What is the Population of Netherlands?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Netherlands has a population of approximately 18,100,436 people, making it the 71st most populated country of the 196 countries covered on this site — around 0.23% of the world's population. With a land area of 41,865 km², the population density is roughly 432 people per km².
| Population | 18,100,436 |
|---|---|
| Population rank | 71st of 196 |
| Share of world population | 0.23% |
| Area | 41,865 km² |
| Population density | 432 / km² |
| Demonym | Dutch |
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Countries with a similar population
| Country | Population | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 18,100,436 | 71st |
| Romania | 19,036,031 | 68th |
| Senegal | 18,593,258 | 69th |
| Ecuador | 18,103,660 | 70th |
| Guatemala | 18,079,810 | 72nd |
| Cambodia | 17,577,760 | 73rd |
| Zimbabwe | 17,073,087 | 74th |
Netherlands compared with its neighbours
Netherlands in context
- Netherlands covers 41,865 km², making it the 131st largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 2 countries: Belgium, Germany.
- With 18,100,436 people, Netherlands holds about 9.5% of the population of Western Europe.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Netherlands is a member state of the United Nations.
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Population of Netherlands — FAQ
What is the population of Netherlands?
The population of Netherlands is approximately 18,100,436 (18.1 million) based on the latest available data.
What is the population of Netherlands in 2026?
The latest estimate in our dataset puts the population of Netherlands at approximately 18,100,436 people (an estimate, not a live count — national statistics offices publish the official figures). Netherlands is the 71st most populated country in our dataset.
How many people live in Netherlands?
Approximately 18,100,436 people live in Netherlands, making it the 71st most populated country out of 196 covered on this site.
How does Netherlands rank by population?
Netherlands is the 71st most populated of the 196 countries covered on this site, with a world population share of 0.23%.
What is the population density of Netherlands?
Netherlands has a population density of roughly 432 people per km², based on a land area of 41,865 km².
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