Economic
Estonia's population growth hits rate not seen since 2011
Estonia's population grew by 1.2% last year, reaching 1.4 million, the fastest growth since 2011 and the highest level since 1997.
Estonia's population increased by 16,000 people in 2025, reaching 1.4 million, according to Statistics Estonia. This 1.2% annual growth marks the fastest population increase since 2011 and the peak population since 1997. Immigration contributed 19,700 people, while births outpaced deaths by 3,700. Most growth—15,500 people—was in Harju County, including Tallinn, pushing its population to 680,900. The growth reflects a broader economic recovery, with housing and transportation expansions like new apartments and a joint Tallinn–Harju public transport ticket boosting livability. However, some regional disparities persist, with rural areas lagging behind.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Date added
- 2026-03-22 22:14 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-22 22:14 UTC
- Source
- ERR News
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