Vatican City
- Capital:
- Vatican City
- Continent:
- Europe
- Region(s):
- Southern Europe
- Largest Cities:
- Vatican City
- Abbreviation:
- VAT
506
As of Jan 1, 2026 - Source
506
As of Jan 1, 2026 - Source
Vatican City's population is projected to be 1,342 by 2097.
Historical
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| Year ↓ | Population | Change | Pop. Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 506 | -0.51% | 237 |
| 2025 | 501 | -1.04% | 237 |
| 2020 | 528 | -1.49% | 237 |
| 2019 | 536 | -1.65% | 237 |
| 2018 | 545 | -1.8% | 237 |
| 2017 | 555 | -1.42% | 237 |
| 2015 | 572 | -1.63% | 237 |
| 2010 | 621 | -1.18% | 237 |
| 2005 | 659 | -0.94% | 237 |
| 2000 | 691 | -0.4% | 237 |
| Year ↑ | Population | Change | Pop. Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 506 | -0.51% | 237 |
| 2032 | 523 | 0.11% | 237 |
| 2037 | 539 | 0.6% | 237 |
| 2042 | 617 | 2.74% | 237 |
| 2047 | 672 | 1.72% | 237 |
| 2052 | 739 | 1.92% | 237 |
| 2057 | 810 | 1.85% | 237 |
| 2062 | 883 | 1.74% | 237 |
| 2067 | 952 | 1.52% | 237 |
| 2072 | 1,040 | 1.78% | 237 |
As of 2026, Vatican City has a total population of 506, ranking as the 237th most populous nation in the world.
Vatican City represents < 0.01% of the total global population and < 0.01% of Europe's population.
Currently, 91.11% of the population resides in urban areas.
*Rates last updated: June 16, 2026