Mauritius vs Eswatini: What the Numbers Mean

Mauritius has a population of 1,243,741 and is growing at 0.87% per year.Eswatini has a population of 1,256,174 and is growing at 0.87% per year. The difference between them is 12,433 people, with Eswatini in the lead.

Population is more than a headcount. Mauritius has a density of 610 people per km² across 2,040 km², while Eswatini has a density of 72 people per km² across 17,364 km². These figures shape how each country manages housing, infrastructure, and resources. For how these numbers are computed, see our Methodology page.