Antigua and Barbuda Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Antigua and Barbuda's net migration was 12 in 2025, ranked 132nd globally. This represents a 33.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Antigua and Barbuda's net migration stood at 12 in 2025, a rise of +3 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 14 by 2026. Antigua and Barbuda ranked 132nd globally.
Antigua and Barbuda’s net migration has swung dramatically over the 66‑year series, moving from a low of –1,436.00 in 1973 to an all‑time peak of 555.00 in 1995 before settling at 12.00 in 2025, placing the country 132nd globally. The sharp reversal after the early‑1970s trough reflects a period of intensified outbound flows, likely driven by limited domestic employment opportunities, while the mid‑1990s surge coincides with a tourism‑led expansion that attracted skilled and semi‑skilled workers. Compared with regional peers, St. Kitts and Nevis recorded a net migration of 18.00 in the same year, suggesting that both small island economies are experiencing modest but positive inflows after decades of outmigration. The recent modest positive balance indicates a tentative stabilization, yet the trajectory remains vulnerable to external shocks such as climate‑related disruptions or shifts in global travel demand. Continued investment in high‑value sectors and resilience planning will be crucial to sustain or improve the net migration trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 21 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 17 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 14 | - | - |
| 2025 | 12 | +3 | #132 |
| 2024 | 9 | +9 | #129 |
| 2023 | 0 | +0 | #115 |
| 2022 | 0 | +0 | #109 |
| 2021 | 0 | +0 | #122 |
| 2020 | 0 | +0 | #110 |
| 2019 | 0 | +0 | #119 |
| 2018 | 0 | +0 | #114 |
| 2017 | 0 | +0 | #113 |
| 2016 | 0 | −44 | #111 |
| 2015 | 44 | −53 | #127 |
| 2014 | 97 | −48 | #127 |
| 2013 | 145 | −51 | #124 |
| 2012 | 196 | −47 | #127 |
| 2011 | 243 | −48 | #130 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Antigua and Barbuda matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1984. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Antigua and Barbuda's net migration was 12 in 2025. Ranked 132nd globally. This represents a 33.3% increase from the previous year.
Antigua and Barbuda's net migration peaked at 555 in 1995.
The lowest net migration in Antigua and Barbuda was -1,436 in 1973.
Antigua and Barbuda ranks 132nd globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Antigua and Barbuda's net migration is projected to reach 14 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Antigua and Barbuda in 2025 was 12. This ranks 132nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_antigua-and-barbuda_net-migration,
title = {Antigua and Barbuda Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/antigua-and-barbuda/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}