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Palau Population

Palau Population

Palau consists of eight larger and over 250 smaller islands, and is one of the world’s smallest republics. The country was administered by the United States until 1994, and is still dependent on US aid.

Key figures and facts

  • Capital: Melekeok
  • Ethnic groups: Palaues (Micronesians with Malay and Melanesian background) 73%, Carolinians 2%, Asians 21.7%, European descendants 1.2%, other 2.1% (2015)
  • Language: Palauian (official in most islands) 65.2%, other Micronesian languages ​​1.9%, English (official) 19.1%, Filipino 9.9%, Chinese 1.2%, other 2.8% (2015)
  • Religion: Roman Catholic 45.3%, Protestants 34.9%, fashionist 5.7% (local religion), Muslims 3%, Mormons 1.5%, others 9.7% (2015)
  • Population: 21,984 (2018)
  • Control Form: Republic
  • Area: 460 km2
  • Currency: American dollar
  • GNP per capita: 16 305 PPP $
  • National Day: October 1st

Palau’s Population

In 2013, the population of Palau was estimated at 20,900 (the World Bank), of which 5,000 are foreign nationals (mainly Filipinos). About 6,000 Palauans live abroad. The population is Micronesians.

Around 2/3 of the population is concentrated in Koror with neighboring islands Malakai and Arakabesang. Babeldaob has approximately 3500 residents, Peleliu approximately 600, Angaur approximately 200 and Kayangel approximately 140. The islands in the southwest are very sparsely settled, five of the six southwest islands are inhabited, with a total of less than 100 residents.

Population of Palau by Year (Historical)

Year Population Annual Growth Rate Population Density Global Rank
2020 17,983 0.480% 39.3348 222
2019 17,897 0.560% 39.1478 222
2018 17,796 0.560% 38.9283 222
2017 17,697 0.470% 38.7130 222
2016 17,614 0.340% 38.5326 222
2015 17,554 -0.320% 38.4022 222
2010 17,844 -1.920% 39.0326 223
2005 19,670 0.700% 43.0022 221
2000 18,994 2.170% 41.5326 221
1995 17,053 2.650% 37.3130 221
1990 14,947 2.170% 32.7348 221
1985 13,417 2.120% 29.4087 221
1980 12,068 -1.150% 26.4761 219
1975 12,793 1.790% 28.0522 217
1970 11,700 1.430% 25.6761 217
1965 10,892 2.400% 23.9196 218
1960 9,660 3.260% 21.2413 218
1955 8,211 2.260% 18.0913 217
1950 7,330 0.000% 16.1761 216

Major Cities in Palau by Population

Rank City Population
1 Koror 13,889
2 Koror Town 12,565
3 Kloulklubed 591
4 Ulimang 470
5 Mengellang 377
6 Ngchesar Hamlet 189
7 Melekeok Village 160
8 Ngchemiangel 159
9 Ngerkeai 112
10 Ngardmau 110
11 Kayangel 77
12 Angaur State 77
13 Imeong Hamlet 21

Religion

Most of the residents are Catholic Christians.

Language

Official languages ​​are English and Palau, which belong to the Austronesian languages.

Read more:

  • Where is Palau Located?
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  • What is the Capital of Palau? Ngerulmud
  • Palau Flag and Meaning
  • Palau Import Restrictions
  • List of Foreign Embassies in Palau
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