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Median age of the population (2026)

237/237 countries
Global31.63yearsYear-over-year+0.90%5-year change+4.58%
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Rankings at a glance

Top 10 · Median age of the population (2026)

The Holy See is projected to top the global rankings for median age of the population, recording 56.21 years in 2026, followed by Monaco (53.11 years) and Saint Helena (50.97 years). Japan (50.18 years) and Martinique (50.17 years) complete the top 5. San Marino (49.06 years) and Italy (48.61 years) follow close behind. Hong Kong (47.95 years), Saint Pierre and Miquelon (47.61 years), and Guadeloupe (47.43 years) round out the top ten. Four of the top ten are in Europe, with three from Southern Europe. Among these countries, the Holy See is projected to see the largest year-over-year change at -2.0%.

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Frequently asked questions

Which country has the lowest median age?
The Central African Republic is projected to have the lowest median age at 14.63 years in 2026, according to UN Population Division (2024).
Which country has the highest median age?
The Holy See is projected to have the highest median age at 56.21 years in 2026, according to UN Population Division (2024).
What is the global median age?
Weighted by population, the global median age is projected to be 31.63 years in 2026, according to UN Population Division (2024).

Source: UN Population Division (2024) · Updated