Russian Federation Forest Area
Forest area as % of land area AG.LND.FRST.ZS
Russian Federation's forest area was 49.78% in 2025, ranked 51st globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1992–2025.
Overview
Russian Federation's forest area stood at 49.78% in 2025, a rise of +0.00% from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 49.78% by 2025. Russian Federation ranked 51st globally.
The Russian Federation's forest area has remained relatively stable over the past three decades, with a slight increase from 49.36 in 1992 to its current peak of 49.78 in 2025. This trend is notable given the global context, where the country ranks 51st among 193 nations. In comparison, São Tomé and Principe boasts a significantly larger forest area, standing at 50.83. Notably, Russia's forest area has not experienced significant fluctuations, unlike other nations, where changes in land use and management practices have led to notable shifts in forest coverage. The Russian Federation's consistent forest area can be attributed to the country's vast natural resources and relatively low rates of deforestation. However, factors such as climate change, urbanization, and increasing industrial activities may impact Russia's forest area in the future, potentially leading to a decline in forest coverage if not managed sustainably.
Data & projection
| Year | Forest Area | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 49.78% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 49.78% | - | - |
| 2025 | 49.78% | +0.00% | #51 |
| 2023 | 49.78% | +0.00% | #52 |
| 2022 | 49.78% | +0.00% | #53 |
| 2021 | 49.78% | +0.00% | #54 |
| 2020 | 49.78% | +0.00% | #54 |
| 2019 | 49.78% | +0.00% | #54 |
| 2018 | 49.78% | +0.00% | #54 |
| 2017 | 49.78% | +0.01% | #55 |
| 2016 | 49.77% | +0.01% | #55 |
| 2015 | 49.76% | −0.00% | #55 |
| 2014 | 49.76% | −0.00% | #55 |
| 2013 | 49.77% | −0.00% | #55 |
| 2012 | 49.77% | −0.00% | #55 |
| 2011 | 49.77% | −0.00% | #55 |
| 2010 | 49.77% | +0.04% | #55 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Russian Federation matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw forest area improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Russian Federation's forest area was 49.78% in 2025. Ranked 51st globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from the previous year.
Russian Federation's forest area peaked at 49.78% in 2025.
The lowest forest area in Russian Federation was 49.36% in 1992.
Russian Federation ranks 51st globally in forest area as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is AG.LND.FRST.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Russian Federation's forest area is projected to reach 49.78% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The forest area of Russian Federation in 2025 was 49.78%. This ranks 51st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_russian-federation_forest-area,
title = {Russian Federation Forest Area},
url = {https://historysaid.com/russian-federation/forest-area/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}