Comoros: Population, Economy & Travel Facts

Essential data for planning your trip to Comoros — from population and demographics to economic indicators, healthcare infrastructure, tourism trends, and digital connectivity.

Population & Geography

Population
832,322
#160 of 197 countries
Area
2,235 km²
#183 of 248 countries
Density
372.4 / km²
#36 of 245 countries

Comoros has a population of 832,322 spread across 2,235 km², giving it an average density of 372.4 people per km². This moderate density means a mix of bustling cities and quieter rural areas to explore.

Demographics

Median Age
23.1
Life Expectancy
67.8 yrs
Literacy Rate
75.8%
Government
federal presidential republic
Religions
GDP by Sector

Population Trends

How a country's age structure is shifting tells you a lot about what to expect on the ground. A growing elderly population often means better healthcare and higher costs, while a young population signals energy and growth but potentially less developed infrastructure.

Age Structure Over Time
Population Growth Rate (%)
Urban vs Rural (%)
Birth & Death Rates (per 1,000)

Economy & Cost of Living

Understanding the local economy helps travellers budget effectively and set expectations. Comoros is classified as a lower middle income country by the World Bank. Prices are roughly 41% of US levels, meaning costs are moderate and most travellers will find it reasonably affordable.

Income Level
Lower middle income
GDP per Capita
$1,560
Cost of Living
41% of US
Inflation
8.4%
GDP per Capita (USD)
GDP Growth (%)
Inflation Rate (%)
Employment
GDP/Capita (PPP)
$3,600
Unemployment
3.9%

Tourism

Tourism data reveals how popular a destination is and how much infrastructure exists to support visitors. Tourism accounts for 26.8% of Comoros's total exports, making it a major pillar of the economy — expect well-developed tourist infrastructure, but also crowded hotspots.

Tourism Revenue
$18,500,000
Tourism % of Exports
26.8%
International Tourist Arrivals
Tourism Receipts (USD)
Air Passengers Carried
Tourism as % of Exports

Health & Safety Infrastructure

Healthcare quality matters when you're far from home. These indicators help gauge what level of medical care is available — Comoros has 0.42 physicians per 1,000 people, which is well below the global average of 1.7. Travel insurance with medical evacuation coverage is strongly recommended.

Physicians
0.42/1k
Hospital Beds
2.16/1k
Health Spend
$102/person
Infant Mortality
35.7/1k
Immunization
70%
Safe Drinking Water
85.1%
Bottled water recommended
Basic Sanitation
57.2%
Health Expenditure per Capita (USD)
Hospital Beds per 1,000

Connectivity & Digital Infrastructure

Staying connected while travelling is essential for navigation, communication, and remote work. In Comoros, 36% of the population uses the internet — connectivity can be limited outside major cities, so download offline maps and content before heading to rural areas. There are 110 mobile subscriptions per 100 people, and local SIM cards are easy to find.

Internet Users
35.7%
Mobile Subs
110/100
Broadband
0.4/100
Electricity Access
89.8%
Internet Users (%)
Urbanization (%)

Source: World Bank Open Data