Population of Bangladesh 2026
175٬039٬815
Population now (estimate)
147٬570
Area (km²)
1٬186
Density (per km²)
1%
Annual growth rate
175٬039٬815
people — live estimate
◷ computed from the 2026 figure and growth rate
The population of Bangladesh in 2026 is about 175,039,815 people, according to the latest United Nations estimates. It grows at an annual rate of about 1%.
Bangladesh covers about 147,570 km², with Dhaka as its capital, giving a population density of around 1,186 people per km².
Bangladesh is among the most populous countries in its region, with tens of millions of inhabitants. Its population grows at a moderate pace. It is also a highly dense area, with population concentrated in a limited space.