Aruba Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Aruba's net migration was 111 in 2025, ranked 136th globally. This represents a 21.3% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Aruba's net migration stood at 111 in 2025, a decline of +30 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -28 by 2026. Aruba ranked 136th globally.
Aruba's net migration rate has experienced significant fluctuations over the past 66 years. The island nation's all-time peak of 2,010 net migrants in 1999 is a stark contrast to its all-time trough of -1,205 net migrants in 1971, highlighting the country's varying appeal to foreign workers and residents. Since then, Aruba's net migration has generally trended downward, with the latest available figure standing at 111.00 net migrants in 2025, ranking it #136 globally. This decline mirrors the trend in neighboring territories, such as Monaco, which also experienced a net migration rate of 100.00 in 2025. The contrast with countries like Mongolia, which recorded a net migration rate of 79.00 in 2025, suggests that Aruba's relatively high standard of living and economic opportunities may be less attractive to migrants. A significant shift in the island nation's economic fortunes, such as a major tourism or investment boom, could potentially alter this trend and lead to increased net migration.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | -187 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | -107 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | -28 | - | - |
| 2025 | 111 | −30 | #136 |
| 2024 | 141 | −6 | #133 |
| 2023 | 147 | −5 | #123 |
| 2022 | 152 | −351 | #116 |
| 2021 | 503 | +503 | #135 |
| 2020 | 0 | −420 | #109 |
| 2019 | 420 | −11 | #130 |
| 2018 | 431 | −3 | #121 |
| 2017 | 434 | +29 | #120 |
| 2016 | 405 | +32 | #120 |
| 2015 | 373 | +40 | #133 |
| 2014 | 333 | +18 | #131 |
| 2013 | 315 | −2 | #129 |
| 2012 | 317 | −16 | #129 |
| 2011 | 333 | −168 | #132 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Aruba matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Aruba's net migration was 111 in 2025. Ranked 136th globally. This represents a 21.3% decrease from the previous year.
Aruba's net migration peaked at 2,010 in 1999.
The lowest net migration in Aruba was -1,205 in 1971.
Aruba ranks 136th globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Aruba's net migration is projected to reach -28 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Aruba in 2025 was 111. This ranks 136th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_aruba_net-migration,
title = {Aruba Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/aruba/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}