Rank #28 by World Population
🇻🇬British Virgin Islands
British Virgin Islands has a population of 38,985, ranking #28 in the world. The capital is Road Town. Located in Latin America & Caribbean .
World Bank: High income
38,985
Population
#28
World Rank
77.3
Life Expectancy
-
GDP Per Capita
British Virgin Islands, #28 by world population
British Virgin Islands Population History (1960-2024)
The country of British Virgin Islands had a population of 7,950 in 1960 and 39,471 in 2024, a 5.0× growth over 64 years. The peak was 39,471 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.55%.
39,471
Population (2024)
7,950
Population (1960)
39,471
Peak (2024)
2.55%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 7,950 |
| 1961 | 8,034 |
| 1962 | 8,070 |
| 1963 | 8,114 |
| 1964 | 8,168 |
| 1965 | 8,257 |
| 1966 | 8,413 |
| 1967 | 8,646 |
| 1968 | 9,000 |
| 1969 | 9,533 |
| 1970 | 9,933 |
| 1971 | 10,095 |
| 1972 | 10,235 |
| 1973 | 10,367 |
| 1974 | 10,494 |
| 1975 | 10,606 |
| 1976 | 10,709 |
| 1977 | 10,800 |
| 1978 | 10,886 |
| 1979 | 10,965 |
| 1980 | 11,130 |
| 1981 | 11,479 |
| 1982 | 11,921 |
| 1983 | 12,370 |
| 1984 | 12,820 |
| 1985 | 13,269 |
| 1986 | 13,726 |
| 1987 | 14,194 |
| 1988 | 14,680 |
| 1989 | 15,180 |
| 1990 | 15,704 |
| 1991 | 16,187 |
| 1992 | 16,593 |
| 1993 | 16,989 |
| 1994 | 17,406 |
| 1995 | 17,840 |
| 1996 | 18,287 |
| 1997 | 18,756 |
| 1998 | 19,238 |
| 1999 | 19,730 |
| 2000 | 20,241 |
| 2001 | 20,796 |
| 2002 | 21,430 |
| 2003 | 22,134 |
| 2004 | 22,881 |
| 2005 | 23,665 |
| 2006 | 24,493 |
| 2007 | 25,366 |
| 2008 | 26,288 |
| 2009 | 27,218 |
| 2010 | 27,675 |
| 2011 | 28,710 |
| 2012 | 30,345 |
| 2013 | 31,703 |
| 2014 | 32,962 |
| 2015 | 34,498 |
| 2016 | 33,878 |
| 2017 | 32,699 |
| 2018 | 34,657 |
| 2019 | 36,395 |
| 2020 | 37,135 |
| 2021 | 37,809 |
| 2022 | 38,319 |
| 2023 | 38,985 |
| 2024 | 39,471 |
Demographics
| Population | 38,985 |
| Population Growth Rate | 1.72% |
| Urban Population | 55.6% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.04 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 77.3 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 11.7 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
-
GDP Per Capita
-
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
83,000
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
3.2%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
11.7
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
100
Mobile Subs per 100
259.9
People per km2
587
Net Migration
Environment
24.1%
Forest Area
British Virgin Islands Climate
British Virgin Islands has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F) and receives about 1221 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
25.6°C
Avg Temp
1221
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 24° / 75° | 75 mm |
| February | 24° / 75° | 53 mm |
| March | 24° / 76° | 63 mm |
| April | 25° / 77° | 81 mm |
| May | 26° / 78° | 126 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 70 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 81 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 118 mm |
| September | 27° / 80° | 141 mm |
| October | 27° / 80° | 142 mm |
| November | 26° / 78° | 150 mm |
| December | 25° / 76° | 121 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 British Virgin Islands
The most comfortable months to visit British Virgin Islands are typically February, March and January, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near 21°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
British Virgin Islands has a population of 38,985, ranking #28 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 1.72%.
Life expectancy in British Virgin Islands is 77.3 years. The infant mortality rate is 11.7 per 1,000 live births.
GDP data for British Virgin Islands is available from the World Bank Open Data portal.
55.6% of British Virgin Islands's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 259.9 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for British Virgin Islands is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit British Virgin Islands are typically February, March and January, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
British Virgin Islands has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C and about 1221 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically August and the coldest is January.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
With 38,985 residents, British Virgin Islands is a country in Latin America & Caribbean . Its population is growing quickly, by about 1.7% a year.
Life expectancy is high at 77.3 years, with a fertility rate of 1.0 births per woman, and 55.6% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.