Congo, Republic of Urban Population
Urban population as % of total SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS
Congo, Republic of's urban population was 63.88% in 2025, ranked 110th globally. This represents a 0.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Congo, Republic of's urban population stood at 63.88% in 2025, a decline of +0.01% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 63.88% by 2025. Congo, Republic of ranked 110th globally.
The Republic of Congo’s urban population has risen steadily from 36.72 percent of the total population in 1960 to 63.88 percent in 2025, placing the country 110th globally. The all‑time peak of 63.89 percent was recorded in 2024, indicating that the 2025 figure essentially matches the highest level reached to date. This upward trajectory mirrors the experience of peers such as Nigeria, whose urban share stands at 63.78 percent, and South Africa at 63.72 percent, suggesting a regional pattern of accelerating urbanisation. Over the 66‑year coverage period, the increase of more than 27 percentage points reflects both natural population growth and rural‑to‑urban migration driven by economic restructuring and infrastructure development. If the current pace of urban expansion continues, the Republic of Congo is likely to surpass the 64 percent threshold within the next few years, although a slowdown could occur if rural development policies or demographic shifts alter migration incentives.
Data & projection
| Year | Urban Population | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 64.01% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 63.94% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 63.88% | - | - |
| 2025 | 63.88% | −0.01% | #110 |
| 2024 | 63.89% | +0.22% | #108 |
| 2023 | 63.66% | +0.02% | #108 |
| 2022 | 63.64% | +0.02% | #110 |
| 2021 | 63.62% | +0.04% | #110 |
| 2020 | 63.58% | +0.06% | #112 |
| 2019 | 63.52% | +0.07% | #112 |
| 2018 | 63.44% | +0.09% | #112 |
| 2017 | 63.35% | +0.10% | #113 |
| 2016 | 63.25% | +0.12% | #112 |
| 2015 | 63.14% | +0.13% | #111 |
| 2014 | 63.01% | +0.14% | #112 |
| 2013 | 62.87% | +0.15% | #112 |
| 2012 | 62.72% | +0.16% | #112 |
| 2011 | 62.56% | +0.17% | #113 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Congo, Republic of matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2011. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw urban population improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Congo, Republic of's urban population was 63.88% in 2025. Ranked 110th globally. This represents a 0.0% decrease from the previous year.
Congo, Republic of's urban population peaked at 63.89% in 2024.
The lowest urban population in Congo, Republic of was 36.72% in 1960.
Congo, Republic of ranks 110th globally in urban population as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Congo, Republic of's urban population is projected to reach 63.88% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The urban population of Congo, Republic of in 2025 was 63.88%. This ranks 110th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_congo-republic-of_urban-population,
title = {Congo, Republic of Urban Population},
url = {https://historysaid.com/congo-republic-of/urban-population/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}