Azerbaijan Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Azerbaijan's net migration was 8,731 in 2025, ranked 173rd globally. This represents a 19.6% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Azerbaijan's net migration stood at 8,731 in 2025, a decline of +2,133 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -5,745 by 2026. Azerbaijan ranked 173rd globally.
Azerbaijan’s net migration has swung dramatically over the 66‑year series, moving from a modest outflow of –148.00 in 1960 to a pronounced inflow of 8,731.00 in 2025, ranking the country 173rd globally. The most pronounced influx occurred in 1996 when 42,667.00 migrants entered, reflecting post‑Soviet economic restructuring and oil‑sector expansion, while the deepest outflow of –101,986.00 in 1989 coincided with the final years of the Soviet Union and rising ethnic tensions. Compared with peers of similar rank, Cyprus recorded 7,749.00 net migrants in the same year, underscoring Azerbaijan’s relatively stronger attraction of newcomers despite regional volatility. The long‑term trajectory suggests a gradual return to positive net migration, driven by continued energy investment and diversification efforts; however, any sharp slowdown in oil revenues or regional security shocks could reverse the upward trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | -2,327 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | -4,036 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | -5,745 | - | - |
| 2025 | 8,731 | −2,133 | #173 |
| 2024 | 10,864 | +94,986 | #172 |
| 2023 | -84,122 | −93,208 | #15 |
| 2022 | 9,086 | +8,013 | #150 |
| 2021 | 1,073 | +0 | #144 |
| 2020 | 1,073 | +689 | #143 |
| 2019 | 384 | +37,943 | #128 |
| 2018 | -37,559 | −26,235 | #25 |
| 2017 | -11,324 | −15,995 | #59 |
| 2016 | 4,671 | +3,598 | #143 |
| 2015 | 1,073 | +0 | #143 |
| 2014 | 1,073 | −1,218 | #143 |
| 2013 | 2,291 | +305 | #149 |
| 2012 | 1,986 | +300 | #149 |
| 2011 | 1,686 | +313 | #145 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Azerbaijan matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Azerbaijan's net migration was 8,731 in 2025. Ranked 173rd globally. This represents a 19.6% decrease from the previous year.
Azerbaijan's net migration peaked at 42,667 in 1996.
The lowest net migration in Azerbaijan was -101,986 in 1989.
Azerbaijan ranks 173rd globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Azerbaijan's net migration is projected to reach -5,745 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Azerbaijan in 2025 was 8,731. This ranks 173rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_azerbaijan_net-migration,
title = {Azerbaijan Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/azerbaijan/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}