Nauru

Republic of Nauru

"A tiny Pacific island nation, once wealthy from phosphate mining, now facing environmental challenges."

Micronesia
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Parliamentary Republic

Capital City

Yaren

-0.55°, 166.92°

Official Languages

English, Nauru

Population

11.88K

Total Area

21 km²

Population Density

565.48 people per km²

Currency

Australian dollar

$

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

left

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#192
11,875

Population+0.6%

2023
#179
62.11

Life Expectancy

2023
#191
100.0%

Urban Population

2023
#47
3.33

Fertility Rate

2023
#88
81.7%

Internet Users

2020

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#191
$154.17M

GDP+0.6%

2023
#69
$12.98K

GDP per Capita

2023
#7
-0.1%

Inflation

2012
#53
32.4

Gini Index

2012

Frequently Asked Questions About Nauru

What is the capital of Nauru?

Nauru's capital city is Yaren.

What is the population of Nauru?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Nauru is approximately 11.88K people. This makes it the 192nd most populous country out of 193 states.

How large is Nauru?

Nauru spans a total area of approximately 21 square kilometers (8.11 square miles).

Which continent is Nauru in?

Nauru is located in Oceania, specifically within the Micronesia subregion.

What is the GDP of Nauru?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Nauru is approximately $154.17M USD. This ranks Nauru as the 191st largest economy out of 192 sovereign states worldwide.

Note: The information on this page has been compiled from authoritative sources. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please note that some figures may not be current or entirely precise.