WILLEMSTAD – The Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) has published updated figures on Curaçao's population as of June 30, 2026, along with data on live births, deaths, and migration.
The publication of mid-year population figures is intended, among other purposes, to provide a more up-to-date picture of the population alongside the annual figures recorded on January 1. It also meets international reporting requirements, as mid-year population figures are frequently used as reference points by organizations such as the United Nations, World Bank, CARICOM, and PAHO/WHO.
CBS receives these annual figures from the Civil Registry (Kranshi).
Population Development
According to the population statistics, Curaçao had a total of 159,824 residents on June 30, 2026. On January 1, 2026, the population stood at 158,006.
This represents an increase of 1,818 people during the first half of 2026, equivalent to approximately 1.2%.
Of the 159,824 residents recorded on June 30, 87,639 were female and 72,185 were male. Women therefore accounted for approximately 54.8% of the population, while men represented 45.2%.
Birth Statistics
The available fertility data recorded a total of 560 live births, consisting of 293 boys and 267 girls. This corresponds to approximately 110 boys for every 100 girls.
The highest number of births occurred among mothers aged 30 to 34, with 166 live births registered in this age group.
Among mothers aged 25 to 29, there were 136 births, while mothers aged 35 to 39 accounted for 106 births.
A further 102 live births were recorded among mothers aged 20 to 24, while 27 births involved mothers younger than 20.
Among mothers aged 40 and older, 23 live births were registered.
The average age of mothers at the time of childbirth was approximately 29.5 years.
Mortality
According to the figures provided, a total of 805 deaths were registered during the reporting period.
There were 41 more deaths among men than women. Men accounted for approximately 52.5% of registered deaths, compared with 47.5% among women.
The data indicate that most deaths occurred among people aged 65 and older.
The highest number of deaths was recorded in the 80–84 age group, with 133 deaths, followed by the 75–79 age group, with 112 deaths.
Migration
During the first half of 2026, more people moved to Curaçao than left the island.
According to preliminary registration figures, Curaçao recorded 3,229 immigrants and 1,166 emigrants through June 30, 2026.
This means that immigration exceeded emigration by 2,063 people.
Additional Information
More detailed information about Curaçao's population development, including figures for January 1 and June 30 and historical population trends, is available on the CBS Curaçao website at www.cbs.cw/population.
The website also provides the tables titled "Mid-year populations 2026," which contain additional data on births, deaths, and migration.