Population of Cayman Islands

As of September 2026, the population of Cayman Islands is 77.4 thousand. The number of inhabitants has increased by 1 thousand in the last year, representing a growth of 1.78%. The median age of the population has increased in recent years, rising from 35.5 years in 2016 to 39.1 years in 2026. Currently, life expectancy at birth is 80.9 years and population density is 320.3 inhabitants per square kilometer.

Population Growth

The population growth rate of Cayman Islands peaked in 1971, reaching around 5.9% annually, but has since declined to approximately 1.73% in 2026. The annual increase in the number of people has also decreased from a peak of around 1.53 thousand in 2011 to nearly 1.34 thousand in 2026.

Life Expectancy

In Cayman Islands, life expectancy at birth has been increasing, with the indicator rising from 75 years in 2006 to 80.9 years in 2026, representing an increase of almost 6 years over the past 2 decades.

Most populous cities in Cayman Islands

The cities of Cayman Islands are small, with the 5 most populated adding up to around 84.6 thousand inhabitants. The most populous city is George Town, with approximately 29.4 thousand inhabitants. It is followed by West Bay with 15.3 thousand and Bodden Town with 14.8 thousand.

These are the 20 most populous cities in Cayman Islands: