Latest News About North Korea Population 2026

Here are the latest available estimates on North Korea’s population for 2026, based on recent demographic data sources:

• Population around 26.6 million (mid-2026 estimates vary by source, typically in the 26.6–26.7 million range).[3][5]
• Growth rates are modest, generally near 0.2–0.3% annually in recent years, contributing to a gradual rise in total population through 2026.[4][5]
• Population density is high for the region, with roughly 220 people per square kilometer in 2026 according to several trackers.[3][4]

Notes and context:

• Different sources publish slightly different numbers due to methodology (UN projections, World Bank data, country-complied figures). The near-consensus for 2026 sits in the mid-26 millions, around 26.6 million.[5][4]
• Population dynamics in North Korea are influenced by birth rates, mortality, and migration, but migration net effects are typically small in the latest estimates, with natural growth remaining the primary driver.[4][5]

Would you like a concise comparison table of 2025–2026 estimates from several sources with links, or a short visual chart showing projected growth from 2024 to 2030? I can include citations after each figure.