Faroe Islands Statistics

Population

56,002 people (2025)

Total GDP

-

GDP Per capita

-

Human Development Index (HDI)

-

About Faroe Islands

Faroe Islands has dramatic landscapes with grass-roof houses and 18 mountainous islands. The territory has ancient Viking heritage and maintains traditional whale hunting practices. Faroese culture emphasizes seafaring, community cooperation, and Nordic traditions.

The islands have oceanic climate with cool summers and mild winters despite northern latitude. Faroe Islands has autonomous status within Danish kingdom with own parliament. The territory has fishing-based economy and growing tourism sector.

Tórshavn is charming capital with Nordic wooden houses and harbor atmosphere. Faroe Islands has stunning cliffs, waterfalls, and bird colonies. The territory has Faroese and Danish as official languages with Norse influence.

Traditional Faroese culture includes chain dancing, storytelling, and sustainable fishing practices. The islands have Protestant Lutheran majority with strong community values. Faroese cuisine features fermented fish, seabird dishes, and traditional preservation methods.

The population is 53,090 with high living standards and cultural preservation. Faroe Islands offers Nordic beauty, traditional lifestyle, and sustainable island community in North Atlantic isolation.

Economic Indicators

GDP Historical Performance
Economic data not found

Demographic Distribution

Age Groups Distribution
10.2%
0-14
9.7%
7.2%
15-24
6.7%
13.0%
25-44
11.5%
12.6%
45-64
11.3%
8.6%
65+
9.2%
Male
Female
%51.6 (28.910)
%48.4 (27.091)

Population Data by Years

Year Total Population Annual Change Density People/KM2
2100 63.251 -0.24% 45.7
2090 64.480 -0.15% 46.6
2080 65.052 -0.01% 47
2070 64.745 +0.1% 46.7
2060 64.031 +0.12% 46.2
2050 63.035 +0.26% 45.5
2040 61.039 +0.38% 44.1
2030 58.206 +0.65% 42
2025 NOW 56.002 +1.09% 40.4
2020 52.587 +1.44% 38
2015 48.894 +0.83% 35.3
2010 48.169 -0.66% 34.8
2005 48.361 +0.72% 34.9
2000 45.663 +0.99% 33
1995 43.838 -0.75% 31.7
1990 47.497 -0.03% 34.3
1985 45.578 +0.97% 32.9
1980 43.072 +1.3% 31.1
1975 40.568 +1.15% 29.3
1970 38.269 +0.95% 27.6
1965 36.347 +1.39% 26.2
1960 34.127 +1.41% 24.6
1955 32.112 +0.14% 23.2
1950 31.664 - 22.9

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Largest Cities

All Cities
1 Tórshavn
23.311
2 Klaksvík
5.490
3 Runavík
4.409
4 Eystur
2.294
5 Vágar
2.218

Geographic Regions

Eysturoyar
12.607
Nordoya
6.447
Nordstreymoyar
3.995
Sandoyar
1.312
Suduroyar
4.554
Sudurstreymoyar
22.312
Vaga
3.458

Cities

Fugloy
49
Viðareiði
330
Hvannasund
428
Klaksvík
5.490
Kunoy
150
Fuglafjørður
1.625
Eystur
2.294
Nes
1.586
Runavík
4.409
Sjóvar
1.241
Eiði
783
Sunda
1.792
Tórshavn
23.311
Kvívík
620
Vestmanna
1.253
Vágar
2.218
Sørvágur
1.240
Skopun
479
Sandur
516
Skálavík
170
Húsavík
112
Skúvoy
34
Hvalba
637
Tvøroyri
1.734
Fámjin
74
Hov
106
Porkeri
325
Vágur
1.336
Sumba
342

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Data Sources

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