Dubai population rises by 226,885 since start of 2026
Dubai: Dubai’s population has increased by 226,885 people since the start of 2026, reaching 4,807,185 by midday Monday, according to figures from the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment, part of Digital Dubai. The latest figure compares with 4,782,535 residents at the end of August and 4,580,300 at the end of 2025, indicating continued population growth across the emirate. Get updated faster…
Dubai's population has surged by 226,885 individuals since the beginning of 2026, bringing the total to 4,807,185 as of midday on Monday, according to the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment. This number surpasses the population count of 4,782,535 at the end of August and 4,580,300 at the end of 2025, showcasing ongoing population expansion in the emirate.
The Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment updates the population count using administrative records, smart systems, and real-time data. Individuals who reside in Dubai for at least six months or intend to stay for that duration are considered as ordinarily residents. The population data is continuously updated, with 2025 figures indicating that the 30 to 34 age group constitutes the largest demographic, making up 15.45 percent of the population.
In 2025, Dubai welcomed 62,800 new households, increasing the total to 858,000 from 795,200 in 2024, marking a 7.9 percent rise. Additionally, approximately 1.81 million people traveled into Dubai each day during daytime hours in 2025, demonstrating the substantial daily influx into the emirate. In 2025, men accounted for 68.5 percent of Dubai's population, totaling 3.13 million, while women represented 31.5 percent, or 1.44 million.
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