Greenland vs Faroe Islands: What the Numbers Mean

Greenland has a population of 56,831 and is growing at 0.87% per year.Faroe Islands has a population of 54,900 and is growing at 0.87% per year. The difference between them is 1,931 people, with Greenland in the lead.

Population is more than a headcount. Greenland has a density of 0 people per km² across 2,166,086 km², while Faroe Islands has a density of 39 people per km² across 1,393 km². These figures shape how each country manages housing, infrastructure, and resources. For how these numbers are computed, see our Methodology page.