Population of Netherlands 2026
18٬001٬295
Population now (estimate)
41٬850
Area (km²)
430
Density (per km²)
0.3%
Annual growth rate
18٬001٬295
people — live estimate
◷ computed from the 2026 figure and growth rate
The population of Netherlands in 2026 is about 18,001,295 people, according to the latest United Nations estimates. It grows at an annual rate of about 0.3%.
Netherlands covers about 41,850 km², with Amsterdam as its capital, giving a population density of around 430 people per km².
Netherlands holds a medium position in terms of population size. Population growth is slow and stable, similar to low-fertility countries. It is also a highly dense area, with population concentrated in a limited space.