How Many Foreigners Will There Be in Prague by 2050?

According to a new analysis by the Prague Institute of Planning and Development (IPR), the number of foreigners in Prague has been steadily increasing.

From 2001 to 2022, the foreign population rose from 61,000 to 345,000, making one in four Prague residents a foreigner.

This growth has significantly influenced the city’s demographic development over the past two decades. Most of these foreigners are of working age, providing essential labor for the capital’s economy.

A 450% Increase in Foreign Residents

Data from the Foreign Police shows a more than 450% increase in foreigners in Prague from 2001 to 2022. Today, foreigners consist of 25% of the city’s population. This trend accelerated in 2022 due to the influx of refugees from Ukraine following the war.

Origins of Prague’s Foreign Population

Of the 345,000 foreigners in the city, nearly 40% of all foreigners in the Czech Republic reside in Prague. The largest groups come from Ukraine (170,000), Slovakia (31,000), and Russia (27,000), with significant numbers from Vietnam (15,000). There is also a growing presence from Romania, Bulgaria, India, and the Philippines.

The Young Foreign Population

Foreigners in Prague tend to be younger, particularly those aged 24-42. This contrasts with the higher age categories of Czech citizens. According to the 2021 Census, the average age of foreigners in Prague was 35.5 years, compared to 41.9 years for the entire population and 42.9 years for Czech nationals.

Prague in 2050

Prague’s unemployment rate is nearly zero, yet tens of thousands of job vacancies remain. The demand for labor drives the continued growth of the foreign population.

The study predicts that by 2050, the number of foreigners in Prague will rise to between 598,000 and 920,000, though the growth rate will slow over time. Significant increases are expected in both younger and older age groups, with a relative decline in the currently dominant 30-40 age group.

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