Ladies in the lead: countries with more women than men

 

Serbia

As of 2024, Serbia's population is approximately 6.6 million. The country exhibits a significant gender imbalance, with women comprising about 51.3% of the population. This disparity is largely due to higher male mortality rates and emigration patterns. Serbia faces demographic challenges, including an aging population and low birth rates, prompting government initiatives to encourage family growth and retain youth.

Tonga

Tonga, a Polynesian kingdom, has a population of around 105,000. Women slightly outnumber men, accounting for approximately 50.5% of the population. The gender ratio is influenced by male-dominated migration for employment opportunities abroad. Tonga's demographic trends are shaped by emigration, remittances, and efforts to bolster economic development.

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Lithuania

Lithuania's population stands at about 2.7 million in 2024. Women make up approximately 53.7% of the populace, one of the highest female-to-male ratios in the European Union. This imbalance results from higher male mortality rates and significant male emigration. The country is addressing demographic decline through policies aimed at improving healthcare and encouraging return migration.

Belarus

As of January 1, 2024, Belarus has a population of 9,155,978. Women constitute about 53.5% of the population, reflecting higher male mortality rates and life expectancy disparities. The nation faces demographic challenges, including population decline and aging, prompting initiatives to enhance healthcare and support families.

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Georgia

Georgia's population is approximately 3.7 million in 2024. Women represent about 52.3% of the population, a result of higher male mortality and emigration. The country is implementing strategies to address demographic issues, such as improving healthcare services and creating economic opportunities to retain citizens.

Ukraine

Ukraine's population has declined significantly due to war, emigration, and low birth rates. As of 2024, estimates suggest a population of around 31 million in Kyiv-controlled areas. Women make up approximately 54% of the population, influenced by higher male mortality and displacement. The government is focusing on policies to reverse demographic decline, including support for families and diaspora engagement.

Russia

Russia's population is estimated at 144 million in 2024. Women account for about 53.7% of the population, a disparity stemming from higher male mortality rates, especially among working-age men. The government has introduced measures to encourage higher birth rates, such as financial incentives and campaigns promoting family life.

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Armenia

Armenia's population is approximately 2.8 million in 2024. Women constitute about 52.5% of the population, influenced by male emigration and higher male mortality. The country is addressing demographic concerns through policies aimed at economic development and improving living standards to reduce emigration.

Latvia

As of May 2024, Latvia's population is 1,862,700. Women represent approximately 54% of the population, one of the highest female-to-male ratios in Europe. This is due to higher male mortality rates and emigration. Latvia is implementing strategies to address population decline, including support for families and efforts to attract return migration.

Moldova

Moldova's population is estimated at 2,996,106 in 2025. Women make up about 52.9% of the population, a result of higher male emigration and mortality rates. The country faces demographic challenges, including population decline and aging, and is pursuing policies to encourage economic development and reduce emigration.