What is the Population of Argentina?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Argentina has a population of approximately 46,735,004 people, making it the 33rd most populated country of the 196 countries covered on this site — around 0.58% of the world's population. With a land area of 2,780,400 km², the population density is roughly 17 people per km².
| Population | 46,735,004 |
|---|---|
| Population rank | 33rd of 196 |
| Share of world population | 0.58% |
| Area | 2,780,400 km² |
| Population density | 17 / km² |
| Demonym | Argentine |
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Countries with a similar population
| Country | Population | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Argentina | 46,735,004 | 33rd |
| South Korea | 51,159,889 | 30th |
| Spain | 49,315,949 | 31st |
| Algeria | 47,400,000 | 32nd |
| Iraq | 46,118,793 | 34th |
| Uganda | 45,905,417 | 35th |
| Afghanistan | 43,844,000 | 36th |
Argentina compared with its neighbours
| Country | Population | Area (km²) |
|---|---|---|
| Bolivia | 11,365,333 | 1,098,581 |
| Brazil | 213,421,037 | 8,515,767 |
| Chile | 20,206,953 | 756,102 |
| Paraguay | 6,109,644 | 406,752 |
| Uruguay | 3,499,451 | 181,034 |
Argentina in context
- Argentina covers 2,780,400 km², making it the 8th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 5 countries: Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay.
- With 46,735,004 people, Argentina holds about 10.7% of the population of South America.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Argentina is a member state of the United Nations.
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Population of Argentina — FAQ
What is the population of Argentina?
The population of Argentina is approximately 46,735,004 (46.7 million) based on the latest available data.
What is the population of Argentina in 2026?
The latest estimate in our dataset puts the population of Argentina at approximately 46,735,004 people (an estimate, not a live count — national statistics offices publish the official figures). Argentina is the 33rd most populated country in our dataset.
How many people live in Argentina?
Approximately 46,735,004 people live in Argentina, making it the 33rd most populated country out of 196 covered on this site.
How does Argentina rank by population?
Argentina is the 33rd most populated of the 196 countries covered on this site, with a world population share of 0.58%.
What is the population density of Argentina?
Argentina has a population density of roughly 17 people per km², based on a land area of 2,780,400 km².
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