Jamaica Population Clock

Jamaica population

2,833,105

Population changes approximately every seconds

Annual population growth rate (2023 - 2024): -0.07%

Source: United Nations World Population Prospects 2024

About the population of Jamaica

According to the United Nations World Population Prospects 2024, the estimated population of Jamaica is 2,833,105, growing at an annual rate of -0.07%. That works out to a net change of approximately -5 people per day or 0 per hour.

The population change in Jamaica is driven by three components: approximately 31,837 births per year and 23,685 deaths per year, plus net migration. Together these components produce the overall growth rate of -0.07% per year.

The total fertility rate stands at 1.34 children per woman. Since this is below the replacement level of 2.1, the population of Jamaica would decline over the long term without net immigration.

Frequently asked questions

What is the current population of Jamaica?

The current population of Jamaica is approximately 2,833,105, growing at -0.07% per year.

How fast is the population of Jamaica changing?

By approximately -5 people per day, or 0 per hour.

Are more people being born than dying in Jamaica?

Yes. With approximately 31,837 births and 23,685 deaths per year, Jamaica has a natural population increase of about 8,152 people annually.

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