San Marino Urban Population
Urban population as % of total SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS
San Marino's urban population was 97.16% in 2025, ranked 14th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
San Marino's urban population stood at 97.16% in 2025, a rise of +0.01% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 97.16% by 2025. San Marino ranked 14th globally.
San Marino's urban population has experienced significant growth since the early 1960s, with the latest data from the World Bank indicating a rate of 97.16, ranking 14th globally. Notably, this represents the country's all-time peak, exceeding its initial urban population of 48.90 in 1960 by nearly 100%. This rapid expansion is comparable to that of its peer country, the Netherlands, which also boasts a high urban population rate of 96.01. In contrast, San Marino's urban population growth contrasts with that of Sint Maarten (Dutch part), which has reached an all-time high of 100.00. The data suggests that San Marino's urbanization trend has been consistent over the past 66 years, with no significant reversals. Looking ahead, a shift in government policies towards rural development or a significant change in the country's economic structure could potentially alter the trajectory of San Marino's urban population growth.
Data & projection
| Year | Urban Population | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 97.19% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 97.18% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 97.16% | - | - |
| 2025 | 97.16% | +0.01% | #14 |
| 2024 | 97.16% | +0.02% | #203 |
| 2023 | 97.13% | +0.02% | #203 |
| 2022 | 97.11% | +0.01% | #203 |
| 2021 | 97.10% | +0.00% | #203 |
| 2020 | 97.10% | +0.00% | #203 |
| 2019 | 97.10% | +0.00% | #203 |
| 2018 | 97.10% | +0.00% | #203 |
| 2017 | 97.10% | +0.00% | #203 |
| 2016 | 97.10% | +0.00% | #203 |
| 2015 | 97.10% | +0.00% | #203 |
| 2014 | 97.10% | +0.00% | #203 |
| 2013 | 97.10% | +0.00% | #203 |
| 2012 | 97.10% | +0.00% | #203 |
| 2011 | 97.10% | +0.03% | #203 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
San Marino matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw urban population improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
San Marino's urban population was 97.16% in 2025. Ranked 14th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from the previous year.
San Marino's urban population peaked at 97.16% in 2025.
The lowest urban population in San Marino was 48.90% in 1960.
San Marino ranks 14th globally in urban population as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
San Marino's urban population is projected to reach 97.16% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The urban population of San Marino in 2025 was 97.16%. This ranks 14th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_san-marino_urban-population,
title = {San Marino Urban Population},
url = {https://historysaid.com/san-marino/urban-population/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}