Rank #177 by World Population
🇰🇳St. Kitts and Nevis
St. Kitts and Nevis has a population of 46,758, ranking #177 in the world. The capital is Basseterre. Located in Latin America & Caribbean .
World Bank: High income
46,758
Population
#177
World Rank
72.1
Life Expectancy
$22,577
GDP Per Capita
St. Kitts and Nevis, #177 by world population
St. Kitts and Nevis Population History (1960-2024)
The country of St. Kitts and Nevis had a population of 55,810 in 1960 and 46,843 in 2024, a -16.1% growth over 64 years. The peak was 55,810 in 1960. Average annual growth rate: -0.27%.
46,843
Population (2024)
55,810
Population (1960)
55,810
Peak (1960)
-0.27%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 55,810 |
| 1961 | 55,334 |
| 1962 | 54,461 |
| 1963 | 53,441 |
| 1964 | 52,326 |
| 1965 | 51,139 |
| 1966 | 49,898 |
| 1967 | 48,605 |
| 1968 | 47,245 |
| 1969 | 45,731 |
| 1970 | 44,606 |
| 1971 | 44,206 |
| 1972 | 44,033 |
| 1973 | 43,880 |
| 1974 | 43,738 |
| 1975 | 43,606 |
| 1976 | 43,482 |
| 1977 | 43,358 |
| 1978 | 43,217 |
| 1979 | 43,033 |
| 1980 | 42,850 |
| 1981 | 42,698 |
| 1982 | 42,532 |
| 1983 | 42,334 |
| 1984 | 42,113 |
| 1985 | 41,874 |
| 1986 | 41,618 |
| 1987 | 41,348 |
| 1988 | 41,062 |
| 1989 | 40,758 |
| 1990 | 40,432 |
| 1991 | 40,358 |
| 1992 | 40,715 |
| 1993 | 41,242 |
| 1994 | 41,776 |
| 1995 | 42,326 |
| 1996 | 42,877 |
| 1997 | 43,428 |
| 1998 | 43,998 |
| 1999 | 44,601 |
| 2000 | 45,248 |
| 2001 | 45,761 |
| 2002 | 46,020 |
| 2003 | 46,176 |
| 2004 | 46,315 |
| 2005 | 46,437 |
| 2006 | 46,569 |
| 2007 | 46,706 |
| 2008 | 46,835 |
| 2009 | 46,916 |
| 2010 | 46,846 |
| 2011 | 46,886 |
| 2012 | 47,033 |
| 2013 | 47,069 |
| 2014 | 47,089 |
| 2015 | 47,087 |
| 2016 | 47,075 |
| 2017 | 47,050 |
| 2018 | 47,008 |
| 2019 | 46,952 |
| 2020 | 46,870 |
| 2021 | 46,763 |
| 2022 | 46,709 |
| 2023 | 46,758 |
| 2024 | 46,843 |
Demographics
| Population | 46,758 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.10% |
| Urban Population | 31.7% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.50 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 72.1 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 14.4 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$22,577
GDP Per Capita
-
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
301,399.994
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
5.7%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
3.5%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
14.4
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
75.8%
Internet Users
121
Mobile Subs per 100
179.8
People per km2
0
Net Migration
Environment
42.3%
Forest Area
St. Kitts and Nevis Climate
St. Kitts and Nevis has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C (79°F) and receives about 1302 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
26.2°C
Avg Temp
1302
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 25° / 76° | 86 mm |
| February | 25° / 76° | 52 mm |
| March | 25° / 77° | 59 mm |
| April | 26° / 78° | 76 mm |
| May | 27° / 80° | 105 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 104 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 120 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 149 mm |
| September | 27° / 81° | 158 mm |
| October | 27° / 80° | 144 mm |
| November | 26° / 79° | 155 mm |
| December | 25° / 77° | 94 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 St. Kitts and Nevis
The most comfortable months to visit St. Kitts and Nevis are typically February, March and January, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near 22°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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St. Kitts and Nevis in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
St. Kitts and Nevis has a population of 46,758, ranking #177 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 0.10%.
Life expectancy in St. Kitts and Nevis is 72.1 years. The infant mortality rate is 14.4 per 1,000 live births.
St. Kitts and Nevis's GDP per capita is $22,577. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
31.7% of St. Kitts and Nevis's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 179.8 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for St. Kitts and Nevis is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit St. Kitts and Nevis are typically February, March and January, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
St. Kitts and Nevis has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C and about 1302 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.
St. Kitts and Nevis is a country in Latin America & Caribbean with a population of 46,758. Population growth is modest, around 0.1% a year.
Economically, St. Kitts and Nevis is high-income — GDP per capita is roughly $22,577. Life expectancy is 72.1 years, with a fertility rate of 1.5 births per woman, and 31.7% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.