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🇯🇲 Population Growth Rate of Jamaica

The current population growth rate of Jamaica is -0.046%. A -1633.33% decrease from 2023, when the population growth rate was 0.003%. In the future, Jamaica's population growth rate is projected to decrease to -1.764%, by the year 2100. A total decrease of the population growth rate of Jamaica by 3734.78% from today's standard.

Historic Population Growth Rate of Jamaica (1950-2024)

Jamaica has seen a decrease in population growth rate since the 1950's.

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
1950 3.11% 43,765
1951 2.54% 36,763
1952 2.092% 30,985
1953 1.709% 25,801
1954 1.41% 21,621
1955 1.217% 18,906
1956 1.121% 17,617
1957 1.119% 17,791
1958 1.205% 19,385
1959 1.262% 20,555
1960 1.393% 22,987
1961 1.406% 23,523
1962 1.404% 23,820
1963 1.424% 24,513
1964 1.399% 24,426
1965 1.29% 22,822
1966 1.214% 21,743
1967 1.16% 21,038
1968 1.132% 20,763
1969 1.184% 21,960
1970 1.287% 24,178
1971 1.412% 26,887
1972 1.488% 28,739
1973 1.561% 30,617
1974 1.444% 28,755
1975 1.357% 27,396
1976 1.261% 25,798
1977 1.176% 24,361
1978 1.145% 23,996
1979 1.194% 25,304
1980 1.26% 27,040
1981 1.347% 29,280
1982 1.4% 30,861
1983 1.388% 31,026
1984 1.256% 28,434
1985 1.037% 23,754
1986 0.83% 19,184
1987 0.695% 16,192
1988 0.671% 15,736
1989 0.7% 16,542
1990 0.814% 19,380
1991 0.941% 22,603
1992 1.034% 25,062
1993 1.035% 25,367
1994 1.02% 25,243
1995 0.985% 24,617
1996 0.951% 24,007
1997 0.893% 22,764
1998 0.818% 21,012
1999 0.738% 19,106
2000 0.65% 16,956
2001 0.617% 16,198
2002 0.611% 16,139
2003 0.601% 15,964
2004 0.57% 15,240
2005 0.537% 14,441
2006 0.495% 13,363
2007 0.453% 12,303
2008 0.417% 11,365
2009 0.415% 11,356
2010 0.429% 11,789
2011 0.437% 12,063
2012 0.426% 11,810
2013 0.385% 10,704
2014 0.337% 9,420
2015 0.291% 8,150
2016 0.235% 6,612
2017 0.181% 5,085
2018 0.127% 3,583
2019 0.098% 2,764
2020 0.43% 12,172
2021 0.06% 1,713
2022 0.043% 1,212
2023 0.003% 72
2024 -0.046% -1,294

Future Population Growth Rate of Jamaica (2024-2100)

Jamaica's population growth rate is projected to decrease in the future. According to the United Nation, it will drop from today's growth rate of 0.003% all the way down to -1.764% by the year 2100. The yearly downward trend is clearly visible from the charts and data below.

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
2024 -0.046% -1,294
2025 -0.102% -2,901
2026 -0.157% -4,447
2027 -0.187% -5,301
2028 -0.213% -6,023
2029 -0.246% -6,918
2030 -0.284% -7,969
2031 -0.311% -8,712
2032 -0.367% -10,241
2033 -0.399% -11,086
2034 -0.448% -12,414
2035 -0.478% -13,164
2036 -0.531% -14,548
2037 -0.58% -15,810
2038 -0.603% -16,351
2039 -0.649% -17,480
2040 -0.677% -18,126
2041 -0.713% -18,943
2042 -0.758% -20,009
2043 -0.802% -21,002
2044 -0.841% -21,830
2045 -0.868% -22,345
2046 -0.906% -23,110
2047 -0.932% -23,557
2048 -0.962% -24,084
2049 -1.001% -24,823
2050 -1.01% -24,788
2051 -1.039% -25,254
2052 -1.075% -25,856
2053 -1.121% -26,652
2054 -1.166% -27,421
2055 -1.201% -27,900
2056 -1.236% -28,364
2057 -1.248% -28,299
2058 -1.295% -28,983
2059 -1.324% -29,259
2060 -1.365% -29,752
2061 -1.387% -29,811
2062 -1.427% -30,250
2063 -1.449% -30,284
2064 -1.492% -30,719
2065 -1.541% -31,248
2066 -1.542% -30,795
2067 -1.582% -31,097
2068 -1.623% -31,405
2069 -1.652% -31,448
2070 -1.696% -31,741
2071 -1.728% -31,798
2072 -1.769% -31,983
2073 -1.79% -31,789
2074 -1.829% -31,901
2075 -1.833% -31,387
2076 -1.854% -31,168
2077 -1.885% -31,110
2078 -1.888% -30,580
2079 -1.922% -30,533
2080 -1.942% -30,271
2081 -1.936% -29,601
2082 -1.945% -29,155
2083 -1.931% -28,389
2084 -1.956% -28,209
2085 -1.97% -27,859
2086 -1.958% -27,153
2087 -1.951% -26,525
2088 -1.945% -25,934
2089 -1.94% -25,379
2090 -1.925% -24,691
2091 -1.916% -24,110
2092 -1.896% -23,410
2093 -1.878% -22,754
2094 -1.857% -22,084
2095 -1.837% -21,446
2096 -1.821% -20,877
2097 -1.814% -20,415
2098 -1.8% -19,897
2099 -1.788% -19,418
2100 -1.764% -18,815

Why is the chart for future population growth rate mostly flat?

Predicting and projecting future population growth rate is extremely hard. Especially, the further you move into the future. Thus, the scientist and data collectors of the United Nations tend to add a flat number when reasonable projections can't be made.

Understanding Population Growth Rate: How Births, Deaths, and Migration Impact Population Size of Jamaica

Population growth rate is defined as the annual average rate of change of population size, for a given country, territory, or geographic area, during a specified period. It is considered an international standard for measuring population change. The United Nations uses population growth rate as one of the key indicators for measuring population trends, and for forecasting future population size. Part of that data is used on this page to visualize and explore historic and future population growth rate over time.

What is Population Growth Rate?

Population growth rate is a measure of how quickly a population is increasing or decreasing in size over time. It is expressed as a percentage of change over a time period. Most commonly, its typically messured on a yearly basis, allowing you to evaluate percentage on year over year basis. However, population growth rate can be applied and calculated on any timeframe.

  • Population growth rate is used to indicate population increase or decrease in size over time.
  • It is measured as a percentage of change, from previous to current population size.
  • It is often expressed as a yearly rate, but can be applied to any timeframe.
  • A positive population growth rate indicates that a population is increasing.
  • A negative population growth rate indicates that a population is decreasing.
  • Birth rate, death rate, and migration affect the population growth rate.
  • A high birth rate and low death rate will result in a high population growth rate.
  • A low birth rate and high death rate will result in a low population growth rate.
  • Net migration also affect the population growth rate of Jamaica.
  • Population growth rate is an important metric for demographic, environmental and economic forecasting.

How is Population Growth Rate calculated?

The population growth rate indicates the increase or decrease of a population in percent (%). The formula to calculate population growth rate can be used on any timeframe. In this case it indicates the population growth reate year over year, where a negative population growth rate is presented with red coloring and positive with green. The population growth rate of Jamaica is based on the de facto definition of population, which counts all residents regardless of legal status or citizenship.

Population Growth Rate Formula

Population Growth Rate = New Population - Original Population / Original Population * 100

What Causes Population Growth Rate to Increase or Decrease?

Just like any other country or region, Jamaica's population growth rate is influenced by a variety of factors that causes it to increase or decrease.

Birth Rate

The number of births per 1,000 individuals in a population over a specific period of time affects population growth. Higher birth rates contribute to population growth, while lower birth rates slow down growth.

Death Rate

The number of deaths per 1,000 individuals in a population over a specific period of time also influences population growth. Higher death rates can reduce population growth, while lower death rates contribute to growth.

Total Fertility Rate

The average number of children born to women of childbearing age is known as the total fertility rate. Higher fertility rates can lead to population growth, while lower fertility rates can result in slower growth or even population decline.

Life Expectancy

The average number of years a person is expected to live affects population growth. Higher life expectancy can result in population growth, as people live longer and contribute to the population for a greater duration.

Immigration and Emigration

Migration patterns, including immigration (inflow of individuals from other countries) and emigration (outflow of individuals to other countries), can significantly impact population growth rates. Higher immigration rates can contribute to population growth, while high emigration rates can slow down growth.

Government Policies

Government policies related to family planning, healthcare, immigration, and social welfare can also influence population growth rates. For example, policies promoting contraception and family planning can lead to lower birth rates and slower growth.

Socioeconomic Factors

Factors such as economic development, education, and urbanization can affect population growth rates. Higher levels of education and economic opportunities often correlate with lower birth rates and slower population growth.

Data Information

Data found on this page is based on the medium fertility variant of the United Nations Revision of World Population Prospects 2024.

Data Published: 2024-07-11

Data Sources

The United Nations - Department of Economic and Social Affairs (Population Division)

UN Revision of World Population Prospects 2024

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