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Martinique population overview
Martinique is the 19th most populous of 41 countries and territories in North America. The United Nations put the population at 339,877 on 1 January 2026; with an annual growth rate of -0.8% the live estimate on this page falls by roughly 7 people per day.
Over a full year that means about 3,263 births (9.6 per 1,000 people) and 3,705 deaths (10.9 per 1,000), and net emigration of roughly 2,277 people. The infant mortality rate is 5.9 per 1,000 live births.
UN World Population Prospects data show the population grew from 222,000 in 1950 to 341,350 in 2025 — a change of +53.8%, or +0.6% per year on average. It peaked at 395,500 in 2005 and has declined 14.6% since.
Demographically, the median age is 50.2 years; life expectancy at birth is 83 years.
Martinique population statistics (2026)
| Population (live, October 2026) | 337,708 |
|---|---|
| UN estimate, 1 Jan 2026 | 339,877 |
| World rank | #183 of 238 |
| Rank in North America | #19 of 41 |
| Share of world population | 0.004% |
| Annual growth rate | -0.8% |
| Births per year est. | 3,263 |
| Deaths per year est. | 3,705 |
| Net migration per year est. | -2,277 |
| Birth rate | 9.6 per 1,000 |
| Death rate | 10.9 per 1,000 |
| Infant mortality | 5.9 per 1,000 births |
| Sex ratio | 82.8 males per 100 females |
| Median age | 50.2 years |
| Life expectancy | 83 years |
Martinique population by year
| Year | Population | Change | Annual growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 (live, UN-based) | 337,708 | – | – |
| 2025 | 341,350 | -20,650 | -1.2% |
| 2020 | 362,000 | -17,250 | -0.9% |
| 2015 | 379,250 | -15,000 | -0.8% |
| 2010 | 394,250 | -1,250 | -0.1% |
| 2005 | 395,500 | +12,000 | +0.6% |
| 2000 | 383,500 | +11,250 | +0.6% |
| 1995 | 372,250 | +12,250 | +0.7% |
| 1990 | 360,000 | +18,500 | +1.1% |
| 1985 | 341,500 | +13,750 | +0.8% |
| 1980 | 327,750 | +2,250 | +0.1% |
| 1975 | 325,500 | +3,500 | +0.2% |
| 1970 | 322,000 | +12,000 | +0.8% |
| 1965 | 310,000 | +27,000 | +1.8% |
| 1960 | 283,000 | +36,500 | +2.8% |
| 1955 | 246,500 | +24,500 | +2.1% |
| 1950 | 222,000 | – | – |
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 Martinique
Detailed indicators
International organizations don't publish detailed statistical series (CO₂, energy, water, economy) for Martinique — 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 222,000 in 1950 to 337,708 today — up 52.1%.
- Population peaked at 395,500 in 2005 and is down 14.6% since.
- Average change over the last 50 years of data: +0.1% per year.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Martinique in 2026?
As of October 2026, Martinique has an estimated population of 337,708. The United Nations estimated 339,877 residents on 1 January 2026; the live figure on this page extrapolates that estimate using the -0.8% annual growth rate.
Is the population of Martinique growing or shrinking?
It is shrinking at -0.8% per year — roughly 7 fewer people every day. Each year there are about 3,263 births and 3,705 deaths, with net migration of -2,277.
What is the median age in Martinique?
The median age is 50.2 years, and life expectancy at birth is 83 years.
How does Martinique rank by population?
Martinique is the 183rd most populous of 238 countries and territories worldwide and the 19th in North America, with 0.004% of the global population.
How has the population of Martinique changed over time?
In 1950 the population was 222,000; by 2025 it had grown to 341,350 (+53.8%). The year-by-year table above lists the full UN World Population Prospects series.
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GuadeloupeSources & method: the live population is a linear extrapolation of the UN World Population Prospects estimate for 1 January 2026 using the annual growth rate (-0.8%); 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.