St. Kitts and Nevis Population Growth
Annual population growth rate SP.POP.GROW
St. Kitts and Nevis's population growth was 0.27% in 2025, ranked 158th globally. This represents a 47.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1961–2025.
Overview
St. Kitts and Nevis's population growth stood at 0.27% in 2025, a rise of +0.09pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.27% by 2025. St. Kitts and Nevis ranked 158th globally.
St. Kitts and Nevis has experienced a moderate population growth rate over the past 65 years, with a notable increase in the early 2000s. At 1.44%, the country's population growth rate peaked in 2000, more than double the current rate. Conversely, the lowest recorded growth rate occurred in 1969, at -3.26%, preceding a period of significant economic and demographic shifts. As of 2025, the population growth rate stands at 0.27%, mirroring Sweden's pace. This growth rate has been relatively stable, with some fluctuations, and is significantly lower than the peak of 2000. The economic and demographic factors driving this trend are likely influenced by the country's small population size and limited natural resources. A potential shift in the trajectory of population growth could be driven by increased foreign investment and immigration, which would require a more comprehensive analysis of the country's economic and demographic policies.
Data & projection
| Year | Population Growth | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 0.48% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 0.37% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 0.27% | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.27% | +0.09pp | #158 |
| 2024 | 0.18% | +0.08pp | #50 |
| 2023 | 0.10% | +0.22pp | #48 |
| 2022 | -0.12% | +0.11pp | #43 |
| 2021 | -0.23% | −0.05pp | #41 |
| 2020 | -0.17% | −0.06pp | #36 |
| 2019 | -0.12% | −0.03pp | #36 |
| 2018 | -0.09% | −0.04pp | #36 |
| 2017 | -0.05% | −0.03pp | #35 |
| 2016 | -0.03% | −0.02pp | #37 |
| 2015 | 0.00% | −0.05pp | #38 |
| 2014 | 0.04% | −0.03pp | #40 |
| 2013 | 0.08% | −0.24pp | #42 |
| 2012 | 0.31% | +0.23pp | #56 |
| 2011 | 0.09% | +0.23pp | #40 |
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 growth improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
St. Kitts and Nevis's population growth was 0.27% in 2025. Ranked 158th globally. This represents a 47.2% increase from the previous year.
St. Kitts and Nevis's population growth peaked at 1.44% in 2000.
The lowest population growth in St. Kitts and Nevis was -3.26% in 1969.
St. Kitts and Nevis ranks 158th globally in population growth as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.POP.GROW. Data sourced from World Bank.
St. Kitts and Nevis's population growth is projected to reach 0.27% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The population growth of St. Kitts and Nevis in 2025 was 0.27%. This ranks 158th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_st-kitts-and-nevis_population-growth,
title = {St. Kitts and Nevis Population Growth},
url = {https://historysaid.com/st-kitts-and-nevis/population-growth/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}