Spain’s demographic landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace. According to provisional data released by the National Statistics Institute (INE), the country’s total resident population climbed to an all-time high of 49,801,559 on July 1, 2026.
The latest figures highlight a growing demographic trend: overall population expansion is entirely propelled by foreign-born residents and international migration, offsetting a simultaneous decline in the domestic-born population.
Spain Population Dashboard
Top Immigration Source Countries (Q2 2026)
Key Demographic Highlights
- Record-Breaking Total:
Spain’s population grew by 104,178 people in the second quarter of 2026, marking a 0.21% quarterly increase and a 0.90% jump over the past 12 months (444,205 total additions). - Foreign Nationals Cross 7.4 Million:
The population of foreign nationals reached 7,437,543, reflecting a 4.86% year-on-year increase. - The Foreign-Born Gap:
There are now 10,291,807 residents born abroad—a figure higher than foreign nationals due to many individuals successfully acquiring Spanish citizenship. - Top Nationalities:
Colombia, Venezuela, and Morocco lead the migration influx, driving both arrivals and, to a lesser extent, departures. - Regional Hotspots:
The Valencian Community (+0.43%) and the Balearic Islands (+0.36%) recorded the fastest quarterly population growth rates. - Household Expansion:
Total households across the country approached a milestone, reaching 19,874,860.
Detailed Data Breakdown
| Demographic Metric | Total (as of 1 July 2026) | Q2 2026 Change | Annual Trend |
| Total Resident Population | 49,801,559 | +104,178 | +444,205 |
| Foreign-Born Residents | 10,291,807 | +37,348 | — |
| Foreign Nationals | 7,437,543 | +87,197 | +4.86% (YoY) |
| People Born in Spain | 38,993,162 | -20,367 | — |
| Total Households | 19,874,860 | +58,794 | +1.22% (YoY) |
Migration Trends: Who Is Arriving and Leaving?
International mobility remains the primary engine of Spain’s demographic vitality. During the second quarter of 2026, arrivals were heavily dominated by Latin American and North African nations.
Top Immigrant Nationalities (Q2 2026)
- Colombian: 34,000 arrivals
- Venezuelan: 23,300 arrivals
- Moroccan: 21,100 arrivals
- Spanish: 18,000 arrivals (returning citizens)
- Peruvian: 16,800 arrivals
- Italian: 7,600 arrivals
Conversely, the highest volume of departures during the same window came from Colombian nationals (11,500), Moroccan nationals (10,900), and Venezuelan nationals (5,900), reflecting fluid international migration corridors.
Regional Growth Leaders
Population increases were registered across all of Spain’s autonomous communities and cities. Coastal and island regions continue to attract the highest relative influx of new residents, led by:
- Valencian Community: +0.43% quarterly growth
- Balearic Islands: +0.36% quarterly growth
- Asturias: +0.29% quarterly growth
Note: These statistics are part of the INE’s Continuous Population Statistics series and remain provisional until the official publication of the annual Migration and Residence Change Statistics and the final population census.