Rank #86 by World Population
🇮🇸Iceland
Iceland has a population of 385,663, ranking #86 in the world. The capital is Reykjavik. Located in Europe & Central Asia.
World Bank: High income
385,663
Population
#86
World Rank
82.5
Life Expectancy
$82,139
GDP Per Capita
Iceland, #86 by world population
Iceland Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Iceland had a population of 175,574 in 1960 and 386,506 in 2024, a 2.2× growth over 64 years. The peak was 386,506 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.24%.
386,506
Population (2024)
175,574
Population (1960)
386,506
Peak (2024)
1.24%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 175,574 |
| 1961 | 179,029 |
| 1962 | 182,378 |
| 1963 | 185,653 |
| 1964 | 188,983 |
| 1965 | 192,286 |
| 1966 | 195,570 |
| 1967 | 198,751 |
| 1968 | 201,488 |
| 1969 | 203,369 |
| 1970 | 204,438 |
| 1971 | 206,098 |
| 1972 | 209,137 |
| 1973 | 212,317 |
| 1974 | 215,209 |
| 1975 | 217,979 |
| 1976 | 220,154 |
| 1977 | 221,799 |
| 1978 | 223,537 |
| 1979 | 225,735 |
| 1980 | 228,138 |
| 1981 | 230,755 |
| 1982 | 233,860 |
| 1983 | 236,977 |
| 1984 | 239,511 |
| 1985 | 241,405 |
| 1986 | 243,180 |
| 1987 | 245,859 |
| 1988 | 249,740 |
| 1989 | 252,852 |
| 1990 | 254,826 |
| 1991 | 257,797 |
| 1992 | 261,057 |
| 1993 | 263,725 |
| 1994 | 266,021 |
| 1995 | 267,468 |
| 1996 | 268,916 |
| 1997 | 271,128 |
| 1998 | 274,047 |
| 1999 | 277,381 |
| 2000 | 281,205 |
| 2001 | 284,968 |
| 2002 | 287,523 |
| 2003 | 289,521 |
| 2004 | 292,074 |
| 2005 | 296,734 |
| 2006 | 303,782 |
| 2007 | 311,566 |
| 2008 | 317,414 |
| 2009 | 318,499 |
| 2010 | 318,041 |
| 2011 | 319,014 |
| 2012 | 320,716 |
| 2013 | 323,764 |
| 2014 | 327,386 |
| 2015 | 330,815 |
| 2016 | 335,439 |
| 2017 | 343,400 |
| 2018 | 352,721 |
| 2019 | 360,563 |
| 2020 | 366,463 |
| 2021 | 372,520 |
| 2022 | 382,003 |
| 2023 | 385,663 |
| 2024 | 386,506 |
Demographics
| Population | 385,663 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.95% |
| Urban Population | 94.2% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.55 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 82.5 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 2.1 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$82,139
GDP Per Capita
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
26.8
Gini Index (inequality)
87.4%
Trade (% of GDP)
488,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
8.7%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
4.37
Physicians per 1,000
2.1
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
97.6%
Internet Users
117
Mobile Subs per 100
3.8
People per km2
4,630
Net Migration
Environment
0.5%
Forest Area
Iceland Climate
Iceland has an average annual temperature of 4.4°C (40°F) and receives about 962 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
4.4°C
Avg Temp
962
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 31° | 91 mm |
| February | 0° / 32° | 102 mm |
| March | 0° / 33° | 97 mm |
| April | 3° / 37° | 61 mm |
| May | 6° / 44° | 62 mm |
| June | 9° / 48° | 52 mm |
| July | 11° / 52° | 58 mm |
| August | 10° / 51° | 79 mm |
| September | 8° / 46° | 75 mm |
| October | 4° / 40° | 97 mm |
| November | 1° / 34° | 91 mm |
| December | 0° / 32° | 97 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 Iceland
The most comfortable months to visit Iceland are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 14°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). February is usually the wettest month.
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Iceland in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Iceland has a population of 385,663, ranking #86 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 0.95%.
Life expectancy in Iceland is 82.5 years. The infant mortality rate is 2.1 per 1,000 live births.
Iceland's GDP per capita is $82,139. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
94.2% of Iceland's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 3.8 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Iceland is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Iceland are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Iceland has an average annual temperature of 4.4°C and about 962 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically July and the coldest is January.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
With 385,663 residents, Iceland is a country in Europe & Central Asia. The population is growing slowly, about 1.0% annually.
Economically, Iceland is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $82,139. Life expectancy is high at 82.5 years, with a fertility rate of 1.6 births per woman, and 94.2% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.