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Samoa

WSM Β· East Asia and Pacific / East Asia and Pacific (excluding high income)

Samoa: GDP 9.3K intl$ per capita, population 219.3K, inflation 2.2%. Compare economy, demographics and cost of living with other countries.

Location

Key Facts

Region
East Asia & Pacific
East Asia & Pacific (excluding high income)
Population
219.3K
2025
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Geography and Government

Area
2,842 kmΒ²
Capital
Apia
ISO 2
WS
ISO 3
WSM
Calling code
+685
Internet TLD
.ws
Government type
parliamentary republic

Age Structure

0-14 years 26.9%
15-64 years 65.9%
65+ years 7.2%

Languages

Language Type Share Speakers
Samoan Official 91.1% -
Samoan/English Official 6.7% -
Unspecified Official 1.6% -
English Official 0.5% -
Other Official 0.2% -

Religions

Religion Type Share Adherents
Protestant Major 54.9% -
Roman Catholic Minor 18.8% -
Church Of Jesus Christ Minor 16.9% -
Other Christian Minor 3.6% -
Other Minor 2.9% -
Worship Centre Minor 2.8% -
None Minor 0.2% -

Population & Demographics

Basic Demographics

Population, total
219.3K
2025
Population growth (annual %)
0.59%
2025
Population density (people per sq. km of land area)
77.9 per kmΒ²
2023
Urban population (% of total population)
17.5%
2025

Health Indicators

Life expectancy at birth, total (years)
71.8 years
2024
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
24.97 per 1,000
2024
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
6.16 per 1,000
2024
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)
3.80 children
2024
Mortality rate, infant (per 1,000 live births)
12.3 per 1,000
2024

Education

Literacy rate, adult total (% of people ages 15 and above)
98.0%
2019

Economy Snapshot

Key Economic Indicators

GDP per capita (current US$)
$5.9K
2025
Inflation, consumer prices (annual %)
2.2%
2025
Unemployment, total (% of labor force)
5.0%
2025
GNI per capita (current US$)
$5.6K
2025

Macroeconomic Indicators

GDP (current US$)
$1.29B
2025
GDP growth (annual %)
4.2%
2025
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $)
9.3K intl$
2025

Trade & External Sector

Trade (% of GDP)
70.6%
2025
Exports of goods and services (% of GDP)
27.6%
2025
Imports of goods and services (% of GDP)
43.0%
2025

Other Indicators

International tourism, number of arrivals
23.9K
2020
Tax revenue (% of GDP)
24.0%
2023
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP)
0.2%
2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average income in Samoa?

According to our data, the average income in Samoa is approximately $5,640 (GNI per capita) as of 2025. This figure represents Gross National Income per capita and provides insight into the economic prosperity and living standards in the country.

What is the inflation rate in Samoa in 2025?

The inflation rate in Samoa is 2.2% as of 2025. Inflation measures the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises, eroding purchasing power. This data is updated regularly from reliable sources like the World Bank and IMF.

How does Samoa compare to other countries in East Asia and Pacific?

Samoa is located in East Asia and Pacific and can be compared with other countries in the region across various economic and demographic indicators including inflation rates, unemployment, average income, cost of living, population statistics, and life expectancy. Explore our comprehensive inflation comparison, unemployment rankings, cost of living data, population statistics, and life expectancy data to see how Samoa compares to neighboring and regional countries.

Samoa is located in East Asia and Pacific, East Asia and Pacific (excluding high income). Explore detailed statistics on economy, population, demographics, inflation, unemployment, and cost of living, with up-to-date data from the World Bank, IMF, UN, and other authoritative sources.

Our comprehensive database provides real-time insights into Samoa's economic performance and demographic trends, allowing you to compare with other countries and understand global patterns. Access current economic indicators, population statistics, historical data, and comparative analysis to gain a deeper understanding of Samoa's economic and demographic landscape. For detailed economic data, visit our economy page, and for demographic information, explore our population statistics section.

Sources and References

Data sources: World Bank, IMF, UN Data, Transparency International.

All data is compiled from publicly available sources and updated regularly. Economic indicators may vary based on reporting methodologies and data availability periods.

Codes and Abbreviations

ISO 2
WS
ISO 3
WSM
IOC code
SAM
Vehicle code
WS
Latitude
-13.83
Longitude
-171.75

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