Rank #17 by World Population
🇧🇧Barbados
Barbados has a population of 282,336, ranking #17 in the world. The capital is Bridgetown. Located in Latin America & Caribbean .
World Bank: High income
282,336
Population
#17
World Rank
76.2
Life Expectancy
$25,584
GDP Per Capita
Barbados, #17 by world population
Barbados Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Barbados had a population of 230,893 in 1960 and 282,467 in 2024, a 22.3% growth over 64 years. The peak was 282,467 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.32%.
282,467
Population (2024)
230,893
Population (1960)
282,467
Peak (2024)
0.32%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 230,893 |
| 1961 | 233,148 |
| 1962 | 235,224 |
| 1963 | 237,557 |
| 1964 | 239,958 |
| 1965 | 242,417 |
| 1966 | 244,996 |
| 1967 | 247,091 |
| 1968 | 248,540 |
| 1969 | 249,444 |
| 1970 | 249,387 |
| 1971 | 249,168 |
| 1972 | 249,658 |
| 1973 | 250,322 |
| 1974 | 250,777 |
| 1975 | 251,175 |
| 1976 | 251,442 |
| 1977 | 251,626 |
| 1978 | 251,551 |
| 1979 | 251,269 |
| 1980 | 251,524 |
| 1981 | 252,270 |
| 1982 | 253,095 |
| 1983 | 253,992 |
| 1984 | 254,920 |
| 1985 | 255,820 |
| 1986 | 256,618 |
| 1987 | 257,279 |
| 1988 | 257,763 |
| 1989 | 258,109 |
| 1990 | 258,582 |
| 1991 | 259,373 |
| 1992 | 260,267 |
| 1993 | 261,027 |
| 1994 | 261,620 |
| 1995 | 262,039 |
| 1996 | 262,284 |
| 1997 | 262,392 |
| 1998 | 262,436 |
| 1999 | 262,517 |
| 2000 | 262,063 |
| 2001 | 262,425 |
| 2002 | 264,148 |
| 2003 | 265,776 |
| 2004 | 267,298 |
| 2005 | 268,706 |
| 2006 | 270,002 |
| 2007 | 271,288 |
| 2008 | 272,714 |
| 2009 | 274,123 |
| 2010 | 275,243 |
| 2011 | 276,139 |
| 2012 | 276,938 |
| 2013 | 277,665 |
| 2014 | 278,348 |
| 2015 | 278,990 |
| 2016 | 279,598 |
| 2017 | 280,171 |
| 2018 | 280,711 |
| 2019 | 281,207 |
| 2020 | 281,698 |
| 2021 | 282,147 |
| 2022 | 282,318 |
| 2023 | 282,336 |
| 2024 | 282,467 |
Demographics
| Population | 282,336 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.01% |
| Urban Population | 59.4% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.71 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 76.2 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 9.4 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$25,584
GDP Per Capita
6.5%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
Health & Education
5.4%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
2.96
Physicians per 1,000
3.8%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
9.4
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
69.1%
Internet Users
112
Mobile Subs per 100
656.6
People per km2
-80
Net Migration
Environment
14.7%
Forest Area
Barbados Climate
Barbados has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F) and receives about 1529 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is February. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
26.8°C
Avg Temp
1529
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Feb
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 26° / 78° | 91 mm |
| February | 26° / 78° | 75 mm |
| March | 26° / 79° | 67 mm |
| April | 26° / 80° | 54 mm |
| May | 27° / 81° | 71 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 133 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 140 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 162 mm |
| September | 28° / 82° | 158 mm |
| October | 27° / 81° | 178 mm |
| November | 27° / 80° | 246 mm |
| December | 26° / 79° | 154 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Barbados
The most comfortable months to visit Barbados are typically April, March and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 30°C high). The coldest is February (near 23°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Barbados has a population of 282,336, ranking #17 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 0.01%.
Life expectancy in Barbados is 76.2 years. The infant mortality rate is 9.4 per 1,000 live births.
Barbados's GDP per capita is $25,584. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
59.4% of Barbados's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 656.6 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Barbados is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Barbados are typically April, March and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Barbados has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C and about 1529 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically August and the coldest is February.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
Barbados is a country in Latin America & Caribbean with a population of 282,336. Population growth is modest, around 0.0% a year.
Economically, Barbados is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $25,584. Life expectancy is 76.2 years, with a fertility rate of 1.7 births per woman, and 59.4% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.