Greenland Population Clock

Greenland population

55,565

Population changes approximately every seconds

Annual population growth rate (2023 - 2024): -0.17%

Source: United Nations World Population Prospects 2024

About the population of Greenland

According to the United Nations World Population Prospects 2024, the estimated population of Greenland is 55,565, growing at an annual rate of -0.17%. That works out to a net change of approximately 0 people per day or 0 per hour.

The population change in Greenland is driven by three components: approximately 738 births per year and 576 deaths per year, plus net migration. Together these components produce the overall growth rate of -0.17% per year.

The total fertility rate stands at 1.91 children per woman. Since this is below the replacement level of 2.1, the population of Greenland would decline over the long term without net immigration.

Frequently asked questions

What is the current population of Greenland?

The current population of Greenland is approximately 55,565, growing at -0.17% per year.

How fast is the population of Greenland changing?

By approximately 0 people per day, or 0 per hour.

Are more people being born than dying in Greenland?

Yes. With approximately 738 births and 576 deaths per year, Greenland has a natural population increase of about 162 people annually.

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