St. Kitts and Nevis Population Density
People per sq. km of land area EN.POP.DNST
St. Kitts and Nevis's population density was 179.2 in 2025, ranked 67th globally. This represents a 0.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1961–2025.
Overview
St. Kitts and Nevis's population density stood at 179.2 in 2025, a decline of +0.6 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 179.2 by 2025. St. Kitts and Nevis ranked 67th globally.
St. Kitts and Nevis has experienced a relatively stable population density throughout its 64-year coverage, with a significant fluctuation in the 1970s. The all-time trough occurred in 1979, with a density of 122.95 people per square kilometer, which is a stark contrast to the 2014 peak of 181.11 people per square kilometer. The country's population density has been steadily increasing since the 1970s, reflecting its growing economy and improved living standards. As of 2025, St. Kitts and Nevis boasts a population density of 179.20 people per square kilometer, ranking 67 globally. This is comparable to Togo's density of 178.75 people per square kilometer, a country with a similarly small land area. With its growing economy and increasing population, St. Kitts and Nevis is likely to continue its upward trend in population density, potentially surpassing its 2014 peak. However, a significant decline in population growth or a shift towards urbanization could alter this trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | Population Density | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 179.0 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 179.2 | - | - |
| 2025 | 179.2 | −0.6 | #67 |
| 2023 | 179.8 | +0.2 | #147 |
| 2022 | 179.7 | −0.2 | #148 |
| 2021 | 179.9 | −0.4 | #148 |
| 2020 | 180.3 | −0.3 | #148 |
| 2019 | 180.6 | −0.2 | #148 |
| 2018 | 180.8 | −0.2 | #148 |
| 2017 | 181.0 | −0.1 | #148 |
| 2016 | 181.1 | −0.0 | #148 |
| 2015 | 181.1 | −0.0 | #148 |
| 2014 | 181.1 | +0.1 | #149 |
| 2013 | 181.0 | +0.1 | #151 |
| 2012 | 180.9 | +0.6 | #151 |
| 2011 | 180.3 | +0.2 | #150 |
| 2010 | 180.2 | −0.3 | #150 |
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 population density improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
St. Kitts and Nevis's population density was 179.2 in 2025. Ranked 67th globally. This represents a 0.4% decrease from the previous year.
St. Kitts and Nevis's population density peaked at 181.1 in 2014.
The lowest population density in St. Kitts and Nevis was 123.0 in 1979.
St. Kitts and Nevis ranks 67th globally in population density as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EN.POP.DNST. Data sourced from World Bank.
St. Kitts and Nevis's population density is projected to reach 179.2 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The population density of St. Kitts and Nevis in 2025 was 179.2. This ranks 67th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_st-kitts-and-nevis_population-density,
title = {St. Kitts and Nevis Population Density},
url = {https://historysaid.com/st-kitts-and-nevis/population-density/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}