British Virgin Islands Population Density
People per sq. km of land area EN.POP.DNST
British Virgin Islands's population density was 268.5 in 2025, ranked 47th globally. This represents a 3.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1961–2025.
Overview
British Virgin Islands's population density stood at 268.5 in 2025, a rise of +8.6 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 268.5 by 2025. British Virgin Islands ranked 47th globally.
The British Virgin Islands have experienced a significant increase in population density over the past 64 years, with the latest figure standing at 268.49 people per square kilometer in 2025, ranking 47th globally. This represents a substantial rise from the all-time low of 53.56 people per square kilometer in 1961, indicating a trend of rapid urbanization and population growth. When compared to its peer countries, the British Virgin Islands' population density is comparable to that of Luxembourg, which also had a density of 267.33 people per square kilometer in 2025. The population density of the British Virgin Islands has surged over the years, surpassing the peak of many countries, including Kuwait, which had a density of 276.88 people per square kilometer in 2025. However, if the British Virgin Islands' population growth rate continues to outpace its economic development, it may lead to increased pressure on the country's resources and infrastructure.
Data & projection
| Year | Population Density | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 272.7 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 268.5 | - | - |
| 2025 | 268.5 | +8.6 | #47 |
| 2023 | 259.9 | +4.4 | #165 |
| 2022 | 255.5 | +3.4 | #165 |
| 2021 | 252.1 | +4.5 | #167 |
| 2020 | 247.6 | +4.9 | #166 |
| 2019 | 242.6 | +11.6 | #164 |
| 2018 | 231.0 | +13.1 | #161 |
| 2017 | 218.0 | −7.9 | #158 |
| 2016 | 225.9 | −4.1 | #163 |
| 2015 | 230.0 | +10.2 | #164 |
| 2014 | 219.7 | +8.4 | #164 |
| 2013 | 211.4 | +9.1 | #164 |
| 2012 | 202.3 | +10.9 | #159 |
| 2011 | 191.4 | +6.9 | #153 |
| 2010 | 184.5 | +3.0 | #152 |
Analysis
British Virgin Islands's population density was 268.5 in 2025, a rise of +8.6 from 2024. Based on trends, estimated 268.5 by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
British Virgin Islands's population density was 268.5 in 2025. Ranked 47th globally. This represents a 3.3% increase from the previous year.
British Virgin Islands's population density peaked at 268.5 in 2025.
The lowest population density in British Virgin Islands was 53.6 in 1961.
British Virgin Islands ranks 47th globally in population density as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EN.POP.DNST. Data sourced from World Bank.
British Virgin Islands's population density is projected to reach 268.5 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The population density of British Virgin Islands in 2025 was 268.5. This ranks 47th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_british-virgin-islands_population-density,
title = {British Virgin Islands Population Density},
url = {https://historysaid.com/british-virgin-islands/population-density/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}