Benin society & media statistics
Age structure, cities, languages for Benin: the key indicators with the latest year available, the world ranking and the world value.
Official languages: French. Largest city: Cotonou.
| Indicator | Benin | Year | World rank | World |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Children under 15 | 41.3% | 2025 | #15 of 236 | 24.4% |
| People aged 65 and over | 3.2% | 2025 | #204 of 236 | 10.4% |
| Urban population | 53.4% | 2025 | #144 of 211 | 57.8% |
Society & Media: world rankings · Benin population
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