Demographics of Hverland
The demographics of Hverland describe the changing composition of the nation's population, which includes population density, ethnicity, education level, health, economic status, religious affiliations and other aspects of the population.
The demographic trends in Hverland are expected to evolve over time due to factors such as urbanization, immigration, and changes in family structures. As such, the government has implemented various policies to address these changes and ensure the social and economic wellbeing of all residents.
Population
As of the last census, Hverland has a population of 935,104 individuals. The country's population growth rate is relatively low, reflecting the broader demographic trends observed in many Nordic countries. The majority of the population is concentrated in urban areas, with the capital city of Reykjadahlur hosting the largest proportion of Hverland's residents.
Ethnicity
Hverland is predominantly monoethnic, with nearly 91% of the population being of Hverlandic descent. However, the country has a small indigenous population, known as the Hverfolk, who number fewer than 4,000 individuals. There is also a small community of immigrants and expatriates, drawn primarily from neighboring Nordic countries.
| Background Groups | Year | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | 1982 | 2002 | 2022 | |||||
 Hverlanders
|
73,898 | 98.44% | 89,173 | 97.01% | 106,735 | 95.17% | 122,105 | 91.09% |
| Hverlands of two native parents | 71,896 | 95.77% | 86,111 | 93.68% | 100,232 | 89.37% | 113,876 | 84.95% |
| Hverlands of one native parent | 2,002 | 2.67% | 3,062 | 3.33% | 6,503 | 5.8% | 8,229 | 6.14% |
| Foreign | 1,172 | 1.56% | 2,751 | 2.99% | 5,415 | 4.83% | 11,947 | 8.91% |
| Immigrants | 865 | 1.15% | 3,062 | 2% | 3,823 | 3.41% | 8,191 | 6.11% |
| Born to two immigrants | 307 | 0.41% | 912 | 0.99% | 1,592 | 1.42% | 3,756 | 2.8% |
| Total | 75,070 | 100% | 91,924 | 100% | 112,150 | 100% | 134,052 | 100% |
Language
Hverlandic Norse is the official language and is spoken by the majority of the population.
Primary language
| Language | Speakers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Hverlandic Norse | 131,260 | 97.92% |
| HILs | 1,739 | 1.3% |
| – Gealdor | 1,304 | 0.97% |
| – Vanakeldu | 194 | 0.14% |
| – Ægisjallr | 153 | 0.11% |
| – Brenna | 88 | 0.07% |
| Others | 1,053 | 0.79% |
| Total | 134,052 | 100% |
Fluent
| Language | Speakers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Hverlandic Norse | 132,959 | 99.18% |
| HILs | 3,351[1] | 2.5%[2] |
| – Gealdor | 2,292 | 1.71% |
| – Vanakeldu | 348 | 0.26% |
| – Ægisjallr | 210 | 0.16% |
| – Brenna | 100 | 0.07% |
Religion
The majority of Hverlanders are Lutheran, reflecting the country's historical and cultural ties to other Nordic countries. However, there are also small communities of other Christian denominations, as well as other religions. The Hverfolk traditionally practice a form of animistic spirituality, though many also identify as Lutheran.
Education
Hverland boasts a high literacy rate, with education being compulsory up to the secondary level. The country is home to several universities and institutes of higher learning, which attract students from across the Nordic region.
Health
Hverlanders enjoy a high standard of healthcare, with universal access to medical services through the HverVision system. Life expectancy in Hverland is above average when compared with global standards.
Economy
Most Hverlanders are employed in the services sector, with a smaller proportion involved in manufacturing and agriculture. The country's economy is stable, with a high GDP per capita and low unemployment rate.