New York: The United States leads the world in Christian population, boasting approximately 219 million followers, according to a comprehensive report compiled by Visual Capitalist. Drawing from the CIA World Factbook, Pew Research, and UN World Population Prospects, the report highlights global trends in Christianity and demographic shifts across continents.
Brazil ranks second with 185 million Christians, followed by Mexico with 118 million adherents. The report underscores Africa’s rapid Christian population growth, with Nigeria, despite ongoing persecution and violent attacks against Christians, emerging as the largest Christian-majority country on the continent. The Democratic Republic of Congo follows closely, with an estimated 105 million Christians. Analysts attribute Africa’s projected growth in Christianity beyond 2050 to the region’s high birth rates.
In Asia, the Philippines stands out as the largest Christian country, with 100 million believers, representing 85.3% of its population. Other notable Asian nations in the top 25 include China, home to 72 million Christians, and India, with 34 million adherents.
The Visual Capitalist report highlights not only the numerical strength of Christianity in different regions but also the resilience of communities facing challenges such as persecution. It provides a global snapshot of how the faith continues to shape societies across continents, with significant implications for cultural, social, and geopolitical landscapes in the coming decades.