St. Kitts and Nevis Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
St. Kitts and Nevis's net migration was 18 in 2025, ranked 133rd globally. This represents a 357.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
St. Kitts and Nevis's net migration stood at 18 in 2025, a rise of +25 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 48 by 2026. St. Kitts and Nevis ranked 133rd globally.
St. Kitts and Nevis recorded a net migration rate of 18.00 in 2025, ranking 133rd globally, reflecting a significant shift from its historical lows. The country experienced its all-time trough in 1964, with net migration falling to -2,465.00, a period marked by outward movement likely driven by limited economic opportunities and regional instability. In contrast, the peak value of 291.00 was reached in 2000, indicating a strong period of immigration, possibly linked to citizenship-by-investment initiatives and regional labor demand. Over the 66-year coverage period, the migration trend has fluctuated dramatically, transitioning from sustained emigration to intermittent phases of net immigration. In comparison to peer countries, St. Kitts and Nevis reports a higher net migration rate than Antigua and Barbuda, which stood at 12.00 in 2025, suggesting relatively stronger attraction or retention of migrants. While recent figures indicate modest positive migration, the trajectory could shift depending on changes in foreign investment policies, regional economic conditions, or climate resilience planning.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 90 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 69 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 48 | - | - |
| 2025 | 18 | +25 | #133 |
| 2024 | -7 | −7 | #125 |
| 2023 | 0 | +0 | #118 |
| 2022 | 0 | +92 | #112 |
| 2021 | -92 | +110 | #118 |
| 2020 | -202 | +0 | #107 |
| 2019 | -202 | +0 | #113 |
| 2018 | -202 | +0 | #108 |
| 2017 | -202 | +0 | #107 |
| 2016 | -202 | +0 | #103 |
| 2015 | -202 | +0 | #118 |
| 2014 | -202 | +0 | #116 |
| 2013 | -202 | +0 | #114 |
| 2012 | -202 | −202 | #117 |
| 2011 | 0 | +449 | #124 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
St. Kitts and Nevis matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 1981. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
St. Kitts and Nevis's net migration was 18 in 2025. Ranked 133rd globally. This represents a 357.1% increase from the previous year.
St. Kitts and Nevis's net migration peaked at 291 in 2000.
The lowest net migration in St. Kitts and Nevis was -2,465 in 1964.
St. Kitts and Nevis ranks 133rd globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
St. Kitts and Nevis's net migration is projected to reach 48 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of St. Kitts and Nevis in 2025 was 18. This ranks 133rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_st-kitts-and-nevis_net-migration,
title = {St. Kitts and Nevis Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/st-kitts-and-nevis/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}