Kiribati, a small island nation in the central Pacific, has undergone steady demographic change over the past 70+ years. In 1950, Kiribati’s population was just 38,000 people. By 2024, the population has grown to around 135,000, more than tripling since the mid-20th century. According to UN forecasts, Kiribati’s population will continue to grow modestly, reaching a plateau of about 223,000 by 2100.
Historical Population Growth (1950–2024)
Kiribati’s population trends reflect both natural growth and the challenges of small island nations with limited resources:
- 1950s–1960s: Population increased gradually from 38,000 (1950) to 54,000 (1966).
- 1970s–1980s: Growth slowed, with the population fluctuating around 60,000–70,000.
- 1990s: Stronger growth resumed, with Kiribati surpassing 80,000 in 1994 and 90,000 in 2001.
- 2000s–2010s: The population climbed steadily, reaching 117,000 in 2015 and 124,000 in 2019.
- 2024: Today, Kiribati’s population stands at 135,000, continuing its steady upward trend.
Future Population Projections for Kiribati (2025–2100)
Long-term forecasts suggest Kiribati’s population will grow but stabilize by the late 21st century:
- 2030: 146,000
- 2050: 183,000
- 2075: 213,000
- 2100: 223,000
This indicates a gradual slowing of growth as fertility rates decline and migration patterns influence demographic change.
FAQ
Kiribati’s population in 2024 is 135,000 people.
It has grown from 38,000 in 1950 to 135,000 in 2024, a more than threefold increase.
Kiribati crossed the 100,000 mark in 2006.
By 2050, Kiribati is projected to have about 183,000 people.
No. Projections show population growth will stabilize around 223,000 by the end of the century.
Source:
United Nations. World Population Prospects 2024.
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