What is the Population of Jamaica?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Jamaica has a population of approximately 2,825,544 people, making it the 139th most populated country of the 196 countries covered on this site — around 0.04% of the world's population. With a land area of 10,991 km², the population density is roughly 257 people per km².
| Population | 2,825,544 |
|---|---|
| Population rank | 139th of 196 |
| Share of world population | 0.04% |
| Area | 10,991 km² |
| Population density | 257 / km² |
| Demonym | Jamaican |
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Countries with a similar population
| Country | Population | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Jamaica | 2,825,544 | 139th |
| Armenia | 3,076,200 | 136th |
| Namibia | 3,022,401 | 137th |
| Lithuania | 2,894,886 | 138th |
| Moldova | 2,749,076 | 140th |
| Gabon | 2,469,296 | 141st |
| Gambia | 2,422,712 | 142nd |
Jamaica in context
- Jamaica covers 10,991 km², making it the 159th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Jamaica has no land borders with other countries on this site.
- With 2,825,544 people, Jamaica holds about 7.5% of the population of Caribbean.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Jamaica is a member state of the United Nations.
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Population of Jamaica — FAQ
What is the population of Jamaica?
The population of Jamaica is approximately 2,825,544 (2.8 million) based on the latest available data.
What is the population of Jamaica in 2026?
The latest estimate in our dataset puts the population of Jamaica at approximately 2,825,544 people (an estimate, not a live count — national statistics offices publish the official figures). Jamaica is the 139th most populated country in our dataset.
How many people live in Jamaica?
Approximately 2,825,544 people live in Jamaica, making it the 139th most populated country out of 196 covered on this site.
How does Jamaica rank by population?
Jamaica is the 139th most populated of the 196 countries covered on this site, with a world population share of 0.04%.
What is the population density of Jamaica?
Jamaica has a population density of roughly 257 people per km², based on a land area of 10,991 km².
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