St. Vincent and the Grenadines Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
St. Vincent and the Grenadines's net migration was -714 in 2025, ranked 112th globally. This represents a 3.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
St. Vincent and the Grenadines's net migration stood at -714 in 2025, a rise of +23 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -674 by 2026. St. Vincent and the Grenadines ranked 112th globally.
St. Vincent and the Grenadines has experienced a significant fluctuation in net migration throughout the span of 66 years, with the latest figure standing at -714.00 individuals in 2025. Notably, the peak net migration of -493.00 individuals occurred in 2020, a stark contrast to the all-time trough of -2,292.00 reached in 1969. The country's net migration rate has shown a general improvement relative to its peer, São Tomé and Principe, which ranked 115th globally in 2025 with a net migration value of -650.00. This improvement suggests a gradual shift towards a more stable population dynamic in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. However, if the country were to experience a significant decline in economic opportunities, it could potentially lead to an increase in net out-migration, reversing the recent trend and altering the trajectory of its population growth.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | -601 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | -637 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | -674 | - | - |
| 2025 | -714 | +23 | #112 |
| 2024 | -737 | +47 | #109 |
| 2023 | -784 | +42 | #100 |
| 2022 | -826 | +25 | #93 |
| 2021 | -851 | −358 | #102 |
| 2020 | -493 | +489 | #99 |
| 2019 | -982 | +44 | #106 |
| 2018 | -1,026 | +31 | #100 |
| 2017 | -1,057 | +32 | #98 |
| 2016 | -1,089 | +35 | #97 |
| 2015 | -1,124 | +37 | #109 |
| 2014 | -1,161 | +29 | #105 |
| 2013 | -1,190 | +31 | #105 |
| 2012 | -1,221 | +98 | #104 |
| 2011 | -1,319 | +52 | #103 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
St. Vincent and the Grenadines matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2008. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
St. Vincent and the Grenadines's net migration was -714 in 2025. Ranked 112th globally. This represents a 3.1% increase from the previous year.
St. Vincent and the Grenadines's net migration peaked at -493 in 2020.
The lowest net migration in St. Vincent and the Grenadines was -2,292 in 1969.
St. Vincent and the Grenadines ranks 112th globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
St. Vincent and the Grenadines's net migration is projected to reach -674 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in 2025 was -714. This ranks 112th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_st-vincent-and-the-grenadines_net-migration,
title = {St. Vincent and the Grenadines Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/st-vincent-and-the-grenadines/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}