Solomon Islands
Country statistics · 1990–present
Solomon Islands at a Glance
Solomon Islands is home to 819,198 people as of 2024, with a population that is growing very rapidly. At a GDP per capita of $2,577, it is a low-income economy — reflecting an economy where significant development opportunity remains. Life expectancy at birth stands at 70.7 years, below the global average.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 819,198 as of 2024. With a birth rate of 26.7 and a death rate of 5.1 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at 21.6 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly 18,000 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Solomon Islands is a small economy, with a total GDP that is projected at $2 billion (2029 IMF projection). At $2,577 per person, it is classified as a low-income economy — reflecting an economy where significant development opportunity remains. Real GDP growth is projected at 3.0% in 2029, representing modest growth.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 70.7 years (2024), below the global average. Current health expenditure per person is $111 (2023), representing very low per-capita healthcare spending, a common constraint in lower-income economies. The adult literacy rate stands at 76.6% (1999), reflecting literacy rates that remain a key development focus. 29.0% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating limited internet penetration, with significant scope for digital expansion.