Population Race: Which Countries Grew Fastest? 2026
Interactive race showing population for 15 countries. Data from World Bank.
Current Standings
As of 2025, India (1.5B), China (1.4B), and European Union (450.7M) lead in population. Congo, Democratic Republic of ranks lowest at 112.5M.
Biggest Movers Since 1960
| Country | Then | Now | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congo, Democratic Republic of | 15.3M | 112.5M | 7× |
| Pakistan | 45.7M | 255.6M | 6× |
| Nigeria | 45.1M | 237.3M | 5× |
| Egypt, Arab Republic of | 26.9M | 118.2M | 4× |
| Philippines | 27.9M | 116.8M | 4× |
| Mexico | 36.7M | 131.8M | 4× |
| Bangladesh | 51.8M | 175.2M | 3× |
| India | 436.0M | 1.5B | 3× |
| Indonesia | 88.3M | 285.5M | 3× |
| Brazil | 72.4M | 212.8M | 3× |
All Countries · 15
| # | Country | Population | Data Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | 1.5B | 1960-2025 |
| 2 | China | 1.4B | 1960-2025 |
| 3 | European Union | 450.7M | 1960-2025 |
| 4 | United States | 341.5M | 1960-2025 |
| 5 | Indonesia | 285.5M | 1960-2025 |
| 6 | Pakistan | 255.6M | 1960-2025 |
| 7 | Nigeria | 237.3M | 1960-2025 |
| 8 | Brazil | 212.8M | 1960-2025 |
| 9 | Bangladesh | 175.2M | 1960-2025 |
| 10 | Russian Federation | 143.0M | 1960-2025 |
| 11 | Mexico | 131.8M | 1960-2025 |
| 12 | Japan | 123.4M | 1960-2025 |
| 13 | Egypt, Arab Republic of | 118.2M | 1960-2025 |
| 14 | Philippines | 116.8M | 1960-2025 |
| 15 | Congo, Democratic Republic of | 112.5M | 1960-2025 |