Rank #76 by World Population
🇬🇱Greenland
Greenland has a population of 56,865, ranking #76 in the world. The capital is Nuuk. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: High income
56,865
Population
#76
World Rank
71.0
Life Expectancy
$58,499
GDP Per Capita
Greenland, #76 by world population
Greenland Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Greenland had a population of 32,500 in 1960 and 56,836 in 2024, a 74.9% growth over 64 years. The peak was 56,935 in 2005. Average annual growth rate: 0.89%.
56,836
Population (2024)
32,500
Population (1960)
56,935
Peak (2005)
0.89%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 32,500 |
| 1961 | 33,700 |
| 1962 | 35,000 |
| 1963 | 36,400 |
| 1964 | 37,600 |
| 1965 | 39,200 |
| 1966 | 40,500 |
| 1967 | 41,900 |
| 1968 | 43,400 |
| 1969 | 44,900 |
| 1970 | 46,400 |
| 1971 | 47,200 |
| 1972 | 48,300 |
| 1973 | 49,000 |
| 1974 | 49,500 |
| 1975 | 49,600 |
| 1976 | 49,700 |
| 1977 | 49,400 |
| 1978 | 49,200 |
| 1979 | 49,600 |
| 1980 | 50,200 |
| 1981 | 51,000 |
| 1982 | 51,500 |
| 1983 | 52,100 |
| 1984 | 52,700 |
| 1985 | 53,200 |
| 1986 | 53,500 |
| 1987 | 54,100 |
| 1988 | 54,800 |
| 1989 | 55,300 |
| 1990 | 55,600 |
| 1991 | 55,500 |
| 1992 | 55,300 |
| 1993 | 55,200 |
| 1994 | 55,500 |
| 1995 | 55,800 |
| 1996 | 55,900 |
| 1997 | 56,000 |
| 1998 | 56,100 |
| 1999 | 56,100 |
| 2000 | 56,185 |
| 2001 | 56,379 |
| 2002 | 56,595 |
| 2003 | 56,751 |
| 2004 | 56,898 |
| 2005 | 56,935 |
| 2006 | 56,775 |
| 2007 | 56,555 |
| 2008 | 56,328 |
| 2009 | 56,323 |
| 2010 | 56,534 |
| 2011 | 56,890 |
| 2012 | 56,810 |
| 2013 | 56,483 |
| 2014 | 56,295 |
| 2015 | 56,114 |
| 2016 | 56,186 |
| 2017 | 56,172 |
| 2018 | 56,023 |
| 2019 | 56,225 |
| 2020 | 56,367 |
| 2021 | 56,653 |
| 2022 | 56,661 |
| 2023 | 56,865 |
| 2024 | 56,836 |
Demographics
| Population | 56,865 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.36% |
| Urban Population | 88.1% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.77 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 71.0 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | - |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$58,499
GDP Per Capita
-
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
91.9%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
119
Mobile Subs per 100
0.1
People per km2
-318
Net Migration
Environment
0.0%
Forest Area
Greenland Climate
Greenland has an average annual temperature of -1°C (30°F) and receives about 618 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is February. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
-1°C
Avg Temp
618
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Feb
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -8° / 17° | 45 mm |
| February | -8° / 17° | 38 mm |
| March | -8° / 18° | 41 mm |
| April | -3° / 26° | 40 mm |
| May | 1° / 34° | 42 mm |
| June | 5° / 40° | 49 mm |
| July | 7° / 45° | 61 mm |
| August | 7° / 45° | 75 mm |
| September | 4° / 40° | 70 mm |
| October | 0° / 32° | 57 mm |
| November | -3° / 26° | 56 mm |
| December | -6° / 22° | 44 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 Greenland
The most comfortable months to visit Greenland are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 10°C high). The coldest is February (near -11°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Greenland in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Greenland has a population of 56,865, ranking #76 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 0.36%.
Life expectancy in Greenland is 71.0 years.
Greenland's GDP per capita is $58,499. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
88.1% of Greenland's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 0.1 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Greenland is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Greenland are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Greenland has an average annual temperature of -1°C and about 618 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically July 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.
Greenland is a country in Europe & Central Asia with a population of 56,865. Population growth is modest, around 0.4% a year.
Economically, Greenland is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $58,499. Life expectancy is 71.0 years, with a fertility rate of 1.8 births per woman, and 88.1% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.