Papua New Guinea vs South Sudan: What the Numbers Mean

Papua New Guinea has a population of 10,762,817 and is growing at 1.95% per year.South Sudan has a population of 11,000,000 and is growing at 1.98% per year. The difference between them is 237,183 people, with South Sudan in the lead.

Population is more than a headcount. Papua New Guinea has a density of 23 people per km² across 462,840 km², while South Sudan has a density of 18 people per km² across 619,745 km². These figures shape how each country manages housing, infrastructure, and resources. For how these numbers are computed, see our Methodology page.