The 2024 statistical report by the Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI) highlights five key regions—Salmiya, Farwaniya, Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh, Hawalli, and Mahboula—as Kuwait’s most densely populated areas. These urban zones now face increasing pressure for infrastructure development, improved public services, and efficient resource management.

According to the latest data:

• Salmiya tops the list with 321,190 residents, making it Kuwait’s most crowded region.
• Farwaniya ranks second, followed by Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh, Hawalli, and Mahboula, which recorded a population of 218,153.

These regions serve as major residential and commercial hubs, highlighting the need for strategic planning in transportation, healthcare, sanitation, and housing.

Kuwait’s Total Population in 2023

As of 2023, Kuwait’s population stood at 4.9 million, with notable gender and nationality disparities:

• Kuwaiti nationals: 49% male, 51% female
• Non-Kuwaitis: 66% male, 34% female

This gender imbalance among expatriates reflects the country's labor-driven immigration trends, particularly in sectors like construction and services.

Overall Population

• Under 15 years: 17%
• 15–64 years: 80%
• 65 years and older: 3%

Kuwaiti Nationals

• Under 15 years: 32%
• 15–64 years: 64%
• 65 years and older: 5%

These figures emphasize the demand for youth-focused services, including education, healthcare, and future employment opportunities.

Nationality Distribution

Kuwait remains a highly multicultural society with a strong expatriate presence:

• Kuwaitis: 31% of total population
• Indians: 20%
• Egyptians: 13%

The expatriate majority plays a vital role in Kuwait’s economy, particularly in the private sector.

Reference: World Bank - Kuwait Population

Kuwait's total workforce reached 2,247,029 in 2023, distributed between the public sector (23%) and private sector (77%).

Public Sector Employment

• Kuwaitis: 77.52%
• Egyptians: 7.25%
• Indians: 4.42%

Private Sector Employment

• Indians: 31.1%
• Egyptians: 25.4%
• Kuwaitis: Only 4.1%

These statistics underline the reliance on expatriate labor in the private sector and the government's focus on increasing Kuwaiti employment through initiatives like Kuwaitization.

The data underscores the urgent need for:

• Infrastructure expansion in high-density regions
• Diversified employment strategies to balance public-private workforce participation
• Youth-centric services given the growing younger population

The government is encouraged to intensify urban development strategies, bolster healthcare and education in overcrowded areas, and ensure sustainable labor market reforms to reduce reliance on expatriate labor.