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#226 in worldAmericas

Anguilla

Anguilla

Current Population (Live)

16,010

Annual Growth Rate: +0.88%

As a microstate in Caribbean, Anguilla is home to just 16k people, making it one of the less populous countries in the world. Despite covering only 91 km², the territory records a density of 176 people per km². Its capital is The Valley, and English is the official language, while the Eastern Caribbean dollar serves as the national currency.

Population

16,010

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Area

91 km²

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Density

176/km²

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World Rank

#226

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General Information

Capital
The Valley
Region
Americas
Subregion
Caribbean
Continent
North America
Languages
English
Currencies
Eastern Caribbean dollar ($)
Calling Code
+1264
Top-Level Domain
.ai
Landlocked
No
UN Member
No
Timezones
UTC-04:00

Population Details

Total Population
16,010
Land Area
91 km²
Population Density
176 per km²
Annual Growth Rate
+0.88%
Annual Growth
+141 people
Daily Growth
+0 people
World Population Share
0.00%
Coordinates
18.25°, -63.17°

Global Population Share

Population Projections (2026-2050)

Near-zero growth suggests that Anguilla is entering a period of demographic stability—or, depending on policy responses, the early stages of decline. The territory's governance arrangements will influence how effectively it adapts to evolving population dynamics.

Anguilla projected population 2026 to 2050
YearProjected Population
202616,010
203016,577
203517,306
204018,060
204518,838
205019,644

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Anguilla?

The population of Anguilla is approximately 16,010 as of 2026, making it #226 in the world by population.

What is the capital of Anguilla?

The capital of Anguilla is The Valley.

What languages are spoken in Anguilla?

The main languages spoken in Anguilla are English.

How big is Anguilla?

Anguilla covers an area of 91 km² with a population density of 176 people per km².

Is Anguilla growing or shrinking?

Anguilla is growing at a rate of 0.88% per year, adding approximately 141 people annually.

What is the life expectancy in Anguilla?

Life expectancy data is not currently available for Anguilla.

What is the GDP per capita of Anguilla?

GDP per capita data is not currently available for Anguilla.