Jamaica Percentage of population by degree of urbanization 2026: 72.89 %
Jamaica's percentage of population by degree of urbanization in 2026 is 72.89 % (estimate), up 0.1% from 2025. It ranks #136 of 237 countries.
Explore the percentage of population by degree of urbanization across countries, highlighting the shift towards urban living and its impact on economic growth and development. Understanding these trends is crucial for addressing urban planning and resource allocation.
Estimated value for 2026 (interpolated, no direct source).
Where Jamaica ranks (2026)
#136 of 237
Percentage of population by degree of urbanization over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends
| Year | Value | Change | % Change | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 72.89 % | +0.09 % | +0.12% | |
| 2025 | 72.8 % | +0.09 % | +0.12% | |
| 2024 | 72.71 % | +0.09 % | +0.12% | |
| 2023 | 72.62 % | +0.09 % | +0.12% | |
| 2022 | 72.53 % | +0.09 % | +0.12% | |
| 2021 | 72.45 % | +0.09 % | +0.12% | |
| 2020 | 72.36 % | 0.43 % | -0.59% | |
| 2019 | 72.79 % | 0.43 % | -0.59% | |
| 2018 | 73.22 % | 0.44 % | -0.59% | |
| 2017 | 73.66 % | 0.44 % | -0.59% | |
| 2016 | 74.1 % | 0.44 % | -0.59% | |
| 2015 | 74.54 % | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions About Jamaica Percentage of population by degree of urbanization
What is Jamaica's percentage of population by degree of urbanization in 2026?▾
Jamaica's percentage of population by degree of urbanization is 72.89 % in 2026 (estimate), according to United Nations Population Division.
Is Jamaica's percentage of population by degree of urbanization increasing or decreasing?▾
Jamaica's percentage of population by degree of urbanization rose by 0.1% from 2025 (72.80 %) to 2026 (72.89 %). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it fell by 1.6%.
How does Jamaica rank for percentage of population by degree of urbanization?▾
In 2026, Jamaica has the 136th highest percentage of population by degree of urbanization out of 237 countries with data.
What was Jamaica's percentage of population by degree of urbanization in 2015?▾
In 2015, Jamaica's percentage of population by degree of urbanization was 74.54 %. By 2026 it fell by 2.2%.
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