Belgium Population
11.9M▲ +0.1M
Dec 2025 · Annual
Belgium's total population rose to 11.94 million in 2025, up from 11.86 million in 2024. The figure marks a new all-time high for the series, which dates back to 1960. The lowest recorded population was 9.15 million in 1960. The population has increased steadily over the period.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11.9M | 11.9M | 11.9MDec 2025 | 9.2MDec 1960 | 1960 – 2025 | Annual |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age Dependency Ratio | 57.9% | 57.6% | 58.8% | 48.2% | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| Working-Age Population | 7.6M | 7.5M | 7.6M | 5.9M | Dec 2025 | Annual |
About this series
Population in Belgium averaged 10.8M from 1960 until 2025, reaching an all-time high of 11.9M in Dec 2025 and a record low of 9.2M in Dec 1960. The series is reported yearly with history from 1960.
Total population counts all residents of Belgium, regardless of legal status or citizenship. The data is reported annually in millions. The series spans from 1960 to the present, providing a long-term view of demographic change.
Source & methodology
We use primary economic sources for every country. See our methodology page for how we source and verify this data.
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