Jamaica Population 2026
As of 2025, Jamaica's population is estimated at 2,839,175, placing it 140th globally by population size. The country is classified as an upper-middle-income economy in the Latin America & Caribbean region.
Population Trend (Jamaica)
Population by Decade
Population milestones
How Jamaica's population changed across key years (World Bank estimates).
Overview
Jamaica's population has experienced near-zero growth in recent years, with a 1-year growth rate of -0.02% in 2025, indicating a slight decline. Over the past decade, the average annual growth rate was 0.16%, reflecting a long-term trend of very slow expansion. This demographic stagnation is characteristic of many upper-middle-income countries in the Caribbean, where emigration and low fertility rates often offset natural increase. The country's global rank of #140 underscores its relatively small population compared to other nations, while its regional context in Latin America & Caribbean places it among island states with similar demographic challenges, such as aging populations and net out-migration.
Key Facts
- Latest population (2025): 2,839,175
- 1-year growth rate (2025): -0.02%
- 10-year average annual growth rate: 0.16%
- Global population rank: #140
- Income group: Upper middle income
- Region: Latin America & Caribbean