According to the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre (FCSC), the UAE population recorded 11.3 million with a 5.7 percent growth rate. Moreover, the demographic highlights the country’s rapid development and sustained economic opportunities that attract residents from around the world.
Key UAE Population Insights
The FCSC report highlighted that men accounted for 64% (7.23 million) of the population of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). In contrast, women represented 36% (4.05 million) of the population. In addition, the country added 615,687 residents last year as compared to 2023.
Between 2000 and now, the population has more than tripled, from 3.17 million to 11.3 million. However, it might be surprising to learn that the number of females is growing nearly 3.5 times faster than men. So, this significant demographic expansion showcases the strong infrastructure, diversified economy, and inclusive policies as the reasons for this growth.
Abu Dhabi Growth in 2024
Abu Dhabi’s SCAD reported a 7.5% increase in permanent residents during 2024. Hence, the population of the city has touched 4.14 million compared to 2023. However, the rise of Abu Dhabi is directly linked to its non-oil GDP and the vision of the emirate for long-term sustainable development.
Dubai Crosses 4 Million Residents
According to Digital Dubai’s Population Clock, the population of this city has officially crossed 4 million on the 8th of September, 2025. In addition, it has touched a number of 4,006,656 residents. Moreover, the growth of the emirate has been remarkable because it has increased 317% since 2000.
The Dubai population has steadily increased because it crossed a million in 2002, 2 million in 2011, 3 million in 2018, and now over 4 million in less than seven years. However, 170000 new residents were added in 2024, which marked a 4.6% increase despite global challenges.
Daily commuters have also contributed to the dynamic population of Dubai because the daytime population exceeded 5 million in 2024 in Dubai.
Dubai Urban Master Plan 2040
Launched in 2021, the Dubai Urban Master Plan 2040 is driving this growth. Moreover, this campaign has the following goals:
- Expand economic and recreational areas by 150%
- Increase public beaches by 400%
- Dedicate 60% of the land to nature reserves
- Double green spaces and improved tourism capacity by 134%
Experts predict that the resident population of Dubai will hit 5.8 million by 2040. However, its daytime population is expected to climb to 7.8 million.
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