Singapore Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Singapore's net migration was 16,892 in 2025, ranked 182nd globally. This represents a 15.6% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Singapore's net migration stood at 16,892 in 2025, a decline of +3,119 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 25,046 by 2026. Singapore ranked 182nd globally.
Singapore's net migration rate has fluctuated significantly over the past 66 years, with the country experiencing its highest level of net migration in 2022 at 214,842.00, a stark contrast to the -145,556.00 recorded in 2020, the year of the global pandemic. The nation's latest net migration figure stands at 16,892.00 in 2025, ranking it 182 globally, closely following countries like Portugal at 16,472.00. New Zealand, with a net migration of 17,403.00, is slightly ahead of Singapore in this regard. The significant swing in net migration rates reflects the country's economic and demographic responses to various global events, including the pandemic. The trajectory of Singapore's net migration is likely to be influenced by the country's economic growth, labor market conditions, and demographic trends, particularly the aging population and changing workforce dynamics. A slowdown in global economic growth could potentially alter the trajectory of Singapore's net migration, potentially leading to a decrease in the number of foreign workers and migrants.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 10,449 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 17,747 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 25,046 | - | - |
| 2025 | 16,892 | −3,119 | #182 |
| 2024 | 20,011 | −6,985 | #179 |
| 2023 | 26,996 | −187,846 | #177 |
| 2022 | 214,842 | +258,872 | #198 |
| 2021 | -44,030 | +101,526 | #19 |
| 2020 | -145,556 | −146,426 | #7 |
| 2019 | 870 | −20,950 | #136 |
| 2018 | 21,820 | +30,700 | #172 |
| 2017 | -8,880 | −22,617 | #64 |
| 2016 | 13,737 | −28,115 | #162 |
| 2015 | 41,852 | +1,698 | #186 |
| 2014 | 40,154 | −12,022 | #184 |
| 2013 | 52,176 | −26,325 | #186 |
| 2012 | 78,501 | −11,355 | #194 |
| 2011 | 89,856 | +17,285 | #195 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Singapore matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Singapore's net migration was 16,892 in 2025. Ranked 182nd globally. This represents a 15.6% decrease from the previous year.
Singapore's net migration peaked at 214,842 in 2022.
The lowest net migration in Singapore was -145,556 in 2020.
Singapore ranks 182nd globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Singapore's net migration is projected to reach 25,046 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Singapore in 2025 was 16,892. This ranks 182nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_singapore_net-migration,
title = {Singapore Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/singapore/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}