What is the Population of Denmark?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Denmark has a population of approximately 6,011,488 people, making it the 115th most populated country of the 196 countries covered on this site — around 0.08% of the world's population. With a land area of 43,094 km², the population density is roughly 139 people per km².
| Population | 6,011,488 |
|---|---|
| Population rank | 115th of 196 |
| Share of world population | 0.08% |
| Area | 43,094 km² |
| Population density | 139 / km² |
| Demonym | Danish |
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Countries with a similar population
| Country | Population | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | 6,011,488 | 115th |
| Singapore | 6,110,200 | 112th |
| Paraguay | 6,109,644 | 113th |
| El Salvador | 6,029,976 | 114th |
| Finland | 5,650,325 | 116th |
| Norway | 5,606,944 | 117th |
| Lebanon | 5,490,000 | 118th |
Denmark compared with its neighbours
| Country | Population | Area (km²) |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | 83,491,249 | 357,114 |
Denmark in context
- Denmark covers 43,094 km², making it the 130th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 1 country: Germany.
- With 6,011,488 people, Denmark holds about 5.5% of the population of Northern Europe.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Denmark is a member state of the United Nations.
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Population of Denmark — FAQ
What is the population of Denmark?
The population of Denmark is approximately 6,011,488 (6 million) based on the latest available data.
What is the population of Denmark in 2026?
The latest estimate in our dataset puts the population of Denmark at approximately 6,011,488 people (an estimate, not a live count — national statistics offices publish the official figures). Denmark is the 115th most populated country in our dataset.
How many people live in Denmark?
Approximately 6,011,488 people live in Denmark, making it the 115th most populated country out of 196 covered on this site.
How does Denmark rank by population?
Denmark is the 115th most populated of the 196 countries covered on this site, with a world population share of 0.08%.
What is the population density of Denmark?
Denmark has a population density of roughly 139 people per km², based on a land area of 43,094 km².
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