Trinidad and Tobago Population Density
People per sq. km of land area EN.POP.DNST
Trinidad and Tobago's population density was 266.8 in 2025, ranked 49th globally. This represents a 0.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1961–2025.
Overview
Trinidad and Tobago's population density stood at 266.8 in 2025, a rise of +0.2 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 266.8 by 2025. Trinidad and Tobago ranked 49th globally.
Trinidad and Tobago’s population density has risen steadily over the 64‑year series, moving from a trough of 168.25 persons per square kilometre in 1961 to an all‑time peak of 266.82 in 2025, placing the twin‑island state at rank 49 globally. The upward trajectory reflects continuous urbanisation, natural population growth and limited land area, factors that mirror the experience of other small‑state economies such as Luxembourg, whose density of 267.33 persons per square kilometre sits just above Trinidad and Tobago’s current level. While the island nation’s density remains lower than that of the British Virgin Islands (268.49) and higher than Jamaica (263.22), the narrow margin with these peers underscores a regional convergence in spatial pressures. Looking ahead, demographic trends and land‑use policies will determine whether the density continues its modest climb or stabilises, with any significant shift in migration or fertility rates likely to alter the forward path.
Data & projection
| Year | Population Density | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 266.9 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 266.8 | - | - |
| 2025 | 266.8 | +0.2 | #49 |
| 2023 | 266.6 | +0.3 | #168 |
| 2022 | 266.2 | −0.3 | #171 |
| 2021 | 266.6 | +0.2 | #171 |
| 2020 | 266.4 | +0.5 | #171 |
| 2019 | 265.9 | +0.9 | #170 |
| 2018 | 264.9 | +0.5 | #170 |
| 2017 | 264.5 | +0.5 | #170 |
| 2016 | 263.9 | +0.8 | #170 |
| 2015 | 263.1 | +0.8 | #169 |
| 2014 | 262.3 | +0.9 | #169 |
| 2013 | 261.3 | +1.0 | #169 |
| 2012 | 260.3 | +1.4 | #169 |
| 2011 | 258.9 | +2.0 | #167 |
| 2010 | 256.9 | +1.5 | #167 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Trinidad and Tobago matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2014. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw population density improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Trinidad and Tobago's population density was 266.8 in 2025. Ranked 49th globally. This represents a 0.1% increase from the previous year.
Trinidad and Tobago's population density peaked at 266.8 in 2025.
The lowest population density in Trinidad and Tobago was 168.3 in 1961.
Trinidad and Tobago ranks 49th globally in population density as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EN.POP.DNST. Data sourced from World Bank.
Trinidad and Tobago's population density is projected to reach 266.8 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The population density of Trinidad and Tobago in 2025 was 266.8. This ranks 49th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_trinidad-and-tobago_population-density,
title = {Trinidad and Tobago Population Density},
url = {https://historysaid.com/trinidad-and-tobago/population-density/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}