What is the Population of Lesotho?
Lesotho has a population of approximately 2,116,427 people, making it the 146th most populated country of the 196 countries covered on this site — around 0.03% of the world's population. With a land area of 30,355 km², the population density is roughly 70 people per km².
| Population | 2,116,427 |
|---|---|
| Population rank | 146th of 196 |
| Share of world population | 0.03% |
| Area | 30,355 km² |
| Population density | 70 / km² |
| Demonym | Mosotho |
Population of Lesotho — FAQ
What is the population of Lesotho?
The population of Lesotho is approximately 2,116,427 (2.1 million).
How does Lesotho rank by population?
Lesotho is the 146th most populated of the 196 countries covered on this site.
What is the population density of Lesotho?
Lesotho has a population density of roughly 70 people per km².
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