As of May 2025, the world population is approximately 8.22 billion people according to the most recent United Nations estimates compiled by Worldometer

. The United Nations officially reported that the global population surpassed 8 billion in November 2022

. Projections indicate continued growth, with estimates reaching around 8.5 billion by 2030 and potentially 9 to 10 billion by mid-century

. In summary:

• Current world population (2025): about 8.22 billion

• Surpassed 8 billion in November 2022

• Projected to reach 8.5 billion by 2030 and possibly 9-10 billion by 2050

This data is based on national censuses, birth and death records, and demographic modeling by the United Nations and other organizations.