What is the Population of South Sudan?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
South Sudan has a population of approximately 15,786,898 people, making it the 75th most populated country of the 196 countries covered on this site — around 0.20% of the world's population. With a land area of 619,745 km², the population density is roughly 25 people per km².
| Population | 15,786,898 |
|---|---|
| Population rank | 75th of 196 |
| Share of world population | 0.20% |
| Area | 619,745 km² |
| Population density | 25 / km² |
| Demonym | South Sudanese |
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Countries with a similar population
| Country | Population | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | 15,786,898 | 75th |
| Guatemala | 18,079,810 | 72nd |
| Cambodia | 17,577,760 | 73rd |
| Zimbabwe | 17,073,087 | 74th |
| Guinea | 14,363,931 | 76th |
| Rwanda | 14,104,969 | 77th |
| Benin | 13,224,860 | 78th |
South Sudan compared with its neighbours
| Country | Population | Area (km²) |
|---|---|---|
| Central African Republic | 6,470,307 | 622,984 |
| DR Congo | 112,832,000 | 2,344,858 |
| Ethiopia | 111,652,998 | 1,104,300 |
| Kenya | 53,330,978 | 580,367 |
| Sudan | 51,662,000 | 1,886,068 |
| Uganda | 45,905,417 | 241,550 |
South Sudan in context
- South Sudan covers 619,745 km², making it the 43rd largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 6 countries: Central African Republic, DR Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Sudan, Uganda.
- South Sudan is landlocked, with no direct coastline.
- With 15,786,898 people, South Sudan holds about 6.8% of the population of Middle Africa.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Sunday.
- South Sudan is a member state of the United Nations.
Population of South Sudan — FAQ
What is the population of South Sudan?
The population of South Sudan is approximately 15,786,898 (15.8 million) based on the latest available data.
What is the population of South Sudan in 2026?
The latest estimate in our dataset puts the population of South Sudan at approximately 15,786,898 people (an estimate, not a live count — national statistics offices publish the official figures). South Sudan is the 75th most populated country in our dataset.
How many people live in South Sudan?
Approximately 15,786,898 people live in South Sudan, making it the 75th most populated country out of 196 covered on this site.
How does South Sudan rank by population?
South Sudan is the 75th most populated of the 196 countries covered on this site, with a world population share of 0.20%.
What is the population density of South Sudan?
South Sudan has a population density of roughly 25 people per km², based on a land area of 619,745 km².
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