Rank #206 by World Population
🇻🇺Vanuatu
Vanuatu has a population of 320,409, ranking #206 in the world. The capital is Port-Vila. Located in East Asia & Pacific.
World Bank: Lower middle income
320,409
Population
#206
World Rank
71.5
Life Expectancy
$3,483
GDP Per Capita
Vanuatu, #206 by world population
Vanuatu Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Vanuatu had a population of 64,431 in 1960 and 327,777 in 2024, a 5.1× growth over 64 years. The peak was 327,777 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.57%.
327,777
Population (2024)
64,431
Population (1960)
327,777
Peak (2024)
2.57%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 64,431 |
| 1961 | 66,264 |
| 1962 | 68,174 |
| 1963 | 70,159 |
| 1964 | 72,219 |
| 1965 | 74,358 |
| 1966 | 76,590 |
| 1967 | 78,921 |
| 1968 | 81,314 |
| 1969 | 83,755 |
| 1970 | 86,266 |
| 1971 | 88,862 |
| 1972 | 91,562 |
| 1973 | 94,362 |
| 1974 | 97,260 |
| 1975 | 100,269 |
| 1976 | 103,388 |
| 1977 | 106,618 |
| 1978 | 109,963 |
| 1979 | 113,040 |
| 1980 | 115,660 |
| 1981 | 118,249 |
| 1982 | 121,035 |
| 1983 | 123,998 |
| 1984 | 127,109 |
| 1985 | 130,356 |
| 1986 | 133,720 |
| 1987 | 137,187 |
| 1988 | 140,756 |
| 1989 | 144,393 |
| 1990 | 148,063 |
| 1991 | 151,793 |
| 1992 | 155,608 |
| 1993 | 159,463 |
| 1994 | 163,314 |
| 1995 | 167,137 |
| 1996 | 170,911 |
| 1997 | 174,626 |
| 1998 | 178,313 |
| 1999 | 182,048 |
| 2000 | 186,281 |
| 2001 | 191,031 |
| 2002 | 195,863 |
| 2003 | 200,746 |
| 2004 | 205,711 |
| 2005 | 210,760 |
| 2006 | 215,923 |
| 2007 | 221,276 |
| 2008 | 226,896 |
| 2009 | 232,731 |
| 2010 | 238,248 |
| 2011 | 243,474 |
| 2012 | 248,883 |
| 2013 | 254,482 |
| 2014 | 260,240 |
| 2015 | 266,101 |
| 2016 | 272,087 |
| 2017 | 278,507 |
| 2018 | 285,259 |
| 2019 | 291,985 |
| 2020 | 298,858 |
| 2021 | 305,868 |
| 2022 | 313,046 |
| 2023 | 320,409 |
| 2024 | 327,777 |
Demographics
| Population | 320,409 |
| Population Growth Rate | 2.32% |
| Urban Population | 22.3% |
| Fertility Rate | 3.60 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 71.5 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 14.7 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | 88.0% |
Economy & Trade
$3,483
GDP Per Capita
5.0%
Unemployment Rate
Lower middle income
Income Level
32.3
Gini Index (inequality)
82,400.002
Tourism Arrivals
Health & Education
4.1%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
7.6%
Education Expenditure (% GDP)
88.0%
Literacy Rate
14.7
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
61.6%
Electricity Access
82
Mobile Subs per 100
26.3
People per km2
0
Net Migration
Environment
36.3%
Forest Area
Vanuatu Climate
Vanuatu has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F) and receives about 2323 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is February and the coldest is July. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
24.8°C
Avg Temp
2323
Precip (mm/yr)
Feb
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 27° / 80° | 262 mm |
| February | 27° / 80° | 277 mm |
| March | 27° / 80° | 363 mm |
| April | 26° / 78° | 228 mm |
| May | 25° / 76° | 167 mm |
| June | 24° / 74° | 160 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 123 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 132 mm |
| September | 23° / 74° | 120 mm |
| October | 24° / 76° | 151 mm |
| November | 25° / 78° | 164 mm |
| December | 26° / 79° | 176 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Vanuatu
The most comfortable months to visit Vanuatu are typically July, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is February (around 31°C high). The coldest is July (near 19°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Vanuatu in global context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Vanuatu has a population of 320,409, ranking #206 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 2.32%.
Life expectancy in Vanuatu is 71.5 years. The infant mortality rate is 14.7 per 1,000 live births.
Vanuatu's GDP per capita is $3,483. It is classified as a lower middle income country by the World Bank.
22.3% of Vanuatu's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 26.3 people per square kilometer.
The adult literacy rate in Vanuatu is 88.0%. The country spends 7.6% of GDP on education.
The most comfortable months to visit Vanuatu are typically July, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Vanuatu has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C and about 2323 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically February and the coldest is July.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
Vanuatu is a country in East Asia & Pacific with a population of 320,409. The population is expanding fast — roughly 2.3% annually.
GDP per capita is roughly $3,483, placing Vanuatu among lower-income economies. Life expectancy is 71.5 years, with a fertility rate of 3.6 births per woman, and 22.3% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.