Sint Maarten
Sint Maarten
Current Population (Live)
Annual Growth Rate: +0.88%
As a microstate in Caribbean, Sint Maarten is home to just 41.3k people, making it one of the less populous countries in the world. Despite covering only 34 km², the territory records a density of 1,216 people per km². Its capital is Philipsburg, and official languages include English, French, and Dutch, while the Netherlands Antillean guilder serves as the national currency.
Population
41,349
Area
34 km²
Density
1216/km²
World Rank
#216
Population Trend (1960-2050)
Historical data from 1960 to present with projections to 2050.
Annual Growth Rate by Period
Population growth has effectively stalled at 0% annually, suggesting the country is approaching or has reached a demographic plateau. The gap between the birth rate (9.1 per thousand) and death rate (8.1 per thousand) has narrowed considerably. The age distribution is relatively balanced, with 15.1% of residents under 15 and 13.9% over 65.
General Information
- Capital
- Philipsburg
- Region
- Americas
- Subregion
- Caribbean
- Continent
- North America
- Languages
- English, French, Dutch
- Currencies
- Netherlands Antillean guilder (ƒ)
- Calling Code
- +1721
- Top-Level Domain
- .sx
- Landlocked
- No
- UN Member
- No
- Timezones
- UTC-04:00
Population Details
- Total Population
- 41,349
- Land Area
- 34 km²
- Population Density
- 1,216 per km²
- Annual Growth Rate
- +0.88%
- Annual Growth
- +364 people
- Daily Growth
- +1 people
- World Population Share
- 0.00%
- Coordinates
- 18.03°, -63.05°
Global Population Share
Demographics & Economy
With a GDP per capita of roughly $41.5k, Sint Maarten sits comfortably in the high-income bracket by World Bank standards.
Life Expectancy
76.4 years
GDP per Capita
$41,473
Birth Rate
9.1 per 1,000
Death Rate
8.1 per 1,000
Urban Population
100.0%
Fertility Rate
1.45 births/woman
Under 15
15.1%
Over 65
13.9%
Age Distribution
0-14 years
6K
15-64 years
29K
65+ years
6K
Urbanization
Sint Maarten is overwhelmingly urban: an estimated 100% of the population lives in cities, one of the highest rates in the world. Philipsburg serves as the administrative heart of the country and concentrates much of its commercial and civic life. High density and high urbanization together create both efficiency gains and challenges around housing, transport, and environmental quality.
41,349
100.0%
0
0.0%
Health & Education Indicators
Average life expectancy of 76.4 years is roughly in line with the global benchmark of 72.8.
Life Expectancy
World avg: 72.8
Fertility Rate
World avg: 2.3
Population Projections (2026-2050)
Near-zero growth suggests that Sint Maarten is entering a period of demographic stability—or, depending on policy responses, the early stages of decline. Below-replacement fertility of 1.4 births per woman means natural growth alone cannot sustain the current population level indefinitely. The territory's governance arrangements will influence how effectively it adapts to evolving population dynamics.
| Year | Projected Population |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 41,349 |
| 2030 | 42,814 |
| 2035 | 44,697 |
| 2040 | 46,642 |
| 2045 | 48,653 |
| 2050 | 50,734 |
Neighboring Countries
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Sint Maarten?
The population of Sint Maarten is approximately 41,349 as of 2026, making it #216 in the world by population.
What is the capital of Sint Maarten?
The capital of Sint Maarten is Philipsburg.
What languages are spoken in Sint Maarten?
The main languages spoken in Sint Maarten are English, French, Dutch.
How big is Sint Maarten?
Sint Maarten covers an area of 34 km² with a population density of 1216 people per km².
Is Sint Maarten growing or shrinking?
Sint Maarten is growing at a rate of 0.88% per year, adding approximately 364 people annually.
What is the life expectancy in Sint Maarten?
The average life expectancy in Sint Maarten is 76.4 years.
What is the GDP per capita of Sint Maarten?
The GDP per capita of Sint Maarten is $41,473.