Global Population in Urban Agglomerations of More Than 1 Million by Country

As of 2024, urban populations in agglomerations of over 1 million are reaching new highs globally, with China leading significantly at a population exceeding 441 million, marking a 2.6% increase from 2023. India follows with a remarkable growth rate of 2.53%, while Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of the Congo exhibit rapid urbanization with growth rates of 3.62% and 4.34%, respectively. Meanwhile, Japan observes a slight demographic decline. Over the past five years, trends highlight increasing urban migration propelled by accelerating economies in Asia and Africa, posing both challenges and opportunities for governments and urban planners worldwide.

Future trends to monitor include:

  • The potential impact of increasing urbanization on infrastructure, especially in rapidly growing economies.
  • Environmental pressures from large-scale urban development.
  • Technological advancements that might facilitate smarter city planning and sustainability efforts.
  • The influence of international migration patterns on urban population dynamics.

Top countries in Population in Urban Agglomerations of More Than 1 Million by Country

# 10 Countries Units (Persons) Last Year YoY 5-years CAGR
1 1 China 441,510,000 2023 +2.43% +2.6% View data
2 2 India 236,570,000 2023 +2.43% +2.53% View data
3 3 United States 157,850,000 2023 +0.85% +0.85% View data
4 4 Brazil 92,664,000 2023 +1.01% +1.07% View data
5 5 Japan 81,306,000 2023 -0.14% -0.11% View data
6 6 Mexico 54,769,000 2023 +1.3% +1.29% View data
7 7 Pakistan 48,645,000 2023 +2.59% +2.69% View data
8 8 Indonesia 39,580,000 2023 +1.99% +2.01% View data
9 9 Nigeria 38,637,000 2023 +3.57% +3.62% View data
10 10 Russia 34,212,000 2023 +0.35% +0.42% View data

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