Most people now live in urban places
According to UN figures, 45% of the world's 8.2 billion people live in cities. Only 19% live in rural areas.Human Settlement and Urbanization
Urban growth is speeding up
The report says nearly two-thirds of population growth between 2025 and 2050 will happen in urban areas. Megacities are projected to reach 33 in 2025.Human Settlement and Urbanization
