Vatican City Statistics
Population
Total GDP
GDP Per capita
Human Development Index (HDI)
About Vatican City
Vatican City is world's smallest sovereign state with only 0.17 square miles. The nation has Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo's frescoes and papal elections. Vatican Museums contain world's greatest art collection spanning centuries.
The country has unique absolute monarchy with Pope as sovereign ruler. Vatican City has Latin as official language alongside Italian. The nation issues own euros and stamps highly valued by collectors.
St. Peter's Basilica is largest church in world with Bernini's magnificent architecture. Vatican has Mediterranean climate within Rome's boundaries. The nation maintains diplomatic relations with 183 countries globally.
Traditional culture centers on Catholic faith, art conservation, and religious ceremonies. The country has Swiss Guard providing colorful ceremonial protection. Vatican cuisine follows Italian traditions with papal dining customs.
The population is 825 with citizenship by appointment only. Vatican City offers unparalleled art, spiritual significance, and unique sovereignty making it essential pilgrimage destination.
Geographic Distribution
Economic Indicators
Demographic Distribution
Population Data by Years
| Year | Total Population | Annual Change | Density People/KM2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2100 | 1.361 | +0.44% | 3093.2 |
| 2090 | 1.278 | +0.95% | 2905.7 |
| 2080 | 1.141 | +0.88% | 2594.3 |
| 2070 | 996 | +1.94% | 2263.6 |
| 2060 | 850 | +2.16% | 1930.7 |
| 2050 | 714 | +2% | 1621.6 |
| 2040 | 587 | +3.53% | 1333 |
| 2030 | 528 | -0.38% | 1198.9 |
| 2025 NOW | 501 | +1.01% | 1139.8 |
| 2020 | 528 | -1.49% | 1200 |
| 2015 | 572 | -1.72% | 1300 |
| 2010 | 621 | -1.27% | 1410.2 |
| 2005 | 659 | -0.3% | 1497.7 |
| 2000 | 691 | -0.72% | 1570.5 |
| 1995 | 705 | -0.84% | 1601.1 |
| 1990 | 726 | -0.14% | 1648.9 |
| 1985 | 732 | -0.41% | 1662.5 |
| 1980 | 743 | +0.13% | 1688.6 |
| 1975 | 733 | +0% | 1665.9 |
| 1970 | 745 | -1.06% | 1692 |
| 1965 | 887 | -3.8% | 2015.9 |
| 1960 | 918 | -0.22% | 2086.4 |
| 1955 | 911 | +0.66% | 2070.5 |
| 1950 | 880 | - | 2000 |
