Lesotho society & media statistics
Age structure, cities, languages for Lesotho: the key indicators with the latest year available, the world ranking and the world value.
Official languages: English, Sotho. Largest city: Maseru.
| Indicator | Lesotho | Year | World rank | World |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Children under 15 | 34.1% | 2025 | #55 of 236 | 24.4% |
| People aged 65 and over | 3.9% | 2025 | #187 of 236 | 10.4% |
| Urban population | 44.7% | 2025 | #157 of 211 | 57.8% |
Society & Media: world rankings · Lesotho population
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