Population of Falkland Islands

As of May 2025, the population of Falkland Islands is 3.8 thousand. The number of inhabitants has increased by 10 in the last year, representing a growth of 0.37%. The median age of the population has increased in recent years, rising from 38.2 years in 2015 to 41.2 years in 2025. Currently, life expectancy at birth is 79.8 years and population density is 0.3 inhabitants per square kilometer.

Population Growth

The population growth rate of Falkland Islands peaked in 1992, reaching around 3.75% annually, but has since declined to approximately 0.26% in 2025. The annual increase in the number of people has also decreased from a peak of around 122 in 2016 to nearly 10 in 2025.

Life Expectancy

In Falkland Islands, life expectancy at birth has been increasing, with the indicator rising from 75.3 years in 2005 to 79.8 years in 2025, representing an increase of more than 4 years over the past 2 decades.