Ascension's 2026 population is now estimated at 769. In 1987, the population of Ascension was 960. Ascension experienced a decrease of -40 residents over the past year, marking an annual decline of -4.94%. These population values and projections come from Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha component census/estimate series via CityPopulation and World Population Review Internal Projections .
| City | 2026 Pop. ↓ | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| St. Helena | 3,942 | -2.35% |
| Jamestown | 3,942 | -2.35% |
| Ascension | 769 | -4.94% |
| Tristan da Cunha | 270 | 0.75% |