism, Catholicism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Confucianism.