10 Countries with Highest Number of Vegetarians

India has the highest number of vegetarians, due to religious and cultural factors. Approximately 39.5% of India's population is vegetarian.

India (38%)

India is ranked top in the world with 38% of the total population being vegetarians.

Israel (13%)

In Israel 13% of the population are vegetarians. 

Taiwan (12%)

13% of Taiwan’s population observe a vegetarian diet and over 6,000 establishments which cater to vegetarians are operational in the nation

Italy (10%)

Italy has one of the highest rates of vegetarianism in Europe at 10% of the whole population. 

Austria (9%)

Vegetarianism has seen a steady increase in popularity as a lifestyle choice

Germany (9%)

Most Germans who switch to a plant-based diet cite environmental protection, animal rights, and perceived health benefits as motivation

United Kingdom (9%)

The UK has seen an increasing number of vegetarians in recent years, 

Brazil (8%)

The only South American nation on the list is Brazil with a rate of 8% vegetarians.

Ireland (6%)

Ireland has 5% of the population adhering to vegetarianism. 

Australia (5%)

The number of vegetarians in Australia has been steadily increasing, and currently sits at 5.5% of the total population.