Portugal Urban Population
Urban population as % of total SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS
Portugal's urban population was 61.34% in 2025, ranked 124th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Portugal's urban population stood at 61.34% in 2025, a rise of +0.01% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 61.34% by 2025. Portugal ranked 124th globally.
Portugal's urban population has experienced significant growth, with the proportion of inhabitants residing in urban areas rising from 30.84% in 1960 to 61.34% in 2025, marking an all-time peak. This represents a 100% increase in urbanization over the 66-year period, a rate that outpaces many of its peer countries. For instance, Mauritania, which ranks closest to Portugal in terms of urban population proportion, has a slightly higher rate of 61.52% in 2025. Portugal's rapid urbanization is likely driven by economic development and government policies that encourage urbanization. The country's urban population has been steadily increasing since the 1960s, with some fluctuations. However, recent trends suggest that urbanization rates may be slowing down, driven by factors such as urban poverty and unaffordability. If Portugal continues to experience economic growth and urban development, it is likely that the urban population proportion will stabilize or even decline in the coming years, as urban dwellers opt for more sustainable and affordable living arrangements.
Data & projection
| Year | Urban Population | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 61.45% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 61.39% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 61.34% | - | - |
| 2025 | 61.34% | +0.01% | #124 |
| 2024 | 61.33% | +0.12% | #95 |
| 2023 | 61.20% | +0.08% | #96 |
| 2022 | 61.13% | +0.03% | #97 |
| 2021 | 61.10% | −0.01% | #99 |
| 2020 | 61.10% | −0.01% | #99 |
| 2019 | 61.11% | −0.01% | #101 |
| 2018 | 61.12% | −0.01% | #103 |
| 2017 | 61.13% | −0.00% | #104 |
| 2016 | 61.13% | −0.00% | #105 |
| 2015 | 61.14% | −0.00% | #105 |
| 2014 | 61.14% | −0.00% | #107 |
| 2013 | 61.14% | −0.00% | #107 |
| 2012 | 61.14% | −0.00% | #108 |
| 2011 | 61.14% | +0.06% | #110 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Portugal matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw urban population improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Portugal's urban population was 61.34% in 2025. Ranked 124th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from the previous year.
Portugal's urban population peaked at 61.34% in 2025.
The lowest urban population in Portugal was 30.84% in 1960.
Portugal ranks 124th globally in urban population as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Portugal's urban population is projected to reach 61.34% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The urban population of Portugal in 2025 was 61.34%. This ranks 124th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_portugal_urban-population,
title = {Portugal Urban Population},
url = {https://historysaid.com/portugal/urban-population/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}