British Virgin Islands Urban Population
Urban population as % of total SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS
British Virgin Islands's urban population was 57.32% in 2025, ranked 136th globally. This represents a 1.4% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
British Virgin Islands's urban population stood at 57.32% in 2025, a rise of +0.81% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 57.32% by 2025. British Virgin Islands ranked 136th globally.
The British Virgin Islands have experienced a significant increase in urban population over the past 66 years, from 12.14% in 1960 to 57.32% in 2025, making it the peak year for urbanization in the country. This trend is consistent with many developing countries, although the BVI's rate of urbanization has been slower compared to some of its peers. For instance, Croatia, which has a similar rank in urban population, reached 57.75% in 2025. The BVI's urban population has consistently risen, with no major dips, suggesting a stable and continuous growth pattern. Given the country's small size and limited natural resources, urbanization may continue to drive economic growth and development, particularly in the tourism and financial services sectors. However, a decline in global tourism or a shift towards more sustainable and environmentally-friendly development strategies could potentially alter the trajectory of urbanization in the British Virgin Islands.
Data & projection
| Year | Urban Population | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 58.99% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 58.15% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 57.32% | - | - |
| 2025 | 57.32% | +0.81% | #136 |
| 2024 | 56.51% | +0.87% | #81 |
| 2023 | 55.64% | +0.84% | #81 |
| 2022 | 54.80% | +0.82% | #78 |
| 2021 | 53.97% | +0.80% | #77 |
| 2020 | 53.17% | +0.78% | #74 |
| 2019 | 52.39% | +0.76% | #73 |
| 2018 | 51.63% | +0.74% | #72 |
| 2017 | 50.90% | +0.72% | #73 |
| 2016 | 50.18% | +0.69% | #72 |
| 2015 | 49.49% | +0.67% | #72 |
| 2014 | 48.81% | +0.65% | #71 |
| 2013 | 48.16% | +0.63% | #71 |
| 2012 | 47.54% | +0.61% | #71 |
| 2011 | 46.93% | +0.59% | #71 |
Analysis
British Virgin Islands's urban population was 57.32% in 2025, a rise of +0.81% from 2024. Based on trends, estimated 57.32% by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
British Virgin Islands's urban population was 57.32% in 2025. Ranked 136th globally. This represents a 1.4% increase from the previous year.
British Virgin Islands's urban population peaked at 57.32% in 2025.
The lowest urban population in British Virgin Islands was 12.14% in 1960.
British Virgin Islands ranks 136th globally in urban population as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
British Virgin Islands's urban population is projected to reach 57.32% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The urban population of British Virgin Islands in 2025 was 57.32%. This ranks 136th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_british-virgin-islands_urban-population,
title = {British Virgin Islands Urban Population},
url = {https://historysaid.com/british-virgin-islands/urban-population/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}