Luxembourg, one of Europe’s smallest yet wealthiest nations, has experienced steady population growth over the last seven decades. In 1950, the country’s population was only 297,000, but strong immigration and economic expansion fueled rapid growth. By 2024, Luxembourg’s population reached 673,000, more than doubling since 1950. Future projections suggest that the population will peak around 801,000 in the 2060s, before experiencing a slight decline toward 748,000 by 2100.
Historical Population Growth (1950–2024)
Luxembourg’s population history can be divided into three distinct phases:
- 1950s–1970s (Slow Growth): From 297,000 in 1950 to 354,000 in 1975, growth was gradual, averaging less than 1% annually.
- 1980s–2000s (Accelerated Growth): Thanks to immigration and financial sector expansion, Luxembourg’s population grew from 364,000 in 1980 to 473,000 in 2006.
- 2010s–2020s (Rapid Expansion): The population surged past 600,000 in 2018, reaching 673,000 in 2024 — a historic high.
Future Population Projections for Luxembourg (2025–2100)
The United Nations projects Luxembourg’s population to continue rising in the short term before stabilizing:
- 2030: ~714,000
- 2050: ~791,000
- 2060–2063: Peak at ~801,000
- 2100: Slight decline to ~748,000
This trajectory reflects continued immigration but also an eventual balancing due to lower fertility rates and aging demographics.
FAQ
In 2024, Luxembourg’s population is estimated at 673,000.
Projections suggest Luxembourg’s population will peak at around 801,000 between 2060 and 2063.
Immigration driven by economic opportunities, especially in the finance and EU sectors, has fueled rapid growth.
Yes, after peaking in the 2060s, Luxembourg’s population is expected to gradually decline to 748,000 by 2100.
The population has more than doubled, rising from 297,000 in 1950 to 673,000 in 2024.
Source:
United Nations. World Population Prospects 2024.
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