St. Kitts and Nevis Urban Population
Urban population as % of total SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS
St. Kitts and Nevis's urban population was 31.87% in 2025, ranked 193rd globally. This represents a 0.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
St. Kitts and Nevis's urban population stood at 31.87% in 2025, a rise of +0.07% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 31.87% by 2025. St. Kitts and Nevis ranked 193rd globally.
St. Kitts and Nevis' urban population has exhibited moderate growth since 1960, with a notable increase in the 1970s and 1980s, reaching a peak of 35.90% in 1980. The country's urbanization rate has been relatively stable, with a slight decline in recent years, currently standing at 31.87% as of 2025. This ranking is comparable to that of Uganda, where the urban population percentage is 31.97. In contrast, Rwanda's urban population has been on a steady upward trend, surpassing St. Kitts and Nevis' rate. The country's urbanization trajectory is largely driven by its economic development, with a growing service sector and increasing migration to urban areas. However, if the pace of economic growth accelerates, driven by investments in infrastructure and tourism, the country's urban population is likely to continue growing, potentially surpassing its current level.
Data & projection
| Year | Urban Population | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 32.03% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 31.95% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 31.87% | - | - |
| 2025 | 31.87% | +0.07% | #193 |
| 2024 | 31.80% | +0.09% | #26 |
| 2023 | 31.70% | +0.09% | #27 |
| 2022 | 31.62% | +0.08% | #28 |
| 2021 | 31.54% | +0.07% | #29 |
| 2020 | 31.47% | +0.06% | #29 |
| 2019 | 31.41% | +0.05% | #29 |
| 2018 | 31.36% | +0.04% | #28 |
| 2017 | 31.32% | +0.04% | #29 |
| 2016 | 31.28% | +0.03% | #29 |
| 2015 | 31.25% | +0.02% | #31 |
| 2014 | 31.23% | +0.02% | #31 |
| 2013 | 31.21% | +0.01% | #31 |
| 2012 | 31.20% | +0.00% | #34 |
| 2011 | 31.20% | −0.11% | #34 |
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 urban population improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
St. Kitts and Nevis's urban population was 31.87% in 2025. Ranked 193rd globally. This represents a 0.2% increase from the previous year.
St. Kitts and Nevis's urban population peaked at 35.90% in 1980.
The lowest urban population in St. Kitts and Nevis was 27.54% in 1960.
St. Kitts and Nevis ranks 193rd globally in urban population as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
St. Kitts and Nevis's urban population is projected to reach 31.87% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The urban population of St. Kitts and Nevis in 2025 was 31.87%. This ranks 193rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_st-kitts-and-nevis_urban-population,
title = {St. Kitts and Nevis Urban Population},
url = {https://historysaid.com/st-kitts-and-nevis/urban-population/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}