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Guadeloupe population overview
Guadeloupe is the 18th most populous of 41 countries and territories in North America. The United Nations put the population at 373,938 on 1 January 2026; with an annual growth rate of -0.4% the live estimate on this page falls by roughly 4 people per day.
Over a full year that means about 3,852 births (10.3 per 1,000 people) and 3,777 deaths (10.1 per 1,000), and net emigration of roughly 1,458 people. The infant mortality rate is 6.2 per 1,000 live births.
UN World Population Prospects data show the population grew from 206,000 in 1950 to 375,100 in 2025 — a change of +82.1%, or +0.8% per year on average. It peaked at 404,000 in 2010 and has declined 7.7% since.
Demographically, the median age is 47.4 years; life expectancy at birth is 82.6 years.
Guadeloupe population statistics (2026)
| Population (live, October 2026) | 372,864 |
|---|---|
| UN estimate, 1 Jan 2026 | 373,938 |
| World rank | #181 of 238 |
| Rank in North America | #18 of 41 |
| Share of world population | 0.005% |
| Annual growth rate | -0.4% |
| Births per year est. | 3,852 |
| Deaths per year est. | 3,777 |
| Net migration per year est. | -1,458 |
| Birth rate | 10.3 per 1,000 |
| Death rate | 10.1 per 1,000 |
| Infant mortality | 6.2 per 1,000 births |
| Sex ratio | 82.4 males per 100 females |
| Median age | 47.4 years |
| Life expectancy | 82.6 years |
Guadeloupe population by year
| Year | Population | Change | Annual growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 (live, UN-based) | 372,864 | – | – |
| 2025 | 375,100 | -9,400 | -0.5% |
| 2020 | 384,500 | -12,500 | -0.6% |
| 2015 | 397,000 | -7,000 | -0.3% |
| 2010 | 404,000 | +5,000 | +0.2% |
| 2005 | 399,000 | +11,000 | +0.6% |
| 2000 | 388,000 | +17,000 | +0.9% |
| 1995 | 371,000 | +16,500 | +0.9% |
| 1990 | 354,500 | +24,000 | +1.4% |
| 1985 | 330,500 | +13,500 | +0.8% |
| 1980 | 317,000 | +1,000 | +0.1% |
| 1975 | 316,000 | +5,500 | +0.4% |
| 1970 | 310,500 | +14,500 | +1% |
| 1965 | 296,000 | +25,500 | +1.8% |
| 1960 | 270,500 | +41,000 | +3.3% |
| 1955 | 229,500 | +23,500 | +2.2% |
| 1950 | 206,000 | – | – |
Change and annual growth are measured against the previous row; growth is annualized where rows are five years apart. The live row extrapolates the UN estimate and is not directly comparable with the UN World Population Prospects series.
About Guadeloupe
Detailed indicators
International organizations don't publish detailed statistical series (CO₂, energy, water, economy) for Guadeloupe — this is normal for small territories and a few special cases. The live counters above run on the latest UN-based estimates, and the population history below comes from the UN World Population Prospects.
Population over time
- From 206,000 in 1950 to 372,864 today — up 81%.
- Population peaked at 404,000 in 2010 and is down 7.7% since.
- Average change over the last 50 years of data: +0.3% per year.
Guadeloupe in the news
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Guadeloupe in 2026?
As of October 2026, Guadeloupe has an estimated population of 372,864. The United Nations estimated 373,938 residents on 1 January 2026; the live figure on this page extrapolates that estimate using the -0.4% annual growth rate.
Is the population of Guadeloupe growing or shrinking?
It is shrinking at -0.4% per year — roughly 4 fewer people every day. Each year there are about 3,852 births and 3,777 deaths, with net migration of -1,458.
What is the median age in Guadeloupe?
The median age is 47.4 years, and life expectancy at birth is 82.6 years.
How does Guadeloupe rank by population?
Guadeloupe is the 181st most populous of 238 countries and territories worldwide and the 18th in North America, with 0.005% of the global population.
How has the population of Guadeloupe changed over time?
In 1950 the population was 206,000; by 2025 it had grown to 375,100 (+82.1%). The year-by-year table above lists the full UN World Population Prospects series.
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MayotteSources & method: the live population is a linear extrapolation of the UN World Population Prospects estimate for 1 January 2026 using the annual growth rate (-0.4%); births, deaths and migration counters apply the UN crude rates to the live figure. Historical series, area, GDP and other indicators are from the UN World Population Prospects; the encyclopedic summary is from Wikipedia. Figures are statistical estimates, not census counts. Page generated 2026-10-19. More about our data.