Muslim Population By Country

Last updated February 28, 2026
Muslims Across the World
The Islamic faith, one of the world's major religions, encompasses diverse cultures, histories, languages, and traditions around the globe. The Muslim community or 'Ummah’ is widely dispersed, adding a rich tapestry of diversity to nations across continents. The United States, for instance, holds a significant Muslim population that contributes significantly to the multi-cultural fabric of the nation.
According to recent estimates, the global Muslim population stands at approximately 1.8 billion as of 2022, representing about 24% of the world's total population.
Key findings from the data include:
- The country with the highest Muslim population is Indonesia, with an estimated 229.0 million Muslims, closely followed by Pakistan at approximately 200.4 million.
- Notably, India, a predominantly Hindu nation, has the third-largest Muslim population globally, numbering around 195.0 million.
- Despite being a relatively compact nation, Bangladesh hosts a vast Muslim community of approximately 153.7 million individuals, surpassing larger countries like Nigeria and Egypt.
- In the United States, the Muslim population is estimated to be around 3.5 million, a figure that speaks to the faith's global reach and cultural influence.
- In contrast, affluent nations like the United Arab Emirates and Qatar have Muslim populations of 4.6 million and 1.6 million respectively, highlighting the faith's presence in prosperous and developed countries.
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Top 10 Muslim Countries
The countries with the highest Muslim populations are Indonesia, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Egypt, Iran, Turkey, Algeria, and Sudan.
Indonesia tops the list as the country with the highest Muslim population globally, with a staggering number of 229.0M Muslims. Following closely, Pakistan is the country with the second highest Muslim population at 200.4M, with India trailing slightly behind at 195.0M.
Next on the list is Bangladesh, which boasts a Muslim population of 153.7M. Nigeria also has a sizeable Muslim community with 99.0M Muslims making up part of its population.
Egypt, Iran, and Turkey also contribute significantly to the global Muslim populace, with 87.5M, 82.5M, and 79.9M Muslims respectively.
Lastly, Algeria and Sudan complete the top-ten list with similarly notable Muslim populations of 41.2M and 39.6M.
10 Countries with the Highest Muslim Population:
- Indonesia - 229.0M
- Pakistan - 200.4M
- India - 195.0M
- Bangladesh - 153.7M
- Nigeria - 99.0M
- Egypt - 87.5M
- Iran - 82.5M
- Turkey - 79.9M
- Algeria - 41.2M
- Sudan - 39.6M
Sources & Notes
Total number of people who identify as Muslim or of Islamic faith.






