The line graph shows population trends in Viet Nam from 1960 to 2020.

Overall, urbun population decreased dramaticaly while the percent of people who live in rural area increased.

In 1960, most Vietnamese people lived in rural areas, accounting for approximately 85% of the total population. However, from 1960 to 1980, the percentage of the rural population slightly decreased from 85% to around 80%. From 1990, the downward trend accelerated, falling from approximately 78% to just above 60% in 2020.

By contrast, the urban population rose throughout the same period. In 1960, the urban population was very low, standing at about 15%. In 1980, it saw a small increase to roughly 20%. From 1990, the rise became more pronounced, climbing from about 22% to nearly 40% in 2020, reflecting the country's rapid urbanization.