What is the population of Lao People’s Democratic Republic?

The population of Lao People’s Democratic Republic is 7,647,000.

Where is Lao People’s Democratic Republic located?

Lao People’s Democratic Republic is located at latitude 18.0000000 and longitude 105.0000000.

What is the area of Lao People’s Democratic Republic?

The area of Lao People’s Democratic Republic is 236800 km².

What time zone is Lao People’s Democratic Republic in?

Lao People’s Democratic Republic is in the Asia/Vientiane time zone.

What is the official language of Lao People’s Democratic Republic?

The official language of Lao People’s Democratic Republic is Lao.

How has the population of Lao People’s Democratic Republic changed?

The population of Lao People’s Democratic Republic has increased from 2,119,731 (1960) to 7,647,000 (2026), a change of 260.8%.

Laos (Lao People’s Democratic Republic), LA

Laos: This landlocked country in Southeast Asia is known for its mountainous terrain, the Mekong River, and a rich Buddhist culture.

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Population 196,731

Quick Facts about Lao People’s Democratic Republic

Population	7,647,000
Country	Laos
Plate code	LAO
Area	236800 km²
Official name	la République démocratique populaire lao, ສາທາລະນະລັດ ປະຊາທິປະໄຕ ປະຊາຊົນລາວ
Continent	Asia
Easternmost point	Point(107.63506 15.31914)
Northernmost point	Point(101.77 22.5)
Latitude & Longitude	18.0000,105.0000
Legislative body	National Assembly
Official language	Lao
Capital	Vientiane
Establishment	January 01, 1949 (77 years ago)
Time Zone	UTC+07:00
Local time	04:45:32 (15th April 2026)

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Geography

Lao People’s Democratic Republic is located at 18°0'0"N 105°0'0"E (18.0000000, 105.0000000). It has 5 neighbors: Myanmar, Vietnam, Thailand, China and Cambodia.

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The largest city of Lao People’s Democratic Republic is Vientiane with a population of 196,731. Other cities include, Pakse population 88,332, Luang Prabang population 47,378 and Attapeu population 4,297. See all Lao People’s Democratic Republic cities & populated places.

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Lao People’s Democratic Republic has 5 neighbours.

Union of Burma Located in Southeast Asia, this nation boasts a population of over 51 million people and covers an area of approximately 676, 577 square kilometers.
Socialist Republic of Vietnam This Southeast Asian nation, situated on the eastern Indochinese Peninsula, is characterized by its long coastline and diverse landscapes.
Kingdom of Thailand Located in Southeast Asia, this constitutional monarchy is known for its tropical beaches, opulent royal palaces, ancient ruins, and ornate temples depicting figures of Buddha.
People’s Republic of China This East Asian country is the world's most populous, with a diverse landscape spanning deserts, mountains, and coastlines.
Kingdom of Cambodia Located in the southern part of the Indochinese Peninsula in Southeast Asia, this kingdom is known for its low-lying plains, the Mekong Delta, mountains, and the Thai coastline.

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Sainyabuli Province
Bolikhamsai Province
Vientiane Prefecture
Oudomxay Province
Luang Prabang Province
Xaisomboun
Sekong Province
Khammouane Province
Savannakhet Province
Xiangkhouang Province
Bokeo Province
Vientiane Province
Phongsaly Province
Champasak Province
Houaphanh Province
Luang Namtha Province
Salavan Province
Attapeu Province

Demographics

Year	Population	% Change	Method
1960	2,119,731	-	census
1961	2,169,035	2.27%	census
1962	2,219,669	2.28%	census
1963	2,271,735	2.29%	census
1964	2,325,343	2.31%	census
1965	2,380,603	2.32%	census
1966	2,436,999	2.31%	census
1967	2,494,491	2.3%	census
1968	2,554,162	2.34%	census
1969	2,617,482	2.42%	census
1970	2,685,174	2.52%	census
1971	2,758,694	2.67%	census
1972	2,836,932	2.76%	census
1973	2,915,019	2.68%	census
1974	2,986,320	2.39%	census
1975	3,046,549	1.98%	census
1976	3,093,537	1.52%	census
1977	3,130,003	1.17%	census
1978	3,162,568	1.03%	census
1979	3,200,598	1.19%	census
1980	3,250,924	1.55%	census
1981	3,315,725	1.95%	census
1982	3,393,250	2.28%	census
1983	3,481,583	2.54%	census
1984	3,577,281	2.68%	census
1985	3,677,692	2.73%	census
1986	3,782,195	2.76%	census
1987	3,891,340	2.8%	census
1988	4,004,881	2.84%	census
1989	4,122,737	2.86%	census
1990	4,244,520	2.87%	census
1991	4,369,940	2.87%	census
1992	4,497,827	2.84%	census
1993	4,625,861	2.77%	census
1994	4,751,142	2.64%	census
1995	4,871,472	2.47%	census
1996	4,986,592	2.31%	census
1997	5,096,724	2.16%	census
1998	5,200,898	2%	census
1999	5,298,146	1.84%	census
2000	5,388,281	1.67%	census
2001	5,470,169	1.5%	census
2002	5,545,245	1.35%	census
2003	5,619,069	1.31%	census
2004	5,699,112	1.4%	census
2005	5,790,646	1.58%	census
2006	5,895,930	1.79%	census
2007	6,013,278	1.95%	census
2008	6,139,127	2.05%	census
2009	6,267,968	2.06%	census
2010	6,395,713	2%	census
2011	6,521,314	1.93%	census
2012	6,645,827	1.87%	census
2013	6,769,727	1.83%	census
2014	6,639,756	-1.96%	(Worldbank)
2015	6,741,164	1.5%	(Worldbank)
2016	6,845,846	1.53%	(Worldbank)
2017	6,858,160	0.18%	census
2018	7,061,507	2.88%	(Worldbank)
2019	7,169,455	1.51%	(Worldbank)
2026	7,647,000	6.24%

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