Indonesia Urban Population
Urban population as % of total SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS
Indonesia's urban population was 59.36% in 2025, ranked 130th globally. This represents a 1.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Indonesia's urban population stood at 59.36% in 2025, a rise of +0.61% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 59.36% by 2025. Indonesia ranked 130th globally.
Indonesia's urban population has experienced significant growth over the past six and a half decades, with the latest figure standing at 59.36 percent of the total population, ranking it 130th globally. The country's urbanization rate accelerated dramatically from 14.61 percent in 1960, marking the trough of Indonesia's urban population, to its current peak. Notably, Indonesia's trajectory mirrors that of Jamaica, another country with a similar ranking, which also experienced a substantial increase in its urban population, from 12.51 percent in 1960 to its current figure of 59.37 percent. The rapid urbanization of Indonesia is likely driven by the country's growing economy and increasing migration from rural areas. As Indonesia continues to urbanize, its urban population is expected to remain a significant driver of economic growth and development, particularly if the country can effectively manage the challenges associated with rapid urbanization, such as infrastructure development and social services provision.
Data & projection
| Year | Urban Population | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 60.60% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 59.98% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 59.36% | - | - |
| 2025 | 59.36% | +0.61% | #130 |
| 2024 | 58.75% | +0.63% | #86 |
| 2023 | 58.12% | +0.62% | #84 |
| 2022 | 57.49% | +0.62% | #84 |
| 2021 | 56.88% | +0.60% | #84 |
| 2020 | 56.28% | +0.54% | #83 |
| 2019 | 55.74% | +0.64% | #83 |
| 2018 | 55.10% | +0.64% | #83 |
| 2017 | 54.45% | +0.64% | #84 |
| 2016 | 53.81% | +0.64% | #84 |
| 2015 | 53.17% | +0.67% | #80 |
| 2014 | 52.50% | +0.67% | #81 |
| 2013 | 51.83% | +0.67% | #79 |
| 2012 | 51.16% | +0.68% | #78 |
| 2011 | 50.48% | +0.63% | #78 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Indonesia 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
Indonesia's urban population was 59.36% in 2025. Ranked 130th globally. This represents a 1.0% increase from the previous year.
Indonesia's urban population peaked at 59.36% in 2025.
The lowest urban population in Indonesia was 14.61% in 1960.
Indonesia ranks 130th globally in urban population as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Indonesia's urban population is projected to reach 59.36% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The urban population of Indonesia in 2025 was 59.36%. This ranks 130th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_indonesia_urban-population,
title = {Indonesia Urban Population},
url = {https://historysaid.com/indonesia/urban-population/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}