Bosnia and Herzegovina Population Density
People per sq. km of land area EN.POP.DNST
Bosnia and Herzegovina's population density was 60.3 in 2025, ranked 144th globally. This represents a 3.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1992–2025.
Overview
Bosnia and Herzegovina's population density stood at 60.3 in 2025, a decline of +1.9 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 60.3 by 2025. Bosnia and Herzegovina ranked 144th globally.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's population density has exhibited a downward trend since its peak in 1992, when the country boasted a density of 82.71 individuals per square kilometer. This was largely driven by the post-war refugee crisis and subsequent migration of individuals from the country. As of 2025, the country's population density has reached 60.35 individuals per square kilometer, ranking it 144th globally. In comparison, Ukraine, a peer country, has a slightly higher density of 60.94 individuals per square kilometer. The decline in population density is a significant shift from the country's pre-war era, and it is expected to continue as fertility rates and population growth rates remain low. The trajectory of Bosnia and Herzegovina's population density will likely be influenced by future migration patterns and changes in fertility rates, which could potentially alter the country's demographic landscape.
Data & projection
| Year | Population Density | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 59.5 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 60.3 | - | - |
| 2025 | 60.3 | −1.9 | #144 |
| 2023 | 62.2 | −0.4 | #74 |
| 2022 | 62.6 | −0.8 | #75 |
| 2021 | 63.4 | −1.1 | #76 |
| 2020 | 64.4 | −0.9 | #76 |
| 2019 | 65.3 | −0.8 | #78 |
| 2018 | 66.2 | −0.8 | #80 |
| 2017 | 67.0 | −0.9 | #82 |
| 2016 | 67.8 | −0.9 | #84 |
| 2015 | 68.7 | −0.9 | #86 |
| 2014 | 69.6 | −0.9 | #88 |
| 2013 | 70.5 | −1.2 | #89 |
| 2012 | 71.7 | −1.4 | #91 |
| 2011 | 73.1 | −1.4 | #90 |
| 2010 | 74.4 | −1.3 | #94 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bosnia and Herzegovina matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw population density improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bosnia and Herzegovina's population density was 60.3 in 2025. Ranked 144th globally. This represents a 3.0% decrease from the previous year.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's population density peaked at 82.7 in 1992.
The lowest population density in Bosnia and Herzegovina was 60.3 in 2025.
Bosnia and Herzegovina ranks 144th globally in population density as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EN.POP.DNST. Data sourced from World Bank.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's population density is projected to reach 60.3 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The population density of Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2025 was 60.3. This ranks 144th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bosnia-and-herzegovina_population-density,
title = {Bosnia and Herzegovina Population Density},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bosnia-and-herzegovina/population-density/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}