Burkina Faso Population Density
People per sq. km of land area EN.POP.DNST
Burkina Faso's population density was 87.9 in 2025, ranked 113th globally. This represents a 4.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1961–2025.
Overview
Burkina Faso's population density stood at 87.9 in 2025, a rise of +3.8 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 87.9 by 2025. Burkina Faso ranked 113th globally.
Burkina Faso's population density has shown significant growth over the past six decades, increasing from a low of 17.72 people per square kilometer in 1961 to a peak of 87.93 in 2025. This steady rise places the country at the 113th position globally in terms of population density. A comparison with peer countries reveals that Burkina Faso's density is closely rivaled by Brunei Darussalam, which boasts a slightly higher density of 88.70 people per square kilometer. The rapid increase in population density is likely a result of Burkina Faso's growing urbanization and expansion of agricultural areas, which have driven an influx of people to rural and urban areas. This trend is expected to continue, potentially leading to increased competition for resources and strain on infrastructure, unless measures are taken to address these challenges and manage the country's growth sustainably.
Data & projection
| Year | Population Density | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 89.8 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 87.9 | - | - |
| 2025 | 87.9 | +3.8 | #113 |
| 2023 | 84.2 | +1.9 | #98 |
| 2022 | 82.3 | +1.9 | #96 |
| 2021 | 80.4 | +1.9 | #93 |
| 2020 | 78.5 | +1.9 | #93 |
| 2019 | 76.6 | +1.9 | #92 |
| 2018 | 74.7 | +2.0 | #90 |
| 2017 | 72.7 | +2.0 | #89 |
| 2016 | 70.7 | +2.0 | #87 |
| 2015 | 68.6 | +2.0 | #85 |
| 2014 | 66.6 | +2.0 | #84 |
| 2013 | 64.7 | +1.9 | #81 |
| 2012 | 62.8 | +1.9 | #81 |
| 2011 | 60.9 | +1.8 | #78 |
| 2010 | 59.1 | +1.7 | #78 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Burkina Faso matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2008. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw population density improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Burkina Faso's population density was 87.9 in 2025. Ranked 113th globally. This represents a 4.5% increase from the previous year.
Burkina Faso's population density peaked at 87.9 in 2025.
The lowest population density in Burkina Faso was 17.7 in 1961.
Burkina Faso ranks 113th globally in population density as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EN.POP.DNST. Data sourced from World Bank.
Burkina Faso's population density is projected to reach 87.9 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The population density of Burkina Faso in 2025 was 87.9. This ranks 113th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_burkina-faso_population-density,
title = {Burkina Faso Population Density},
url = {https://historysaid.com/burkina-faso/population-density/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}