Iceland Population 2024
Iceland is a Nordic island country in the North Atlantic Ocean. It’s the most sparsely populated country in Europe. According to the Statistics Office, a total of 387,800 people lived in Iceland at the end of the fourth quarter of 2022, 199,840 men, 187,840 women, and 130 transgender/other. The number of citizens increased by 2,570 during the quarter. 247,590 people lived in the capital area, while 140,210 lived in the countryside.
Estimated Population of Iceland in 2024 – 390 thousand
Iceland | 2023 Population |
Total Population | 387,800 |
Europe Rank | 39 |
Land Area | 100,250 sq. km (38,710 sq. mi) |
Area Rank | 16 |
Pop. Density | 9 people per sq. mi (3 people/sq. km) |
Urban Population | 94.4% |
Fertility Rate | 1.77 |
Infant mortality rate | 1 |
Median Age | 37.5 Years |
Life Expectancy | 83.52 years |
Capital City | Reykjavík |
Source: World Population Prospects
Religion in Iceland
In Iceland, religion reflects a diverse landscape with a predominant majority identifying as Christians, constituting 75.1% of the population. Among them, 63.5% align with the Church of Iceland, while 11.6% follow other Christian denominations. Surprisingly, a significant 21.5% of Icelanders claim no religious affiliation, highlighting a secular trend in the country.
A distinct aspect of Iceland’s religious tapestry is the presence of Ásatrúarfélagið, representing 1.3% of the population, showcasing a revival of interest in the ancient Norse pagan traditions. The remaining 2.1% fall into various other religious or spiritual affiliations, contributing to the nation’s rich and diverse religious mosaic.
Religion Percentage in Iceland
Religion | Percentage |
---|---|
Christianity | 75.1% |
└ Church of Iceland | 63.5% |
└ Other Christian | 11.6% |
No religion | 21.5% |
Ásatrúarfélagið | 1.3% |
Other | 2.1% |
Source: Wikipedia
Top Cities in Iceland by Population
# | City | Population |
1 | Reykjavík | 1,28,793 |
2 | Kópavogur | 36,975 |
3 | Hafnarfjörður | 29,799 |
4 | Reykjanesbær | 18,920 |
5 | Akureyri | 18,925 |
6 | Garðabær | 16,299 |
7 | Mosfellsbær | 11,463 |
8 | Árborg | 9,485 |
9 | Akranes | 7,411 |
10 | Fjarðabyggð | 5,070 |