Bolivia, Plurinational State of Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's net migration was -3,179 in 2025, ranked 88th globally. This represents a 6.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's net migration stood at -3,179 in 2025, a decline of +179 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -2,479 by 2026. Bolivia, Plurinational State of ranked 88th globally.
Bolivia's net migration has experienced a significant decline over the past six and a half decades, with the latest figure standing at -3,179.00 individuals in 2025. Although the country has seen a slight improvement from its all-time trough of -28,685.00 in 1996, the current rate remains one of the lowest globally. Notably, Bolivia's net migration has been surpassed by countries such as Fiji, where the rate reached -3,288.00 in 2025. The all-time peak of -3,000.00 in 2024 is also relatively low, indicating a consistent trend of net emigration. The country's migration dynamics are likely influenced by a combination of economic and social factors, including the availability of job opportunities and access to social services. A shift in these factors could potentially alter Bolivia's net migration trajectory, with an improvement in economic conditions or an increase in job opportunities potentially leading to a reduction in the net outflow of migrants.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | -1,884 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | -2,181 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | -2,479 | - | - |
| 2025 | -3,179 | −179 | #88 |
| 2024 | -3,000 | +8 | #83 |
| 2023 | -3,008 | +0 | #76 |
| 2022 | -3,008 | +1,655 | #70 |
| 2021 | -4,663 | +0 | #68 |
| 2020 | -4,663 | +4,318 | #65 |
| 2019 | -8,981 | +363 | #66 |
| 2018 | -9,344 | +325 | #60 |
| 2017 | -9,669 | +402 | #63 |
| 2016 | -10,071 | +454 | #59 |
| 2015 | -10,525 | +446 | #68 |
| 2014 | -10,971 | +398 | #65 |
| 2013 | -11,369 | +320 | #63 |
| 2012 | -11,689 | +417 | #67 |
| 2011 | -12,106 | +484 | #67 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bolivia, Plurinational State of matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's net migration was -3,179 in 2025. Ranked 88th globally. This represents a 6.0% decrease from the previous year.
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's net migration peaked at -3,000 in 2024.
The lowest net migration in Bolivia, Plurinational State of was -28,685 in 1996.
Bolivia, Plurinational State of ranks 88th globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's net migration is projected to reach -2,479 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Bolivia, Plurinational State of in 2025 was -3,179. This ranks 88th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bolivia-plurinational-state-of_net-migration,
title = {Bolivia, Plurinational State of Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bolivia-plurinational-state-of/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}