Brunei Darussalam Urban Population
Urban population as % of total SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS
Brunei Darussalam's urban population was 74.90% in 2025, ranked 74th globally. This represents a 0.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Brunei Darussalam's urban population stood at 74.90% in 2025, a decline of +0.00% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 74.90% by 2025. Brunei Darussalam ranked 74th globally.
Brunei Darussalam’s urban population share has risen steadily over the 66‑year series, climbing from a low of 43.35 % in 1960 to 74.90 % in 2025, which places the nation 74th globally. The apex of this trajectory occurred in 2011 when the urban share reached 75.31 %, a level only marginally above the current figure. This pattern mirrors the high urbanisation rates of several peers, such as the European Union at 75.14 % and the Russian Federation at 75.20 %, suggesting that Brunei’s development path aligns with broader regional trends toward concentrated city living. The modest decline from the 2011 peak may reflect saturation of available urban space or a modest shift toward rural or peri‑urban settlement options. Continued investment in housing, transport infrastructure and diversified economic activities will be crucial to sustain the upward momentum, while any slowdown in these areas could temper future urban growth.
Data & projection
| Year | Urban Population | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 74.96% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 74.93% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 74.90% | - | - |
| 2025 | 74.90% | −0.00% | #74 |
| 2024 | 74.90% | +0.08% | #143 |
| 2023 | 74.82% | +0.04% | #145 |
| 2022 | 74.78% | +0.01% | #146 |
| 2021 | 74.77% | −0.01% | #148 |
| 2020 | 74.77% | −0.02% | #148 |
| 2019 | 74.79% | −0.02% | #148 |
| 2018 | 74.82% | −0.03% | #150 |
| 2017 | 74.85% | −0.03% | #150 |
| 2016 | 74.88% | −0.07% | #149 |
| 2015 | 74.95% | −0.11% | #149 |
| 2014 | 75.06% | −0.12% | #151 |
| 2013 | 75.18% | −0.10% | #153 |
| 2012 | 75.27% | −0.04% | #154 |
| 2011 | 75.31% | +0.06% | #155 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Brunei Darussalam matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2019. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw urban population improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Brunei Darussalam's urban population was 74.90% in 2025. Ranked 74th globally. This represents a 0.0% decrease from the previous year.
Brunei Darussalam's urban population peaked at 75.31% in 2011.
The lowest urban population in Brunei Darussalam was 43.35% in 1960.
Brunei Darussalam ranks 74th globally in urban population as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Brunei Darussalam's urban population is projected to reach 74.90% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The urban population of Brunei Darussalam in 2025 was 74.90%. This ranks 74th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_brunei-darussalam_urban-population,
title = {Brunei Darussalam Urban Population},
url = {https://historysaid.com/brunei-darussalam/urban-population/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}