Poland is a country in Eastern Europe, Europe. In 2025 it has about 38.1 million people (UN estimate), the 42nd most people of the 193 UN member states.
UN member since 1945Population: 42nd
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Region
Eastern Europe, Europe
Population
about 38.1 million (42nd)
Area
312,679 km² (68th)
UN member since
October 24, 1945
Ranks are among the 193 UN member states, from most people and from largest area.
Poland in numbers
In 2025 the population is about 38.1 million, the 42nd most people of the 193 UN member states. That is about 1/3 of Japan’s (about 123 million).
The area is 312,679 km², the 68th largest of the 193. That is about the same as Japan’s area.
If we work out the number of people per square kilometer (population density), it is about 122.
Joining the United Nations
Poland joined the United Nations on October 24, 1945.
It was a member before Japan joined in 1956.
26 other countries joined on the same day.
Think about it
Q1Compare Poland’s population rank and area rank. What do you notice?
Q2Find Poland on a map or globe. Which countries are around it?
Q3Choose one thing you want to know more about Poland, and look it up.
There is no single right answer. Talking it over with someone at home is a good way to learn.
Did you know? — There are 10 UN member states in Eastern Europe. The one with the most people is Russian Federation.