Solomon Islands Population Density
People per sq. km of land area EN.POP.DNST
Solomon Islands's population density was 29.8 in 2025, ranked 171st globally. This represents a 4.4% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1961–2025.
Overview
Solomon Islands's population density stood at 29.8 in 2025, a rise of +1.3 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 29.8 by 2025. Solomon Islands ranked 171st globally.
The Solomon Islands have experienced a significant increase in population density over the past 64 years, with the latest figure standing at 29.85 people per square kilometer as of 2025. This represents a substantial rise from the all-time low of 5.11 people per square kilometer recorded in 1961. The Solomon Islands' population density has surpassed that of Latvia, ranking it at the 171st position globally. The country's growth in population density has been steady, with no major fluctuations in recent years. In comparison, peer countries such as Eritrea and Zambia have similar population densities, while Somalia, Fed. Rep. has a slightly higher figure. The steady increase in population density is likely to continue, driven by the country's growing population and lack of significant changes in land area. Further urbanization and economic development may alter this trajectory, potentially leading to increased pressure on the country's resources and infrastructure.
Data & projection
| Year | Population Density | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 30.5 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 29.8 | - | - |
| 2025 | 29.8 | +1.3 | #171 |
| 2023 | 28.6 | +0.7 | #43 |
| 2022 | 27.9 | +0.7 | #43 |
| 2021 | 27.2 | +0.6 | #43 |
| 2020 | 26.6 | +0.6 | #44 |
| 2019 | 26.0 | +0.7 | #45 |
| 2018 | 25.3 | +0.8 | #44 |
| 2017 | 24.5 | +0.8 | #43 |
| 2016 | 23.7 | +0.8 | #41 |
| 2015 | 22.8 | +0.8 | #41 |
| 2014 | 22.0 | +0.8 | #41 |
| 2013 | 21.3 | +0.8 | #41 |
| 2012 | 20.5 | +0.7 | #41 |
| 2011 | 19.8 | +0.7 | #38 |
| 2010 | 19.0 | +0.5 | #37 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Solomon Islands matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw population density improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Solomon Islands's population density was 29.8 in 2025. Ranked 171st globally. This represents a 4.4% increase from the previous year.
Solomon Islands's population density peaked at 29.8 in 2025.
The lowest population density in Solomon Islands was 5.1 in 1961.
Solomon Islands ranks 171st globally in population density as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EN.POP.DNST. Data sourced from World Bank.
Solomon Islands's population density is projected to reach 29.8 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The population density of Solomon Islands in 2025 was 29.8. This ranks 171st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_solomon-islands_population-density,
title = {Solomon Islands Population Density},
url = {https://historysaid.com/solomon-islands/population-density/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}