Urbanization Growth in Brunei from 1990 to 2023

Brunei’s urbanization rate rose from 66.4% in 1990 to 79.1% in 2023, reflecting substantial growth over three decades. Brunei’s economic focus on oil and gas, predominantly concentrated in urban centers like Bandar Seri Begawan, has driven a steady urbanization trend. The 1990s and 2000s saw rapid urban migration, as people moved towards cities for employment and access to better healthcare, education, and other essential services. By 2010, Brunei’s urbanization reached 75%, with continued, though slower, increases into the 2020s. The sustained urbanization rate showcases the country’s focus on diversifying its economy while modernizing urban infrastructure. By 2023, Brunei’s urbanization reached 79.1%, aligning with its continued efforts to enhance urban living standards as it transitions towards a more knowledge-based economy.