Spain nears 50 million inhabitants due to immigration boost

Spain is nearing a population of 50 million, with immigration driving growth. As of October 1, the population reached 49,935,642, marking a historical high. The increase of 130,223 residents in the third quarter was primarily due to foreign-born individuals, who now exceed 10.4 million, representing over 20% of the total population. The data shows that while foreign-born residents increased significantly, the number of Spanish nationals born in Spain decreased slightly. Colombia was the leading country of origin for new arrivals, while it also topped the list for emigration. The number of households in Spain also reached a record high of nearly 20 million, reflecting the population growth across various regions, with notable increases in Valencia and Madrid.