Einar H. Dyvik
Research expert covering Nordics and global data for society, economy, and politics
Vietnam - Statistics & Facts
Vietnam is one of the most populous countries in the Asia Pacific region, with an estimated population of nearly 97 million inhabitants. Hanoi, the state鈥檚 capital, is among the most-populated cities in the country, with Ho Chi Minh City leading the field. Vietnam has a low urbanization rate, with many of its residents living in a rural areas and working in agriculture. Despite the growing trend shown in the population figures, Vietnam's fertility rate is among the lowest within the South East Asian states, amounting to around two children per woman.
