Description

This Dataset contains details of World Population by country. According to the worldometer, the current population of the world is 8.2 billion people. Highest populated country is India followed by China and USA.

Attribute Information

• Rank : Country Rank by Population.
• Country : Name of the Country.
• Population(2024) : Current Population of each Country.
• Yearly Change : Percentage Yearly Change in Population.
• Net Change : Net change in the Population.
• Density (P/Km²) : Population density (population per square km)
• Land Area(Km²) : Total land area of the Country.
• Migrants (net) : Total number of migrants.
• Fertility Rate : Fertility rate
• Median Age : Median age of the population
• Urban Pop % : Percentage of urban population
• World Share : Share to the word with population.

Acknowledgements

https://www.worldometers.info/world-population/population-by-country/

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay

In 2025, India overtook China as the world's most populous country and now has almost 1.46 billion people. China now has the second-largest population in the world, still with just over 1.4 billion inhabitants, however, its population went into decline in 2023. Global population As of 2025, the world's population stands at almost 8.2 billion people and is expected to reach around 10.3 billion people in the 2080s, when it will then go into decline. Due to improved healthcare, sanitation, and general living conditions, the global population continues to increase; mortality rates (particularly among infants and children) are decreasing and the median age of the world population has steadily increased for decades. As for the average life expectancy in industrial and developing countries, the gap has narrowed significantly since the mid-20th century. Asia is the most populous continent on Earth; 11 of the 20 largest countries are located there. It leads the ranking of the global population by continent by far, reporting four times as many inhabitants as Africa. The Demographic Transition The population explosion over the past two centuries is part of a phenomenon known as the demographic transition. Simply put, this transition results from a drastic reduction in mortality, which then leads to a reduction in fertility, and increase in life expectancy; this interim period where death rates are low and birth rates are high is where this population explosion occurs, and population growth can remain high as the population ages. In today's most-developed countries, the transition generally began with industrialization in the 1800s, and growth has now stabilized as birth and mortality rates have re-balanced. Across less-developed countries, the stage of this transition varies; for example, China is at a later stage than India, which accounts for the change in which country is more populous - understanding the demographic transition can help understand the reason why China's population is now going into decline. The least-developed region is Sub-Saharan Africa, where fertility rates remain close to pre-industrial levels in some countries. As these countries transition, they will undergo significant rates of population growth.

Historical dataset showing total population for the world by year from 1950 to 2025.

This dataset presents the most recent population figures by country for the year 2025. It includes core demographic information such as the total population of each country, and depending on the data structure, may also feature population growth rates, density, land area, and ranking by population size.

The data was collected from a publicly accessible source that permits data scraping and reuse. It has been cleaned and organized to make it easy to use for data analysis, visualization, and educational purposes.

Dataset Glossary (Column‑Wise)

rank: Population rank (1 = largest population). country: Official country or territory name. cca2: ISO 3166‑1 alpha‑2 country code (2 letters, e.g. “IN”, “US”). cca3: ISO 3166‑1 alpha‑3 country code (3 letters, e.g. “IND”, “USA”). area: Total surface area (land + water) in square kilometers (km²). landAreaKm: Land area only, in square kilometers (km²). pop2025: Estimated population in the year 2025 (whole number). pop2050: Projected population in the year 2050 (whole number). density: Population density in 2025 (people per square kilometer). growthRate: Annual growth rate estimate for 2025 (decimal; e.g. 0.0089 = 0.89 % per year). worldPercentage: Share of global population (decimal; e.g. 0.1829 = 18.29 %).

Context

The world's population has undergone remarkable growth, exceeding 7.5 billion by mid-2019 and continuing to surge beyond previous estimates. Notably, China and India stand as the two most populous countries, with China's population potentially facing a decline while India's trajectory hints at surpassing it by 2030. This significant demographic shift is just one facet of a global landscape where countries like the United States, Indonesia, Brazil, Nigeria, and others, each with populations surpassing 100 million, play pivotal roles.

The steady decrease in growth rates, though, is reshaping projections. While the world's population is expected to exceed 8 billion by 2030, growth will notably decelerate compared to previous decades. Specific countries like India, Nigeria, and several African nations will notably contribute to this growth, potentially doubling their populations before rates plateau.

Content

This dataset provides comprehensive historical population data for countries and territories globally, offering insights into various parameters such as area size, continent, population growth rates, rankings, and world population percentages. Spanning from 1970 to 2023, it includes population figures for different years, enabling a detailed examination of demographic trends and changes over time.

Dataset

Structured with meticulous detail, this dataset offers a wide array of information in a format conducive to analysis and exploration. Featuring parameters like population by year, country rankings, geographical details, and growth rates, it serves as a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and analysts. Additionally, the inclusion of growth rates and world population percentages provides a nuanced understanding of how countries contribute to global demographic shifts.

This dataset is invaluable for those interested in understanding historical population trends, predicting future demographic patterns, and conducting in-depth analyses to inform policies across various sectors such as economics, urban planning, public health, and more.

Structure

This dataset (world_population_data.csv) covering from 1970 up to 2023 includes the following columns:

Acknowledgment

The primary dataset was retrieved from the World Population Review. I sincerely thank the team for providing the core data used in this dataset.

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Age and sex distribution of WORLD in 2025. Total population: 8,231,613,069.

Population, female (% of total population) in World was reported at 49.72 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. World - Population, female (% of total) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on February of 2026.

Before 2025, the world's total population is expected to reach eight billion. Furthermore, it is predicted to reach over 10 billion in 2060, before slowing again as global birth rates are expected to decrease. Moreover, it is still unclear to what extent global warming will have an impact on population development. A high share of the population increase is expected to happen on the African continent.

Population, male in World was reported at 4093749402 Persons in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. World - Population, male - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on March of 2026.

Globally, about 25 percent of the population is under 15 years of age and 10 percent is over 65 years of age. Africa has the youngest population worldwide. In Sub-Saharan Africa, more than 40 percent of the population is below 15 years, and only three percent are above 65, indicating the low life expectancy in several of the countries. In Europe, on the other hand, a higher share of the population is above 65 years than the population under 15 years. Fertility rates The high share of children and youth in Africa is connected to the high fertility rates on the continent. For instance, South Sudan and Niger have the highest population growth rates globally. However, about 50 percent of the world’s population live in countries with low fertility, where women have less than 2.1 children. Some countries in Europe, like Latvia and Lithuania, have experienced a population decline of one percent, and in the Cook Islands, it is even above two percent. In Europe, the majority of the population was previously working-aged adults with few dependents, but this trend is expected to reverse soon, and it is predicted that by 2050, the older population will outnumber the young in many developed countries. Growing global population As of 2025, there are 8.1 billion people living on the planet, and this is expected to reach more than nine billion before 2040. Moreover, the global population is expected to reach 10 billions around 2060, before slowing and then even falling slightly by 2100. As the population growth rates indicate, a significant share of the population increase will happen in Africa.

asadullahshehbaz/World-Population-2025 dataset hosted on Hugging Face and contributed by the HF Datasets community

This dataset contains historical population data for countries around the world across multiple years. The data includes country identifiers, population series information, and population values from 1990 to 2025.

The dataset can be used for data analysis, demographic research, population growth studies, and visualization projects. It is particularly useful for data analysts, students, and researchers who want to explore global population trends, compare countries, and analyze how population has changed over time.

The dataset includes standardized country codes along with yearly population figures, making it easy to integrate with other global datasets or use in tools such as Power BI, Python, SQL, or Excel.

Possible Use Cases

Analyze global population growth trends

Compare population changes across countries

Study demographic changes over time

Build data visualization dashboards

Perform time-series analysis

Column Details 1. Unnamed: 0

An index column representing the row number of the dataset.

1. Series Name

The name of the data indicator.

In this dataset, it represents "Population, total".

1. Series Code

A standardized indicator code used to represent the population metric.

1. Country Name

The name of the country or region.

1. Country Code

A three-letter country identifier used internationally (ISO-style code).

1. 1990 [YR1990]

Total population of the country in 1990.

1. 2000 [YR2000]

Total population of the country in 2000.

1. 2016 [YR2016]

Total population of the country in 2016.

1. 2017 [YR2017]

Total population of the country in 2017.

1. 2018 [YR2018]

Total population of the country in 2018.

1. 2019 [YR2019]

Total population of the country in 2019.

1. 2020 [YR2020]

Total population of the country in 2020.

1. 2021 [YR2021]

Total population of the country in 2021.

1. 2022 [YR2022]

Total population of the country in 2022.

1. 2023 [YR2023]

Total population of the country in 2023.

1. 2024 [YR2024]

Estimated population of the country in 2024.

1. 2025 [YR2025]

Projected population value for 2025 (some entries may contain missing values).

Population, total in World was reported at 8142056446 in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. World - Population, total - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on February of 2026.

This statistic shows the 20 countries with the highest population growth rate in 2025. In South Sudan, the population grew by about 4.52 percent compared to the previous year, making it the country with the highest population growth rate in 2025. The global population Today, the global population amounts to around 8 billion people, i.e., the total number of living humans on Earth. More than half of the global population lives in Asia, while one quarter of the global population resides in Africa. High fertility rates in Africa and Asia, a decline in the mortality rates, and an increase in the median age of the world population all contribute to the global population growth. Statistics show that the global population is expected to increase by almost 4 billion people by 2100. The global population growth is a direct result of people living longer because of better living conditions and healthier nutrition. Finally, three out of five of the most populous countries in the world are located in Asia.

Comprehensive demographic data for 195 countries covering 75 years (1950-2025) sourced from UN World Population Prospects 2024 Revision.

Discover the latest total population statistics for every country and region worldwide. Explore accurate, up-to-date data on global population growth, density, and demographic trends — sourced from trusted international databases like the UN and World Bank. Perfect for researchers, students, and data enthusiasts looking to understand how the world’s population is changing.

This dataset presents projected demographic data for countries and territories in 2025. It includes:

Estimated Population (2025)

Yearly Change Rate and Net Change

Population Density and Land Area

Net Migration, Fertility Rate, and Median Age

Urban Population % and Global Share

The data is sourced from Worldometer and offers insights into global population trends for planning, research, and analysis.

Population density (people per sq. km of land area) in World was reported at 61.6 sq. Km in 2022, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. World - Population density (people per sq. km) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on February of 2026.

🌍 Countries and Dependencies by Population (2025)

This dataset provides a comprehensive list of countries and dependent territories worldwide, along with their most recent population estimates.The data is sourced from the Wikipedia page List of countries and dependencies by population, which compiles figures from national statistical offices and the United Nations Population Division

📄 Dataset Overview

• Country/Territory Name Includes sovereign states, dependent territories, and regions with limited recognition.
• Population Latest available estimates, primarily from national censuses or UN projection.
• Percentage of World Population Each country's population as a percentage of the global total.
• Date of Estimate The reference date for the population figure.
• Notes Additional information, such as inclusion or exclusion of certain region.

🧠 Potential Use Cases

• Analyzing global population distribution and trends.- Creating visualizations like choropleth maps.- Normalizing other datasets by population for per capita analysis.- Educational purposes in demographics and geography.

📌 Notes

• The dataset includes territories and regions with limited recognition to provide a complete global perspective.
• Population figures are based on the most recent estimates available as of 225.
• Data may be subject to revisions as new census information becomes available.

Population, male (% of total population) in World was reported at 50.28 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. World - Population, male (% of total) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on March of 2026.