Antigua and Barbuda
Country statistics · 1990–present
Antigua and Barbuda at a Glance
Antigua and Barbuda is home to 93,772 people as of 2024, with a population that is growing steadily. At a GDP per capita of $24,643, it is an upper-middle-income economy — reflecting a developed economy with strong living standards. Life expectancy at birth stands at 77.8 years, close to the global average.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 93,772 as of 2024. With a birth rate of 11.7 and a death rate of 7.0 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at 4.7 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly 443 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Antigua and Barbuda is a small economy, with a total GDP that is projected at $3 billion (2029 IMF projection). At $24,643 per person, it is classified as an upper-middle-income economy — reflecting a developed economy with strong living standards. Real GDP growth is projected at 2.5% in 2029, representing modest growth.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 77.8 years (2024), close to the global average. Current health expenditure per person is $841 (2023), representing limited per-capita healthcare spending. The adult literacy rate stands at 98.9% (2001), reflecting near-universal literacy. 72.7% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating strong digital connectivity.