Solomon Islands

"A Pacific island nation known for its World War II history, coral reefs, and cultural diversity."

Melanesia
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy

Capital City

Honiara

-9.43°, 159.95°

Official Languages

English

Population

800.01K

Total Area

28.9K km²

Population Density

27.69 people per km²

Currency

Solomon Islands dollar

$

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

left

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#159
800,005

Total Population+2.4%

2023
#125
70.5 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#169
26.0%

Urban Population

2023
#44
3.56

Fertility Rate

2023
#148
42.5%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#176
$1.6B

GDP+3.1%

2023
#150
$2.0K

GDP per Capita

2023
#137
5.9%

Inflation

2023
#11
1.5%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#97
37.1

Gini Index

2012

Frequently Asked Questions About Solomon Islands

What is the capital of Solomon Islands?

Solomon Islands's capital city is Honiara.

What is the population of Solomon Islands?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Solomon Islands is approximately 800.01K people. This makes it the 159th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Solomon Islands?

Solomon Islands spans a total area of approximately 28,896 square kilometers (11,156.8 square miles).

Which continent is Solomon Islands in?

Solomon Islands is located in Oceania, specifically within the Melanesia subregion.

What is the GDP of Solomon Islands?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Solomon Islands is approximately $1.63B USD. This ranks Solomon Islands as the 176th 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.