Mexico Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Mexico's net migration was -108,037 in 2025, ranked 17th globally. This represents a 3.3% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Mexico's net migration stood at -108,037 in 2025, a decline of +3,456 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -98,969 by 2026. Mexico ranked 17th globally.
Mexico’s net migration has remained negative throughout the 66‑year series, with the latest 2025 figure of –108,037.00 placing the country 17th globally in out‑migration. The long‑term pattern shows a modest improvement from the early 1960s, when net migration was –85,591.00, to a pronounced dip in 1986 that reached an all‑time trough of –451,756.00, reflecting heightened emigration during a period of economic instability and violence. A partial rebound occurred in 2009, when the net outflow fell to its lowest magnitude of –30,809.00, coinciding with stronger domestic growth and expanded remittance flows. Compared with peers of similar rank, Mexico’s out‑migration is slightly lower than Uganda’s –119,059.00 and marginally higher than Afghanistan’s –74,404.00, underscoring a regional context of persistent population loss. If economic reforms succeed in raising wages and expanding formal employment, the downward pressure on net migration could ease, potentially shifting the trajectory toward a modest inflow in the coming decade.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | -92,296 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | -95,632 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | -98,969 | - | - |
| 2025 | -108,037 | −3,456 | #17 |
| 2024 | -104,581 | −3,537 | #15 |
| 2023 | -101,044 | +7,394 | #13 |
| 2022 | -108,438 | +14,353 | #12 |
| 2021 | -122,791 | +24,665 | #9 |
| 2020 | -147,456 | +22,172 | #6 |
| 2019 | -169,628 | +5,728 | #6 |
| 2018 | -175,356 | +52,143 | #9 |
| 2017 | -227,499 | +76,973 | #10 |
| 2016 | -304,472 | −13,428 | #7 |
| 2015 | -291,044 | −62,228 | #7 |
| 2014 | -228,816 | −108,758 | #7 |
| 2013 | -120,058 | +8,427 | #14 |
| 2012 | -128,485 | −90,659 | #14 |
| 2011 | -37,826 | +3,019 | #36 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Mexico matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1999. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Mexico's net migration was -108,037 in 2025. Ranked 17th globally. This represents a 3.3% decrease from the previous year.
Mexico's net migration peaked at -30,809 in 2009.
The lowest net migration in Mexico was -451,756 in 1986.
Mexico ranks 17th globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Mexico's net migration is projected to reach -98,969 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Mexico in 2025 was -108,037. This ranks 17th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_mexico_net-migration,
title = {Mexico Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/mexico/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}