Marshall Islands Population 2026
The Marshall Islands, an upper middle income country in the East Asia & Pacific region, has an estimated population of 37,548 in 2025. This represents a significant decline of 3.29% from the previous year, continuing a long-term trend of population contraction. The country ranks 212th globally in population size.
Population Trend (Marshall Islands)
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Population milestones
How Marshall Islands's population changed across key years (World Bank estimates).
Overview
The Marshall Islands is experiencing a pronounced demographic decline, with a 1-year growth rate of -3.29% in 2025 and a 10-year average annual growth rate of -2.78%. This sustained negative growth places the country among the fastest-shrinking populations in the world. The population of 37,548 reflects a steady reduction over the past decade, driven largely by emigration, low fertility rates, and outmigration to the United States and other Pacific nations.
Key Facts
- Latest population (2025): 37,548
- 1-year growth rate: -3.29%
- 10-year average annual growth rate: -2.78%
- Global population rank: #212
- Income group: Upper middle income
- Region: East Asia & Pacific