Over 100 nationalities on one small island
According to the Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS Aruba), Aruba had 109,435 inhabitants in mid-2025. The 2020 census counted around 108,000 people.
The population is very diverse: residents represent more than 100 nationalities, with Indigenous, African, European, Asian and Latin American roots.
Languages
Papiamento and Dutch are the official languages. Papiamento, a Creole language with Portuguese, Spanish, Dutch, English and African influences, is spoken in most homes. English and Spanish are widely spoken too, and many Arubans speak four languages.
Good to know
- Population: 109,435 (CBS Aruba, mid-2025)
- Official languages: Papiamento and Dutch
- Also widely spoken: English and Spanish
- Statistics: CBS Aruba
Information on this page can change over time, so check official sources for the latest details.
See also: more about Aruba.
Last updated: September 2026.
