NLD · Europe & Central Asia /
Total Population
17.99 million
(2024)
Life Expectancy
82.0 years
Median Age
42.6 years
Population Growth
Demographic Indicators
| Indicator | Value | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,993,485 persons | 2024 |
| Population Growth (%) | 0.65 percent | 2024 |
| Population Density | 531.0 people per sq. km | 2023 |
| Birth Rate | 9.20 per 1,000 people | 2024 |
| Death Rate | 9.60 per 1,000 people | 2024 |
| Fertility Rate | 1.43 births per woman | 2024 |
| Life Expectancy | 82.0 years | 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.6 years | 2025 |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 3.4 per 1,000 live births | 2024 |
| Urban Population (%) | 95.6 percent | 2024 |
Languages
Dutch
Official
Religions
None
Major
54.1%
Roman Catholic
20.1%
Protestant
14.8%
Other
5.9%
Muslim
5.0%