Rank #65 by World Population
🇫🇴Faroe Islands
Faroe Islands has a population of 54,414, ranking #65 in the world. The capital is Torshavn. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: High income
54,414
Population
#65
World Rank
83.0
Life Expectancy
$72,465
GDP Per Capita
Faroe Islands, #65 by world population
Faroe Islands Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Faroe Islands had a population of 34,127 in 1960 and 54,681 in 2024, a 60.2% growth over 64 years. The peak was 54,681 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.74%.
54,681
Population (2024)
34,127
Population (1960)
54,681
Peak (2024)
0.74%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 34,127 |
| 1961 | 34,557 |
| 1962 | 34,963 |
| 1963 | 35,391 |
| 1964 | 35,847 |
| 1965 | 36,347 |
| 1966 | 36,816 |
| 1967 | 37,202 |
| 1968 | 37,560 |
| 1969 | 37,907 |
| 1970 | 38,269 |
| 1971 | 38,703 |
| 1972 | 39,172 |
| 1973 | 39,636 |
| 1974 | 40,106 |
| 1975 | 40,568 |
| 1976 | 41,020 |
| 1977 | 41,468 |
| 1978 | 41,968 |
| 1979 | 42,521 |
| 1980 | 43,072 |
| 1981 | 43,626 |
| 1982 | 44,171 |
| 1983 | 44,670 |
| 1984 | 45,141 |
| 1985 | 45,707 |
| 1986 | 46,131 |
| 1987 | 46,701 |
| 1988 | 47,355 |
| 1989 | 47,958 |
| 1990 | 47,740 |
| 1991 | 47,447 |
| 1992 | 47,287 |
| 1993 | 46,474 |
| 1994 | 44,695 |
| 1995 | 43,611 |
| 1996 | 43,581 |
| 1997 | 44,132 |
| 1998 | 44,674 |
| 1999 | 45,146 |
| 2000 | 45,754 |
| 2001 | 46,635 |
| 2002 | 47,335 |
| 2003 | 48,032 |
| 2004 | 48,384 |
| 2005 | 48,359 |
| 2006 | 48,335 |
| 2007 | 48,378 |
| 2008 | 48,547 |
| 2009 | 48,791 |
| 2010 | 48,657 |
| 2011 | 48,543 |
| 2012 | 48,291 |
| 2013 | 48,246 |
| 2014 | 48,428 |
| 2015 | 48,899 |
| 2016 | 49,464 |
| 2017 | 50,180 |
| 2018 | 50,996 |
| 2019 | 51,792 |
| 2020 | 52,565 |
| 2021 | 53,296 |
| 2022 | 53,912 |
| 2023 | 54,414 |
| 2024 | 54,681 |
Demographics
| Population | 54,414 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.93% |
| Urban Population | 39.2% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.87 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 83.0 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | - |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$72,465
GDP Per Capita
-
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
113.3%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
111
Mobile Subs per 100
39.7
People per km2
599
Net Migration
Environment
0.1%
Forest Area
Faroe Islands Climate
Faroe Islands has an average annual temperature of 6.6°C (44°F) and receives about 2667 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is February. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
6.6°C
Avg Temp
2667
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Feb
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 39° | 293 mm |
| February | 4° / 38° | 235 mm |
| March | 4° / 39° | 268 mm |
| April | 5° / 41° | 183 mm |
| May | 7° / 44° | 141 mm |
| June | 9° / 48° | 118 mm |
| July | 10° / 51° | 120 mm |
| August | 11° / 51° | 154 mm |
| September | 9° / 49° | 250 mm |
| October | 7° / 45° | 298 mm |
| November | 5° / 41° | 311 mm |
| December | 4° / 40° | 296 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Faroe Islands
The most comfortable months to visit Faroe Islands are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 12°C high). The coldest is February (near 2°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Faroe Islands in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Faroe Islands has a population of 54,414, ranking #65 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 0.93%.
Life expectancy in Faroe Islands is 83.0 years.
Faroe Islands's GDP per capita is $72,465. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
39.2% of Faroe Islands's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 39.7 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Faroe Islands is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Faroe Islands are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Faroe Islands has an average annual temperature of 6.6°C and about 2667 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically August and the coldest is February.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
With 54,414 residents, Faroe Islands is a country in Europe & Central Asia. The population is growing slowly, about 0.9% annually.
Faroe Islands is a high-income economy, with GDP per capita of about $72,465. Life expectancy is high at 83.0 years, with a fertility rate of 1.9 births per woman, and 39.2% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.