| 2011 | 2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Xaignabouli | 300 820 | 323 325 |
| Oudômxai | 100 455 | 163 830 |
| Xiangkhoang | 98 935 | 139 000 |
| Houaphan | 133 500 | 103 805 |
| Bokèo | 100 500 | 91 710 |
| Louangphabang | 60 460 | 50 965 |
| Vientiane | 84 870 | 46 530 |
| Savannakhét | 15 190 | 35 615 |
| Bolikhamxai | 17 470 | 31 520 |
| Salavan | 45 615 | 28 640 |
| Phôngsali | 23 590 | 24 545 |
| Champasak | 59 310 | 21 230 |
| Louang Namtha | 26 785 | 19 950 |
| Vientiane Prefecture | 12 190 | 15 345 |
| Khammouan | 5 735 | 15 185 |
| Xékong | 7 450 | 9 860 |
| Attapu | 3 360 | 4 430 |