Lesotho vs Moldova: What the Numbers Mean

Lesotho has a population of 2,363,325 and is growing at 0.87% per year.Moldova has a population of 2,360,527 and is growing at 0.87% per year. The difference between them is 2,798 people, with Lesotho in the lead.

Population is more than a headcount. Lesotho has a density of 78 people per km² across 30,355 km², while Moldova has a density of 70 people per km² across 33,846 km². These figures shape how each country manages housing, infrastructure, and resources. For how these numbers are computed, see our Methodology page.