Urban Population: Myanmar

Analysis# Myanmar Urban Population Myanmar's urban population reached 30.45% in 2024, marking the nation's all-time peak. This figure represents substantial growth from the 1960 low of 18.995%, reflecting a 60.3% increase over six decades. The country remains predominantly rural, with nearly 70% of its population living outside urban centers, yet urbanization has accelerated meaningfully over the past decade. The 2015-2024 period demonstrates consistent annual growth, with Myanmar's urban share climbing from 29.717% to 30.45%. Each year added approximately 0.07-0.08 percentage points, indicating steady migration toward cities despite political instability. The trajectory suggests urbanization will likely continue as Myanmar's economy develops, though the pace of growth appears to be stabilizing around 0.1 percentage points annually.