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Vanuatu

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

Vanuatu: GDP 3.6K intl$ per capita, population 327.8K, inflation 11.2%. Compare economy, demographics and cost of living with other countries.

Location

Key Facts

Region
East Asia & Pacific
East Asia & Pacific (excluding high income)
Population
327.8K
2024
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Geography and Government

Area
12,189 kmΒ²
Capital
Port Vila
ISO 2
VU
ISO 3
VUT
Calling code
+678
Internet TLD
.vu
Government type
parliamentary republic

Age Structure

0-14 years 31.1%
15-64 years 63.8%
65+ years 5.0%

Languages

Language Type Share Speakers
Indigenous Languages Official 82.6% -
Bislama Official 14.5% -
English Official 2.1% -
French Official 0.8% -

Religions

Religion Type Share Adherents
Protestant Minor 39.9% -
Roman Catholic Minor 12.1% -
Other Minor 12.0% -
Customary Beliefs Minor 3.1% -
Apostolic Minor 2.3% -
Church Of Jesus Christ Minor 1.8% -
None Minor 1.4% -
Unspecified Minor 0.1% -

Population & Demographics

Basic Demographics

Population, total
327.8K
2024
Population growth (annual %)
2.27%
2024
Population density (people per sq. km of land area)
26.3 per kmΒ²
2023
Urban population (% of total population)
22.3%
2024

Health Indicators

Life expectancy at birth, total (years)
71.7 years
2024
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
27.65 per 1,000
2024
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
5.02 per 1,000
2024
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)
3.57 children
2024
Mortality rate, infant (per 1,000 live births)
14.4 per 1,000
2024

Education

Educational attainment, at least completed short-cycle tertiary, population 25+, total (%) (cumulative)
0.1%
2020
Literacy rate, adult total (% of people ages 15 and above)
88.0%
2023

Economy Snapshot

Key Economic Indicators

GDP per capita (current US$)
$3.4K
2024
Inflation, consumer prices (annual %)
11.2%
2023
Unemployment, total (% of labor force)
5.1%
2025
GNI per capita (current US$)
$3.9K
2024

Macroeconomic Indicators

GDP (current US$)
$1.12B
2024
GDP growth (annual %)
0.9%
2024
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $)
3.6K intl$
2024
Central government debt, total (% of GDP)
72.3%
2023

Trade & External Sector

Trade (% of GDP)
63.6%
2022
Exports of goods and services (% of GDP)
9.4%
2022
Imports of goods and services (% of GDP)
54.2%
2022

Other Indicators

International tourism, number of arrivals
82.4K
2020
Tax revenue (% of GDP)
17.6%
2023
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP)
2.6%
2024

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average income in Vanuatu?

According to our data, the average income in Vanuatu is approximately $3,890 (GNI per capita) as of 2024. 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 Vanuatu in 2023?

The inflation rate in Vanuatu is 11.2% as of 2023. 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 Vanuatu compare to other countries in East Asia and Pacific?

Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu compares to neighboring and regional countries.

Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu'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 Vanuatu'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
VU
ISO 3
VUT
IOC code
VAN
Vehicle code
VU
Latitude
-17.74
Longitude
168.32

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