Jamaica vs Gambia: What the Numbers Mean

Jamaica has a population of 2,837,077 and is growing at 0.87% per year.Gambia has a population of 2,822,093 and is growing at 0.87% per year. The difference between them is 14,984 people, with Jamaica in the lead.

Population is more than a headcount. Jamaica has a density of 258 people per km² across 10,991 km², while Gambia has a density of 264 people per km² across 10,689 km². These figures shape how each country manages housing, infrastructure, and resources. For how these numbers are computed, see our Methodology page.