Paraguay vs Nicaragua: What the Numbers Mean

Paraguay has a population of 7,013,078 and is growing at 0.87% per year.Nicaragua has a population of 7,007,502 and is growing at 0.87% per year. The difference between them is 5,576 people, with Paraguay in the lead.

Population is more than a headcount. Paraguay has a density of 17 people per km² across 406,752 km², while Nicaragua has a density of 54 people per km² across 130,373 km². These figures shape how each country manages housing, infrastructure, and resources. For how these numbers are computed, see our Methodology page.