British Virgin Islands
VGBLatin America & Caribbean High incomeCapital: Road Town▶About British Virgin Islands
with a population of 39,471. Key indicators include life expectancy of 77.3 years. Data sourced from the IMF World Economic Outlook and World Bank World Development Indicators.
The British Virgin Islands boasts a high-income economy, primarily driven by tourism, financial services, and offshore incorporation. Tourism is a significant contributor, attracting visitors to its pristine beaches and clear waters. The financial services sector is also crucial, with the islands serving as a major offshore financial center. The economy benefits from a stable political environment and a well-regulated business climate, which has attracted numerous international companies. The islands maintain a strong currency peg to the US dollar, ensuring economic stability. The society of the British Virgin Islands is characterized by a diverse population of approximately 39,471 people as of 2024. The life expectancy is 77.276 years, reflecting access to quality healthcare services. The islands are known for their multicultural environment, with influences from various regions, including Africa, Europe, and the Caribbean. English is the official language, and the education system is robust, preparing residents for both local and international opportunities. The islands also enjoy a high standard of living, supported by a strong economy and a focus on sustainable development.
▶Fiscal & Monetary1 indicator · 2017 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PPP Conversion Factor | 1.02 | 2017 | ▼ 3.4% | WB |
▶Trade1 indicator · 2024 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FDI Net Inflows (USD) | $53.60B | 2024 | ▲ 34.4% | WB |
▶People23 indicators · 2023–2025 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 39,471 | 2024 | ▲ 1.2% | WB |
| Population Growth (%) | 1.2% | 2024 | ▼ 28.1% | WB |
| Population Density (per km²) | 260 | 2023 | ▲ 1.7% | WB |
| Surface Area (sq km) | 150 | 2023 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Land Area (sq km) | 150 | 2023 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Urban Population (%) | 56.5% | 2024 | ▲ 1.6% | WB |
| Urban Population (total) | 22,304 | 2024 | ▲ 2.8% | WB |
| Rural Population (%) | 43.5% | 2024 | ▼ 2.0% | WB |
| Life Expectancy at Birth | 77.3 years | 2023 | ▲ 0.1% | WB |
| Life Expectancy, Male | 74.5 years | 2023 | ▲ 0.1% | WB |
| Life Expectancy, Female | 80.0 years | 2023 | ▲ 0.1% | WB |
| Fertility Rate (births per woman) | 1 | 2023 | ▲ 2.0% | WB |
| Birth Rate (per 1,000) | 8.3 | 2023 | ▼ 1.0% | WB |
| Death Rate (per 1,000) | 6 | 2023 | ▲ 1.1% | WB |
| Net Migration | 153 | 2025 | ▼ 27.8% | WB |
| Population Ages 0–14 (%) | 14.5% | 2024 | ▼ 4.3% | WB |
| Population Ages 15–64 (%) | 75.9% | 2024 | ▲ 0.3% | WB |
| Population Ages 65+ (%) | 9.6% | 2024 | ▲ 4.6% | WB |
| Age Dependency Ratio (%) | 31.8% | 2024 | ▼ 1.2% | WB |
| Old-Age Dependency Ratio (%) | 12.7% | 2024 | ▲ 4.2% | WB |
| Youth Dependency Ratio (%) | 19.1% | 2024 | ▼ 4.6% | WB |
| Mortality Rate, Adult Male (per 1,000) | 102.2 | 2023 | ▼ 0.5% | WB |
| Mortality Rate, Adult Female (per 1,000) | 50.3 | 2023 | ▼ 1.1% | WB |
▶Education17 indicators · 2017–2025 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education Spending (% of GDP) | 3.2% | 2023 | ▲ 27.7% | WB |
| Education Spending (% of govt expenditure) | 13.6% | 2025 | ▲ 25.1% | WB |
| Primary School Enrollment (%) | 72.8% | 2024 | ▼ 16.6% | WB |
| Secondary School Enrollment (%) | 75.6% | 2024 | ▲ 7.3% | WB |
| Tertiary School Enrollment (%) | 29.6% | 2024 | ▲ 10.9% | WB |
| Primary Completion Rate (%) | 46.4% | 2024 | ▼ 42.6% | WB |
| Lower Secondary Completion Rate (%) | 74.8% | 2024 | ▲ 16.7% | WB |
| Out-of-School Children, Primary | 1,080 | 2024 | ▲ 144.9% | WB |
| Out-of-School Girls, Primary | 555 | 2024 | ▲ 166.8% | WB |
| Primary School Teachers | 247 | 2024 | ▼ 11.5% | WB |
| Secondary School Teachers | 195 | 2023 | ▼ 35.2% | WB |
| Pupil-Teacher Ratio, Primary | 12 | 2017 | ▲ 10.2% | WB |
| Pupil-Teacher Ratio, Secondary | 9 | 2017 | ▲ 16.9% | WB |
| Expenditure per Student, Primary (% of GDP/cap) | 29.9% | 2017 | ▲ 80.3% | WB |
| Pupil-Teacher Ratio (Primary) | 6.9 | 2023 | ▼ 57.8% | WB |
| Education Spending, Secondary (% of govt) | 35.1% | 2017 | ▲ 84.2% | WB |
| Education Spending, Tertiary (% of govt) | 35.1% | 2017 | ▲ 58.6% | WB |
▶Health6 indicators · 2018–2024 · WHO
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nurses & Midwives (per 1,000) | 9.1 | 2018 | ▼ 2.8% | WHO |
| Infant Mortality (per 1,000 live births) | 12.7 | 2023 | ▼ 3.1% | WHO |
| Neonatal Mortality (per 1,000) | 6.6 | 2023 | ▼ 2.9% | WHO |
| Under-5 Mortality, Female (per 1,000) | 12.6 | 2023 | ▼ 3.8% | WHO |
| Under-5 Mortality, Male (per 1,000) | 12.8 | 2023 | ▼ 3.0% | WHO |
| Tuberculosis Incidence (per 100,000) | 0 | 2024 | — | WHO |
▶Energy & Environment12 indicators · 2016–2024 · WB / WHO
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CO₂ Emissions (tonnes per capita) | 2.3 | 2024 | ▲ 2.2% | WB |
| CO₂ Emissions (total kilotonnes) | 0 | 2024 | ▲ 3.5% | WB |
| Renewable Electricity Output (%) | 2.3% | 2021 | ▼ 0.3% | WB |
| Renewable Energy Consumption (%) | 1.3% | 2022 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Access to Electricity (%) | 100.0% | 2023 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Forest Area (%) | 24.1% | 2023 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Forest Area (sq km) | 36 | 2023 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Arable Land (%) | 6.7% | 2023 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Terrestrial Protected Areas (%) | 0.0% | 2024 | — | WB |
| Marine Protected Areas (%) | 0.0% | 2024 | — | WB |
| Access to Basic Drinking Water (%) | 99.9% | 2024 | ▲ 0.0% | WHO |
| Access to Basic Sanitation (%) | 96.9% | 2016 | ▲ 0.0% | WHO |
▶Agriculture2 indicators · 2023 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Land (%) | 46.7% | 2023 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Total Fisheries Production (metric tonnes) | 1,127 | 2023 | ▼ 0.9% | WB |
▶Technology4 indicators · 2017–2024 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Internet Users (%) | 77.7% | 2017 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Mobile Subscriptions (per 100 people) | 93 | 2022 | ▼ 6.7% | WB |
| Fixed Broadband Subscriptions (per 100) | 17.8 | 2022 | ▼ 14.7% | WB |
| Secure Internet Servers (per million) | 1.4M | 2024 | ▼ 27.2% | WB |
▶Infrastructure3 indicators · 2019–2021 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Container Port Traffic (TEU) | 45,956 | 2019 | ▼ 18.4% | WB |
| Electricity from Oil (%) | 97.7% | 2021 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Electricity from Nuclear (%) | 0.0% | 2021 | — | WB |
▶Gender5 indicators · 2017–2023 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Girls Out-of-School Rate (%) | 150.0% | 2017 | ▲ 6.3% | WB |
| Adolescent Fertility Rate (per 1,000) | 15.3 | 2023 | ▲ 5.0% | WB |
| Gender Parity Index, Primary | 150.16 | 2017 | ▲ 5.0% | WB |
| Gender Parity Index, Secondary | 1.11 | 2017 | ▼ 0.2% | WB |
| Gender Parity in Primary Education | 0.99 | 2021 | ▼ 2.4% | WB |
▶Tourism3 indicators · 2012–2020 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Tourism, Arrivals | 83,000 | 2020 | ▼ 72.6% | WB |
| International Tourism, Departures | 139,000 | 2012 | ▼ 4.1% | WB |
| Tourism Receipts (USD) | $484.0M | 2015 | ▲ 5.4% | WB |
▶Urban Development3 indicators · 2022–2024 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Population Growth (%) | 2.8% | 2024 | ▼ 14.6% | WB |
| Population in Slums (% of urban) | 0.1% | 2022 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Rural Population Growth (%) | -0.7% | 2024 | ▼ 336.4% | WB |
