Kiribati

Independent and Sovereign Republic of Kiribati

"A Pacific island nation threatened by rising sea levels, known for its coral atolls and fishing grounds."

Micronesia
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Parliamentary Republic

Capital City

South Tarawa

1.33°, 172.98°

Official Languages

English, Gilbertese

Population

132.53K

Total Area

811 km²

Population Density

163.42 people per km²

Currency

Australian dollar, Kiribati dollar

$, $

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

left

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#176
132,530

Total Population+1.6%

2023
#155
66.5 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#174
57.8%

Urban Population

2023
#52
3.15

Fertility Rate

2023
#56
88%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#188
$279.2M

GDP+4.1%

2023
#148
$2.1K

GDP per Capita

2023
#153
9.3%

Inflation

2023
#19
27.8

Gini Index

2019

Frequently Asked Questions About Kiribati

What is the capital of Kiribati?

Kiribati's capital city is South Tarawa.

What is the population of Kiribati?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Kiribati is approximately 132.53K people. This makes it the 176th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Kiribati?

Kiribati spans a total area of approximately 811 square kilometers (313.13 square miles).

Which continent is Kiribati in?

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

What is the GDP of Kiribati?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Kiribati is approximately $279.21M USD. This ranks Kiribati as the 188th largest economy out of 191 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.