St. Lucia Urban Population
Urban population as % of total SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS
St. Lucia's urban population was 30.60% in 2025, ranked 196th globally. This represents a 5.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
St. Lucia's urban population stood at 30.60% in 2025, a rise of +1.50% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 30.60% by 2025. St. Lucia ranked 196th globally.
St. Lucia's urban population has undergone significant growth over the past six decades, with a notable increase from 20.28% in 1960 to 30.60% in 2025. This represents a 51.17% rise, outpacing its peer countries, particularly Solomon Islands, which ranks closely at 31.32%. The island nation experienced a decline in urbanization during the 2010s, reaching a trough of 18.47% in 2011, but has since rebounded. The current rate of 30.60% surpasses the peak achieved in previous decades and suggests a continued shift towards urbanization. This growth is likely driven by the expansion of the services sector and the increasing appeal of urban areas for employment and education opportunities. As St. Lucia continues to develop its infrastructure and economy, its urban population is expected to remain stable, potentially increasing as tourism and foreign investment contribute to the growth of its cities.
Data & projection
| Year | Urban Population | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 32.27% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 31.44% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 30.60% | - | - |
| 2025 | 30.60% | +1.50% | #196 |
| 2024 | 29.10% | −0.00% | #20 |
| 2023 | 29.10% | −0.00% | #21 |
| 2022 | 29.10% | +1.65% | #21 |
| 2021 | 27.44% | +1.69% | #20 |
| 2020 | 25.75% | +1.50% | #17 |
| 2019 | 24.25% | +1.32% | #13 |
| 2018 | 22.93% | +1.14% | #12 |
| 2017 | 21.78% | +0.97% | #10 |
| 2016 | 20.82% | +0.80% | #10 |
| 2015 | 20.02% | +0.63% | #10 |
| 2014 | 19.39% | +0.47% | #10 |
| 2013 | 18.93% | +0.31% | #9 |
| 2012 | 18.62% | +0.14% | #9 |
| 2011 | 18.47% | −0.04% | #9 |
Analysis
St. Lucia's urban population was 30.60% in 2025, a rise of +1.50% from 2024. Based on trends, estimated 30.60% by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
St. Lucia's urban population was 30.60% in 2025. Ranked 196th globally. This represents a 5.2% increase from the previous year.
St. Lucia's urban population peaked at 30.60% in 2025.
The lowest urban population in St. Lucia was 18.47% in 2011.
St. Lucia ranks 196th globally in urban population as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.URB.TOTL.IN.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
St. Lucia's urban population is projected to reach 30.60% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The urban population of St. Lucia in 2025 was 30.60%. This ranks 196th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_st-lucia_urban-population,
title = {St. Lucia Urban Population},
url = {https://historysaid.com/st-lucia/urban-population/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}