Marshall Islands: Population, Economy & Travel Facts

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

Population & Geography

Population
58,413
#189 of 197 countries
Area
181 km²
#226 of 248 countries
Density
322.7 / km²
#43 of 245 countries

Marshall Islands has a population of 58,413 spread across 181 km², giving it an average density of 322.7 people per km². This moderate density means a mix of bustling cities and quieter rural areas to explore.

Population Density Map

Population density map of Marshall Islands
< 5 25–100 500–1k 2.5k–5k > 10k / km²

Most Populous Cities

Majuro
25,400
1608 / km²
Ebaye
15,000
434 / km²
Arno
2,068
24 / km²
Laura, Marshall Islands
1,547
1125 / km²
Jabor
1,200
Wotje
880
59 / km²
Mili
854
14 / km²
Namdrik
814
65 / km²
Ebon
714
37 / km²
Kili
602
180 / km²

Demographics

Median Age
25.9
Life Expectancy
75.2 yrs
Literacy Rate
95.8%
Government
mixed presidential-parliamentary system in free association with the US
Ethnic Groups
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. Marshall Islands is classified as an upper middle income country by the World Bank. Prices are roughly 90% of US levels, meaning costs are comparable to the United States.

Income Level
Upper middle income
GDP per Capita
$6,793
Cost of Living
90% of US
Inequality
35.5
Moderate
GDP per Capita (USD)
GDP Growth (%)
Inflation Rate (%)
Employment
GDP/Capita (PPP)
$7,200

Tourism

Tourism data reveals how popular a destination is and how much infrastructure exists to support visitors. Tourism accounts for 15.6% of Marshall Islands's total exports, making it a major pillar of the economy — expect well-developed tourist infrastructure, but also crowded hotspots.

Tourism % of Exports
15.6%
Air Passengers
29,502
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 — Marshall Islands has 0.47 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
0.47/1k
Hospital Beds
2.8/1k
Health Spend
$894/person
Infant Mortality
23.5/1k
Immunization
88%
Safe Drinking Water
87.4%
Bottled water recommended
Basic Sanitation
79.0%
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 Marshall Islands, 66% of the population uses the internet — WiFi is available in cities and tourist areas, but coverage may be patchy in rural regions. There are 40 mobile subscriptions per 100 people.

Internet Users
65.7%
Mobile Subs
40/100
Broadband
2.4/100
Internet Users (%)
Urbanization (%)

Source: World Bank Open Data