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    Global Average Population Density

    Last updated: January 24, 2026

    60/km²

    people/km²

    The global average population density is approximately 60 people per square kilometer of land. This masks enormous variation — from Mongolia (2/km²) to Singapore (8,358/km²).

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    Source: World Bank

    Global Average Population Density by Country

    Country Value (people/km²) ↓Source
    Singapore8,358World Bank
    Bangladesh1,265World Bank
    Netherlands508World Bank
    India464World Bank
    Japan338World Bank
    United States36World Bank
    Australia3World Bank
    Mongolia2World Bank

    Why This Average Exists

    Population density affects infrastructure needs, environmental impact, agricultural pressure, and quality of life.

    Factors That Affect Global Average Population Density

    • Geographic terrain
    • Climate
    • Economic opportunities
    • Urbanization
    • Historical settlement patterns
    • Government planning

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Methodology & Data Sources

    The data presented on this page is compiled from publicly available datasets published by international organizations including the World Bank, World Health Organization (WHO), International Labour Organization (ILO), United Nations, NASA, and national statistical agencies.

    Global averages are calculated using population-weighted or arithmetic means depending on the metric. Country-level data reflects the most recent available figures, typically from 2024–2024. Where gaps exist, the latest available data point is used.

    All figures are subject to revision as source organizations update their datasets. For the most authoritative data, we encourage consulting the original sources linked in the table above.

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