What is the Population of DR Congo?

The flag of the Democratic Republic of the Congo has a sky-blue field with a yellow-edged red diagonal band that extends from the lower hoist-side corner to the upper fly-side corner of the field. A large five-pointed yellow star is situated above the diagonal band on the upper hoist side of the field.
Population of DR Congo 112,832,000

Facts last checked 31 August 2026.

DR Congo has a population of approximately 112,832,000 people, making it the 13th most populated country of the 196 countries covered on this site — around 1.41% of the world's population. With a land area of 2,344,858 km², the population density is roughly 48 people per km².

Population112,832,000
Population rank13th of 196
Share of world population1.41%
Area2,344,858 km²
Population density48 / km²
DemonymCongolese

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Population of DR Congo — FAQ

What is the population of DR Congo?

The population of DR Congo is approximately 112,832,000 (112.8 million) based on the latest available data.

What is the population of DR Congo in 2026?

As of 2026, the estimated population of DR Congo is approximately 112,832,000 people. DR Congo is the 13th most populated country in our dataset.

How many people live in DR Congo?

Approximately 112,832,000 people live in DR Congo, making it the 13th most populated country out of 196 covered on this site.

How does DR Congo rank by population?

DR Congo is the 13th most populated of the 196 countries covered on this site, with a world population share of 1.41%.

What is the population density of DR Congo?

DR Congo has a population density of roughly 48 people per km², based on a land area of 2,344,858 km².

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