Population of Vatican

As of May 2026, the population of Vatican is 536.2. The number of inhabitants has increased by 2 in the last year, representing a growth of 0.94%. The median age of the population has decreased in recent years, rising from 56.7 years in 2016 to 54.8 years in 2026. Currently, life expectancy at birth is 84.6 years and population density is 1.2 thousand inhabitants per square kilometer.

Population Growth

The population growth rate of Vatican peaked in 2023, reaching around 1.74% annually, but has since declined to approximately 0.37% in 2026. The annual increase in the number of people has also decreased from a peak of around 9 in 2023 to nearly 2 in 2026.

Life Expectancy

In Vatican, life expectancy at birth has been increasing, with the indicator rising from 81.2 years in 2006 to 84.6 years in 2026, representing an increase of more than 3 years over the past 2 decades.