Top 5 Most Populous Countries in South America

South America is the southern part of the United States. It is one of the world’s most peaceful continents, with no armed conflict since the beginning of the 21st century. The continent is bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the west, the Atlantic Ocean to the east and north, and the Caribbean Sea to the northwest.

Look at the top 5 most populated countries in South America.

5. Venezuela

Population in 2022: 28,301,696 people

Venezuela is located in northern South America, and its population in 2022 is 28,301,696 people. According to World Bank estimates, the country’s population has begun to decline and has declined sharply since 2015, with the population growth rate falling from 1.1 in 2015 to -2.9 in 2019.

4. Peru

Population in 2022: 34,049,588 people

With a population of 34,049,588 people, Peru ranks 4th on the list of the 12 most populous countries in South America. This country in western South America is part of the Amazon rainforest and shares borders with Brazil, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Chile.

3. Argentina

Population in 2022: 46,234,830 people

Argentina occupies a significant portion of southern South America. By area, It is the second largest country in South America, and by population, It is the third largest country. The World Bank estimates that in 2022 there will be 46,234,830 people living there. By its area, it is also the 8th largest country in the world.

2. Colombia

Population in 2022: 51,874,024 people

Colombia is located in the northwest of South America, with approximately 1,600 kilometers of its northern coast facing the Caribbean Sea. Its 1,300 km long west coast borders the Pacific Ocean. According to World Bank estimates, Colombia’s population in 2022 is 51,874,024. This makes it her second largest country in South America after Brazil, despite the large population difference between the two countries.

1. Brazil

Population in 2022: 215,313,498 people

Brazil tops the list of the 12 most populous countries in South America with a population of 215,313,498 people in 2022. It is the largest country in South America by area and is located at the easternmost tip of the region. Brazil occupies more than half of South America’s land area and is also her fifth largest country in the world by area.