Population of Vatican

As of July 2026, the population of Vatican is 506. The number of inhabitants has increased by 7 in the last year, representing a growth of 1.00%. The median age of the population has decreased in recent years, rising from 60.6 years in 2016 to 56.2 years in 2026. Currently, life expectancy at birth is 83.4 years and population density is 1.2 thousand inhabitants per square kilometer.

Population Growth

The population growth rate of Vatican peaked in 2024, reaching around 1.82% annually, but has since declined to approximately 1.38% in 2026. The annual increase in the number of people has also decreased from a peak of around 9 in 2024 to nearly 7 in 2026.

Life Expectancy

In Vatican, life expectancy at birth has been increasing, with the indicator rising from 81.2 years in 2006 to 83.4 years in 2026, representing an increase of more than 2 years over the past 2 decades.