Immigrants Account for Nearly 20% of Iceland’s Population
Nearly 20% of Iceland’s population were immigrants at the beginning of 2025, according to new figures published by Statistics Iceland . Data released by the organisation shows that 77,226 immigrants were living in Iceland on January 1, accounting for 19.6% of the population. What's the Story? 77,226 immigrants living in Iceland on 1 January 2025; 19.6% of the population Polish nationals largest immigrant group at 23,055 people; Ukrainians and Lithuanians next most numerous 1,
As of early 2025, immigrants constitute 19.6% of Iceland's total population, with 77,226 individuals residing in the country. This figure represents a continued increase from previous years, significantly higher than the 7.4% recorded in 2012. Polish nationals form the largest immigrant demographic, numbering 23,055 people, followed by Ukrainian and Lithuanian residents. The distribution of immigrants is uneven across Iceland, with South Iceland having the highest concentration at 34% and the Northwest region the lowest at 11.8%. Additionally, 2024 saw a record number of individuals, 1,085, granted Icelandic citizenship.
This demographic shift highlights Iceland's evolving social and economic landscape, influenced by international migration and integration.
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