Estonia Urban Population
Urban population as % of total SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS
Estonia's urban population was 71.02% in 2025, ranked 87th globally. This represents a 0.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Estonia's urban population stood at 71.02% in 2025, a rise of +0.33% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 71.02% by 2025. Estonia ranked 87th globally.
Estonia's urban population has exhibited a relatively stable trajectory over the past 66 years, with a slight uptick in recent years. As of 2025, the country's urban population stands at 71.02%, ranking 87th globally. This figure is comparable to other countries like Paraguay, which boasts a similar urbanization rate of 71.11%. Estonia's urban population has not strayed far from its all-time peak of 71.43% in 1989, a year that saw widespread economic liberalization in the country. Conversely, the 1960 trough of 57.59% marked a period of relative stagnation in the country's urban development. Given its stable trajectory, Estonia's urban population is likely to continue its steady growth, albeit at a slow pace. However, significant investments in rural areas and infrastructure could potentially alter this trajectory, leading to a more even distribution of population across the country.
Data & projection
| Year | Urban Population | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 71.45% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 71.24% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 71.02% | - | - |
| 2025 | 71.02% | +0.33% | #87 |
| 2024 | 70.70% | +0.02% | #132 |
| 2023 | 70.68% | +0.19% | #133 |
| 2022 | 70.49% | +0.31% | #133 |
| 2021 | 70.18% | +0.30% | #132 |
| 2020 | 69.88% | +0.30% | #132 |
| 2019 | 69.58% | +0.30% | #131 |
| 2018 | 69.28% | +0.29% | #129 |
| 2017 | 68.99% | +0.27% | #129 |
| 2016 | 68.72% | +0.24% | #130 |
| 2015 | 68.48% | +0.21% | #131 |
| 2014 | 68.27% | +0.17% | #132 |
| 2013 | 68.09% | +0.13% | #133 |
| 2012 | 67.96% | +0.09% | #134 |
| 2011 | 67.88% | +0.07% | #134 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Estonia 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
Estonia's urban population was 71.02% in 2025. Ranked 87th globally. This represents a 0.5% increase from the previous year.
Estonia's urban population peaked at 71.43% in 1989.
The lowest urban population in Estonia was 57.59% in 1960.
Estonia ranks 87th globally in urban population as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Estonia's urban population is projected to reach 71.02% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The urban population of Estonia in 2025 was 71.02%. This ranks 87th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_estonia_urban-population,
title = {Estonia Urban Population},
url = {https://historysaid.com/estonia/urban-population/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}