Top 10 countries that will have the highest population in 2100

Global population grew from 2.5 billion in 1950 to 8 billion in 2022, projected to reach 10.4 billion by 2100.

India surpassed China as the world’s most populous country in 2023. By 2100, India’s population will reach 1.53 billion, while China’s will shrink to 771 million.

 India and China

Nigeria, with an estimated population of 546 million, is the third most populous country. Africa leads global population growth.

 Nigeria

Nigeria, with an estimated population of 546 million, is the third most populous country. Africa leads global population growth.

 Pakistan

As of November 2024, the DRC's population is 110 million, projected to reach 431 million by 2100.

 Congo

As of July 2024, the U.S. has 336 million people, expected to reach 394 million by 2100.

 USA

Indonesia, with 284 million people, will grow to 297 million by 2100. Ethiopia's population, currently 133 million, will rise to 323 million.

  Ethiopia and Indonesia

Tanzania’s population is projected to grow from 61.7 million to 244 million by 2100, becoming Africa's 4th most populous country.

 Tanzania

Egypt’s population is projected to reach 225 million by 2100, a 120% increase.

 Egypt