Population Data
Daytime and Residential Population Worldwide
Daytime and Residential Population Worldwide
Daytime and Residential Population Worldwide
See how many people live in any area and how many are there during the day, on fine grids worldwide, with trends over time for both.
See how many people live in any area and how many are there during the day, on fine grids worldwide, with trends over time for both.
Population data
The Strongest Demographic Datasets Available
The Strongest Demographic Datasets Available
Residential population counts where people live. Daytime population estimates where they are during the day: at work, at school, out shopping. A restaurant or gym benefits from daytime estimates, while home services and delivery prioritize residential. Population Explorer shows both for any area you draw, so you can better predict the success of your territory.
See where people spend the day
Daytime population comes from LandScan, built by Oak Ridge National Laboratory. It models everyone present in an area across the day, not just the people who sleep there. Business districts, hospital campuses and retail corridors fill up; suburbs empty out.
Daytime heat map: switch it on to spot busy areas at a glance, before you draw anything.
Daytime differential: daytime population divided by residential. Above 1.0, an area fills up during the day; below 1.0, it empties out.
Example: a territory in São Luís, Brazil, holds 509,585 people during the day against 298,952 residents, 70% more.
Daytime population
See where people spend the day
Daytime population comes from LandScan, built by Oak Ridge National Laboratory. It models everyone present in an area across the day, not just the people who sleep there. Business districts, hospital campuses and retail corridors fill up; suburbs empty out.
Daytime heat map: switch it on to spot busy areas at a glance, before you draw anything.
Daytime differential: daytime population divided by residential. Above 1.0, an area fills up during the day; below 1.0, it empties out.
Example: a territory in São Luís, Brazil, holds 509,585 people during the day against 298,952 residents, 70% more.
Daytime population
See where people spend the day
Daytime population comes from LandScan, built by Oak Ridge National Laboratory. It models everyone present in an area across the day, not just the people who sleep there. Business districts, hospital campuses and retail corridors fill up; suburbs empty out.
Daytime heat map: switch it on to spot busy areas at a glance, before you draw anything.
Daytime differential: daytime population divided by residential. Above 1.0, an area fills up during the day; below 1.0, it empties out.
Example: a territory in São Luís, Brazil, holds 509,585 people during the day against 298,952 residents, 70% more.
Daytime population
Residential counts on a 100 m grid
Residential population comes from WorldPop Global 2, produced by the University of Southampton, on a 100 m grid. It only places people where buildings and settlements exist, so a territory's count reflects the streets inside it rather than an average spread across empty land - a common shortfall in census-based toolsets. WorldPop also breaks residential population down by age and sex.
100 m cells: fine enough to show clusters that a 1 km grid hides.
Settlement-constrained: no population assigned to fields, forests or water.
Example: Ardea, near Rome, has 69,779 residents but 52,336 people during the day, 25% fewer. For a home-services brand, that's a market where customers are at home.
→ LandScan vs census vs WorldPop: which predicts retail success?
Residential population
Residential counts on a 100 m grid
Residential population comes from WorldPop Global 2, produced by the University of Southampton, on a 100 m grid. It only places people where buildings and settlements exist, so a territory's count reflects the streets inside it rather than an average spread across empty land - a common shortfall in census-based toolsets. WorldPop also breaks residential population down by age and sex.
100 m cells: fine enough to show clusters that a 1 km grid hides.
Settlement-constrained: no population assigned to fields, forests or water.
Example: Ardea, near Rome, has 69,779 residents but 52,336 people during the day, 25% fewer. For a home-services brand, that's a market where customers are at home.
→ LandScan vs census vs WorldPop: which predicts retail success?
Residential population
Residential counts on a 100 m grid
Residential population comes from WorldPop Global 2, produced by the University of Southampton, on a 100 m grid. It only places people where buildings and settlements exist, so a territory's count reflects the streets inside it rather than an average spread across empty land - a common shortfall in census-based toolsets. WorldPop also breaks residential population down by age and sex.
100 m cells: fine enough to show clusters that a 1 km grid hides.
Settlement-constrained: no population assigned to fields, forests or water.
Example: Ardea, near Rome, has 69,779 residents but 52,336 people during the day, 25% fewer. For a home-services brand, that's a market where customers are at home.
→ LandScan vs census vs WorldPop: which predicts retail success?
Residential population
Trends over time, for both
Compare years to see whether an area is growing or shrinking. LandScan daytime population runs from 2016, and WorldPop residential estimates cover 2015 to 2030, including projections. Results show growth, density and size beside the totals, so you can compare trends across your whole portfolio.
Growth leaders and decliners: see which territories gained or lost people, as in our rankings of U.S. ZIP codes, UK postcode districts and 55 U.S. metros.
Fair comparisons: use one source and one year across every territory you compare. How to choose a data vintage
Planning ahead: WorldPop projections to 2030 show where residential growth is heading, not just where it's been.
Trends
Trends over time, for both
Compare years to see whether an area is growing or shrinking. LandScan daytime population runs from 2016, and WorldPop residential estimates cover 2015 to 2030, including projections. Results show growth, density and size beside the totals, so you can compare trends across your whole portfolio.
Growth leaders and decliners: see which territories gained or lost people, as in our rankings of U.S. ZIP codes, UK postcode districts and 55 U.S. metros.
Fair comparisons: use one source and one year across every territory you compare. How to choose a data vintage
Planning ahead: WorldPop projections to 2030 show where residential growth is heading, not just where it's been.
Trends
Trends over time, for both
Compare years to see whether an area is growing or shrinking. LandScan daytime population runs from 2016, and WorldPop residential estimates cover 2015 to 2030, including projections. Results show growth, density and size beside the totals, so you can compare trends across your whole portfolio.
Growth leaders and decliners: see which territories gained or lost people, as in our rankings of U.S. ZIP codes, UK postcode districts and 55 U.S. metros.
Fair comparisons: use one source and one year across every territory you compare. How to choose a data vintage
Planning ahead: WorldPop projections to 2030 show where residential growth is heading, not just where it's been.
Trends
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We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
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PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
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Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
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Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
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Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
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