Lesotho Population 2026
Population Lesotho 2026 is 2 007 254 people. Lesotho ranks 148 in terms of population in the world - 0.026% of all inhabitants of the Earth. The capital of Lesotho is Maseru, the official currency is the Loti (LSL). Chislennost.com has used information from reliable sources. Find out the population of a country, city, district at Chislennost.com.
Population of Lesotho
2 007 254 people
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Data in March 2026
Population rank, Life expectancy, age and total area Lesotho |
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|---|---|
| Population | |
| Population rank Lesotho | 2 007 254 people |
| Male population | 49.2% |
| Female population | 50.8% |
| Life expectancy Lesotho | |
| Life expectancy Male | 51.5 |
| Life expectancy Female | 51.8 |
| Age | |
| Median age Lesotho | 21.3 age |
| <15 years | 33.5% |
| 15 - 65 years | 61.1% |
| >65 years | 5.4% |
| Total area | |
| Total area Lesotho | 30350 km2 (#138 in world) |
| Population density | 66.14 per km2 |
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FAQ
⚡ When was the population counted?
The population count in Lesotho was carried out in 2026.
⚡ What place does Lesotho occupy in terms of population on Earth?
Lesotho takes 148st place in the ranking of the population of countries on Earth.
⚡ Which city is the capital of Lesotho?
The capital of Lesotho is the city of Maseru with a population of 267 559 people.