Europe · SkopjeNorth Macedonia· by the numbers
North Macedonia's population is 1,820,909 (2025) — the 151st-largest in the world and the 34th-largest in Europe, shrinking by about 3,450 people a year.
North Macedonia Facts at a Glance
Six numbers that summarise the country — population trend, rank, density, wealth, prices, share of humanity.
North Macedonia in World Rankings
Every world ranking we publish, this country’s place in each, and its overall percentile shape.
Is North Macedonia's Population Declining?
Yes. North Macedonia's population fell by 3,450 people (-0.19%) between 2024 and 2025. The fertility rate is 1.4 births per woman — below the ~2.1 replacement level. Net migration was negative in the latest year on record.
Population, 1960 to 2025
66 years of estimates from the same source.
North Macedonia Demographics
Every indicator has its own source and dataset year — shown honestly rather than smoothed into one.
Age & sex structure
17 five-year bands, male and female, 2025.
Largest cities
By population, GeoNames city-proper figures (not metro area).
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Frequently asked
What is the population of North Macedonia?
North Macedonia's population is 1,820,909 as of 2025 (World Bank estimate), ranking #151 of 217 countries and territories by population.
How many people live in North Macedonia?
1,820,909 people, as of the 2025 World Bank estimate — the most recent figure this page tracks.
What is North Macedonia's population density?
72.2 people per km², based on a land area of 25,220 km².
What is North Macedonia ranked in population worldwide?
#151 of 217 countries and territories by population — see the full ranking table for every country's position.
What is the life expectancy in North Macedonia?
76.6 years on average (2024) — 74.5 for men, 78.9 for women.
What is North Macedonia's GDP?
$19.1B, ranking #133 of 186 economies we track — $10,490 per capita.
Is North Macedonia's population declining?
Yes. North Macedonia's population has been shrinking, falling by 3,450 people (-0.19%) between 2024 and 2025.
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Sources
- World Bank Open Data · data.worldbank.orgCC BY 4.0 · population, GDP, life expectancy, homicide, PM2.5, vitals
- NCD-RisC / The Lancet · ncdrisc.orgCC BY 4.0 · pooled measured-height and life-expectancy studies
- GeoNames · geonames.orgCC BY 4.0 · cities, geographic passport