Montenegro

The population of Montenegro is approximately 623.5K (2024).

The capital of Montenegro is Podgorica.

Montenegro's GDP per capita is $14.1K (2024).

Life expectancy in Montenegro is 77.89 years (2024).

Montenegro covers 13,812 km² (5,333 sq mi).

Montenegro is sparsely populated, averaging 45 people per km², below the global average of 60.

Montenegro's population is roughly stable, changing by less than 0.1% per year.

Yes — based on GDP per capita, Montenegro falls in the high GDP-per-person tier at $14.1K. Official World Bank income groups use Atlas-method GNI per capita, so this is a GDP-based comparison rather than an official income-group label.

Montenegro reports a very low intentional homicide rate of 0.8 per 100,000 people — among the safest in the world by this measure.

The official language of Montenegro is Montenegrin.

Montenegro uses the euro (€) as its sole official currency.

The best months to visit Montenegro are May, June, September, October, based on climate data for the capital.

The latest estimates show the population of Montenegro is approximately 624,000 people. This figure ranks the nation 168th globally and 8th within the Southeast Europe subregion. The population has shown a slight annual decline of 0.0006%, with approximately 65.5% of residents living in urban centers like the capital, Podgorica.

Recent projections indicate that Montenegro has a GDP per capita of 14,116 USD. This economic indicator ranks the country 92nd globally and 40th out of 46 nations within the European region. The economy has recently experienced a steady annual growth rate of approximately 3.2% driven by services and energy.

Approximately 88.9% of the population in Montenegro are internet users, according to the latest figures. This level of digital penetration ranks the country 69th globally. The high connectivity rate supports the nation’s modernizing economy and facilitates widespread access to digital services and communication across its diverse terrain.

Montenegro maintains a high adult literacy rate of 98.5%, which ranks 38th globally out of 170 countries. This reflects a strong national emphasis on education and a well-established school system. The government continues to prioritize educational development as part of its broader strategy for integration into European institutions.

Montenegro covers a total area of 13,812 km² (5,333 sq mi), featuring a diverse landscape from the Adriatic coast to the high peaks of the Dinaric Alps. The highest point is Zia Kolata at 2,534 m (8,314 ft). It shares borders with Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, and Serbia.

Montenegro holds a global population rank of 168 of 215 countries and is 38 of 47 in Europe. In the subregion of Southeast Europe, it ranks 8 of 8, making it the least populous country in the Balkans. This ranking reflects its status as a small, mountainous Mediterranean nation.

The estimated 2026 population density is 46.4 people per km² (120 per sq mi), ranking the country 156th globally and 37th in Europe. Density varies significantly between the rugged, sparsely populated northern mountains and the more densely inhabited central plains and southern coastal regions.

The population of Montenegro is currently experiencing a very slight decline, with an annual growth rate of -0.0006%. This stagnation is caused by a fertility rate below replacement levels and consistent emigration of the younger workforce. Current estimates suggest the population will remain near its current level for the foreseeable future.

The latest official data shows a fertility rate of 1.8 births per woman in Montenegro. Although this is higher than in many other European countries, it remains below the replacement rate of 2.1. This trend contributes to the long-term aging of the national population.

Recent estimates show that 65.5% of the population lives in urban areas, ranking Montenegro 105th globally for urbanization. Most urban residents are concentrated in the capital city of Podgorica and along the 293.5 km (182.4 mi) coastline, where tourism and commerce are most active.