NOTES: (1) The Top 10 Most Populated Countries of the World Table was updated on March 3, 2020. (2) Detailed data for the individual countries may be found clicking on each country name. (3) Demographic (population) estimates for years 2000, 2020 and 2050 are based mainly on mid-year data from the US Census Bureau website and also from the United Nations Population Department . (4) The China population data is for the mainland only. (5) Data from the Internet World Stats website may be cited, always giving the due credit and establishing an active link back to the website Internet World Stats . (6) For definitions, website navigation help and methodology, see the Website Surfing Guide . Copyright © 2020, Miniwatts Marketing Group. All rights reserved worldwide.