Maldives vs Cape Verde: What the Numbers Mean

Maldives has a population of 529,676 and is growing at 0.87% per year.Cape Verde has a population of 527,326 and is growing at 0.87% per year. The difference between them is 2,350 people, with Maldives in the lead.

Population is more than a headcount. Maldives has a density of 1766 people per km² across 300 km², while Cape Verde has a density of 131 people per km² across 4,033 km². These figures shape how each country manages housing, infrastructure, and resources. For how these numbers are computed, see our Methodology page.