World Population Ranking 2024
All 217 countries ranked by population. India leads at 1.45B, ahead of China and United States. World total: 8.14B.
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FAQ
What country has the highest population in 2024?
India has the highest population at 1.45B, followed by China and United States.
Can I download this ranking as Excel or CSV?
Yes — the complete ranking of all 217 countries is available as ready-to-use Excel and CSV files.
What is the total world population?
The world population is approximately 8.14B in 2024, according to the World Bank.
About. Population data for 2024 from the World Bank's World Development Indicators, 217 countries. Full dataset with historical figures available in the downloads above.