Denmark vs Central African Republic: What the Numbers Mean

Denmark has a population of 6,009,169 and is growing at 0.35% per year.Central African Republic has a population of 5,513,282 and is growing at 0.87% per year. The difference between them is 495,887 people, with Denmark in the lead.

Population is more than a headcount. Denmark has a density of 139 people per km² across 43,094 km², while Central African Republic has a density of 9 people per km² across 622,984 km². These figures shape how each country manages housing, infrastructure, and resources. For how these numbers are computed, see our Methodology page.