Population of Mayotte, France
Population of Mayotte, France stood at 338,208 persons in 2026, according to INSEE – Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques (BDM). It is one of the indicators in the Population and demography table (Value · Annual), with a complete series running from 2014 to 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Population and demography table
| Indicator | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departments | |||||||||||
| Mayotte | 338,208 | 329,208 | 320,646 | 310,563 | 299,634 | 289,039 | 279,696 | 269,579 | 259,621 | 250,143 | |
| Ain | 698,810 | 692,166 | 685,867 | 679,344 | 671,289 | 663,202 | 657,856 | 652,432 | 647,634 | 643,350 |
Understanding population of Mayotte, France
Quantitative tracking of inhabitants within Mayotte measures the total count of permanent residents legally established across the island's administrative territory. The metric captures individuals with primary residency status, reflecting high natural increase rates and specific regional migration dynamics. It differs from older departmental series by incorporating expanded statistical coverage implemented in recent decades. Temporary visitors and unregistered non-residents are excluded from the official headcount.
Evaluating this dataset requires careful attention to the evolution of administrative data collection systems, which have matured over time. Annual comparisons provide the most reliable perspective on demographic expansion, bypassing the absence of sub-annual tracking. Early estimates are frequently refined as local civil status and housing registers become more exhaustive. Analysts must contextualize absolute figures against the unique institutional and geographic setting of the territory.
Frequently asked questions
- How has statistical coverage affected historical comparisons for Mayotte?
- Expanded administrative integration over time means older historical data may not be directly comparable to recent figures.
- Are unregistered migrants included in this official resident count?
- No, the series strictly counts individuals with legal primary residence status.
- What is the publishing frequency for Mayotte population statistics?
- The demographic series is updated on an annual basis.