Total number of people living in the country.
How many people live per square kilometer of land.
How long a newborn baby can expect to live on average.
Average number of children born to each woman. About 2.1 is needed to keep population stable.
Half the population is younger and half is older than this age.
Difference between people moving in and out. Positive means more arrivals.
Population Trend
How the total population has changed over the decades. A rising line means the country has been growing, a flat or falling line indicates stagnation or decline.
Population Projection to 2100
Estimated future population based on current trends in birth rates, death rates, and migration. The dashed line shows this is a projection, not actual data.
Birth Rate vs Death Rate
Birth rate (green) vs. death rate (red) per 1,000 people per year. When the birth rate is higher than the death rate, the population grows naturally.
Life Expectancy (Male vs Female)
Average number of years a newborn can expect to live. Blue shows men, red shows women. Women typically live longer in most countries.
Fertility Rate Trend
Total Fertility Rate — the average number of children per woman. A rate of about 2.1 is needed to maintain the population without immigration.
Population Pyramid
Shows the age distribution of the population. Blue bars (left) represent men, red bars (right) represent women. A wide base means a young population, a wide top means an aging population.
Historical Data
Detailed numbers for selected years showing how the country's key indicators have changed over time. Click column headers to sort.
| Year | Population | Growth Rate | Fertility Rate (TFR) | Life Expectancy | Median Age | Birth Rate | Death Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 14,703 | 0.00% | 8.08 | 54.4 | 19.0 | 46.9‰ | 16.1‰ |
| 1965 | 17,402 | 3.21% | 8.16 | 56.8 | 17.7 | 46.6‰ | 14.1‰ |
| 1970 | 22,530 | 5.59% | 8.08 | 58.8 | 19.9 | 47.7‰ | 11.4‰ |
| 1975 | 26,154 | 3.34% | 7.83 | 60.3 | 16.9 | 50.9‰ | 10.6‰ |
| 1980 | 30,774 | 3.42% | 7.37 | 61.0 | 7.0 | 51.1‰ | 9.3‰ |
| 1985 | 37,761 | 4.05% | 6.87 | 61.7 | 6.9 | 48.2‰ | 8.2‰ |
| 1990 | 44,629 | 2.36% | 5.97 | 61.8 | 7.0 | 42.4‰ | 7.6‰ |
| 1995 | 48,266 | 1.15% | 5.09 | 62.5 | 18.3 | 38.5‰ | 7.0‰ |
| 2000 | 50,706 | 1.00% | 4.70 | 63.3 | 22.2 | 38.2‰ | 6.7‰ |
| 2005 | 51,906 | 0.22% | 4.28 | 64.1 | 24.3 | 37.2‰ | 6.6‰ |
| 2010 | 52,044 | 0.05% | 3.67 | 64.5 | 23.9 | 30.9‰ | 6.5‰ |
| 2015 | 48,800 | -2.02% | 3.13 | 65.3 | 25.5 | 25.2‰ | 6.5‰ |
| 2020 | 42,706 | -3.00% | 2.99 | 65.4 | 27.5 | 23.4‰ | 7.3‰ |
| 2024 | 37,548 | -3.35% | 2.92 | 66.9 | 27.7 | 21.1‰ | 7.0‰ |
| 2025 | 36,290 | -3.35% | 2.92 | 67.0 | 27.8 | 21.1‰ | 7.0‰ |
| 2030 | 30,819 | -3.13% | 2.84 | 67.5 | 28.0 | 20.4‰ | 7.1‰ |
| 2035 | 26,476 | -2.90% | 2.77 | 68.0 | 28.2 | 19.7‰ | 7.2‰ |
| 2040 | 23,008 | -2.68% | 2.70 | 68.5 | 28.4 | 18.9‰ | 7.4‰ |
| 2045 | 20,224 | -2.46% | 2.62 | 69.0 | 28.6 | 18.2‰ | 7.5‰ |
| 2050 | 17,983 | -2.23% | 2.55 | 69.5 | 28.8 | 17.4‰ | 7.6‰ |
| 2055 | 16,172 | -2.01% | 2.47 | 70.0 | 29.0 | 16.7‰ | 7.8‰ |
| 2060 | 14,712 | -1.79% | 2.40 | 70.5 | 29.2 | 15.9‰ | 7.9‰ |
| 2065 | 13,536 | -1.56% | 2.32 | 71.0 | 29.4 | 15.2‰ | 8.1‰ |
| 2070 | 12,596 | -1.34% | 2.25 | 71.5 | 29.6 | 14.5‰ | 8.2‰ |
| 2075 | 11,854 | -1.12% | 2.17 | 72.0 | 29.8 | 13.7‰ | 8.3‰ |
| 2080 | 11,283 | -0.89% | 2.10 | 72.5 | 30.0 | 13.0‰ | 8.5‰ |
| 2085 | 10,861 | -0.67% | 2.02 | 73.0 | 30.2 | 12.2‰ | 8.6‰ |
| 2090 | 10,574 | -0.45% | 1.95 | 73.5 | 30.4 | 11.5‰ | 8.7‰ |
| 2095 | 10,409 | -0.22% | 1.87 | 74.0 | 30.6 | 10.7‰ | 8.9‰ |
| 2100 | 10,363 | 0.00% | 1.80 | 74.5 | 30.8 | 10.0‰ | 9.0‰ |
About Country — Marshall Islands
Marshall Islands is a country in Oceania (Micronesia) with a total population of 37,548 as of 2024. It covers an area of 181 km², resulting in a population density of 215.7 people per km².
The average life expectancy is 66.9 years (64.9 for men, 69.3 for women). The fertility rate stands at 2.92 children per woman, and the median age of the population is 27.7 years.
The country's population growth rate is -3.35% per year. Net migration is -1,765 people, indicating that more people are leaving the country than arriving. The infant mortality rate is 23.5 per 1,000 live births.
Demographic Profile
Marshall Islands is located in Micronesia, a part of Oceania, and covers an area of 181 km². With a population of 37,548, the country has a population density of 215.7 inhabitants per square kilometer, which is above the global average of approximately 60 people per km².
The demographic structure of Marshall Islands reveals a population in demographic transition. The median age of 27.7 years means that half of the population is younger and half is older than this age. The population is in a transitional phase, with declining birth rates and improving life expectancy gradually shifting the age structure toward an older profile.
Health and Longevity
Life expectancy in Marshall Islands stands at 66.9 years overall — 64.9 years for men and 69.3 years for women. This is close to the global average, indicating ongoing improvements in healthcare and living conditions. The infant mortality rate is 23.5 per 1,000 live births, which reflects moderate healthcare conditions with room for improvement.
Fertility and Population Growth
The total fertility rate (TFR) of 2.92 children per woman is above the replacement level of 2.1, contributing to population growth. The population is shrinking at a rate of -3.35% per year. This decline is driven by low birth rates, emigration, or a combination of both factors.
Migration
Net migration in Marshall Islands is -1,765 people, meaning more people are leaving the country than arriving. Emigration may reflect economic challenges or conflict, and can lead to brain drain as skilled workers seek opportunities elsewhere.
Outlook
Based on current demographic trends, Marshall Islands's population dynamics reflect broader patterns seen across Micronesia. The ongoing demographic transition will require careful policy planning to harness the potential of a changing population structure.
Year Reviews
2024
In 2024, Marshall Islands had a population of 37,548. Located in Oceania (Micronesia), the country experienced a population growth rate of -3.35%.
The total fertility rate stood at 2.92 children per woman. Life expectancy was 66.9 years overall, with men averaging 64.9 years and women 69.3 years. The median age of the population was 27.7 years.
The crude birth rate was 21.1 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 7.0 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -1,765 people. The infant mortality rate was 23.5 per 1,000 live births.
2000
In 2000, Marshall Islands had a population of 50,706. Located in Oceania (Micronesia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 1.00%.
The total fertility rate stood at 4.70 children per woman. Life expectancy was 63.3 years overall, with men averaging 61.0 years and women 66.2 years. The median age of the population was 22.2 years.
The crude birth rate was 38.2 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 6.7 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -1,110 people. The infant mortality rate was 33.7 per 1,000 live births.
1974
In 1974, Marshall Islands had a population of 25,296. Located in Oceania (Micronesia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 2.87%.
The total fertility rate stood at 7.90 children per woman. Life expectancy was 60.1 years overall, with men averaging 56.8 years and women 64.2 years. The median age of the population was 17.3 years.
The crude birth rate was 50.3 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 10.8 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to -145 people. The infant mortality rate was 52.5 per 1,000 live births.
1964
In 1964, Marshall Islands had a population of 16,852. Located in Oceania (Micronesia), the country experienced a population growth rate of 3.32%.
The total fertility rate stood at 8.14 children per woman. Life expectancy was 56.3 years overall, with men averaging 53.0 years and women 60.3 years. The median age of the population was 17.6 years.
The crude birth rate was 46.2 per 1,000 people, while the crude death rate was 14.4 per 1,000 people. Net migration amounted to 16 people. The infant mortality rate was 74.0 per 1,000 live births.
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