Palau

Republic of Palau

"A Pacific island nation known for its pristine coral reefs, World War II history, and marine conservation."

Micronesia
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Presidential Republic

Capital City

Ngerulmud

7.50°, 134.62°

Official Languages

English, Palauan

Population

17.73K

Total Area

459 km²

Population Density

38.62 people per km²

Currency

United States dollar

$

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#191
17,727

Population-0.2%

2023
#134
69.27

Life Expectancy

2023
#189
82.4%

Urban Population

2023
#105
1.91

Fertility Rate

2023
#172
27%

Internet Users

2004

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#188
$281.85M

GDP+1.9%

2023
#62
$15.90K

GDP per Capita

2023
#58
2.2%

Inflation

2024

Frequently Asked Questions About Palau

What is the capital of Palau?

Palau's capital city is Ngerulmud.

What is the population of Palau?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Palau is approximately 17.73K people. This makes it the 191st most populous country out of 193 states.

How large is Palau?

Palau spans a total area of approximately 459 square kilometers (177.22 square miles).

Which continent is Palau in?

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

What is the GDP of Palau?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Palau is approximately $281.85M USD. This ranks Palau as the 188th 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.