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Faroe Islands
52,166
Population nowvs
Iceland
379,401
Population nowAs of 2026, Faroe Islands has a population of about 52,166 while Iceland has about 379,401 — a difference of 327,235 people. Iceland is growing faster (0.9% per year).
| Faroe Islands | Metric | Iceland |
|---|---|---|
| 0.9% | Growth rate / yr | 0.9% |
| 17.0 | Birth rate / 1,000 | 17.0 |
| 8.0 | Death rate / 1,000 | 8.0 |
| 37.3 | Density / km² | 3.7 |
| 50.0% | Male % | 50.0% |
| 85.0% | Literacy % | 85.0% |
| 17.0% | Smoking % | 17.0% |
| 78.4 | Life expectancy | 79.4 |