Nauru
Country statistics · 1990–present
Nauru at a Glance
Nauru is home to 11,947 people as of 2024, with a population that is growing very rapidly. At a GDP per capita of $18,475, it is an upper-middle-income economy — reflecting a diversifying economy with growing consumer markets. Life expectancy at birth stands at 62.3 years, well below the global average, reflecting ongoing public health challenges.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 11,947 as of 2024. With a birth rate of 24.6 and a death rate of 7.6 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at 17.0 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly 203 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Nauru is a small economy, with a total GDP that is projected at $233 million (2029 IMF projection). At $18,475 per person, it is classified as an upper-middle-income economy — reflecting a diversifying economy with growing consumer markets. Real GDP growth is projected at 2.0% in 2029, representing modest growth.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 62.3 years (2024), well below the global average, reflecting ongoing public health challenges. Current health expenditure per person is $2,292 (2023), representing moderate per-capita healthcare spending. The adult literacy rate stands at 96.6% (2023), reflecting high literacy rates. 83.0% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating strong digital connectivity. Access to safe drinking water reaches 18.7% of the population (2024), representing limited safe drinking water access, a significant public health priority.