Fiji
Republic of Fiji
Current Population (Live)
Annual Growth Rate: +0.43%
Situated in Melanesia, Fiji has a population of approximately 900.9k—a modestly sized nation in population terms. The country extends across 18,272 km², translating to a density of 49 people per km². Its capital is Suva, and official languages include English, Fijian, and Fiji Hindi, while the Fijian dollar serves as the national currency.
Population
900,869
Area
18,272 km²
Density
49/km²
World Rank
#163
Population Trend (1960-2050)
Historical data from 1960 to present with projections to 2050.
Annual Growth Rate by Period
Population growth has effectively stalled at 0% annually, suggesting the country is approaching or has reached a demographic plateau. Births occur at 18 per thousand against deaths at 9.3 per thousand, yielding a moderate natural surplus. The age distribution is relatively balanced, with 27.1% of residents under 15 and 6.5% over 65.
General Information
- Capital
- Suva
- Region
- Oceania
- Subregion
- Melanesia
- Continent
- Oceania
- Languages
- English, Fijian, Fiji Hindi
- Currencies
- Fijian dollar ($)
- Calling Code
- +679
- Top-Level Domain
- .fj
- Landlocked
- No
- UN Member
- Yes
- Timezones
- UTC+12:00
Population Details
- Total Population
- 900,869
- Land Area
- 18,272 km²
- Population Density
- 49 per km²
- Annual Growth Rate
- +0.43%
- Annual Growth
- +3,874 people
- Daily Growth
- +11 people
- World Population Share
- 0.01%
- Coordinates
- -17.71°, 178.06°
Global Population Share
Demographics & Economy
GDP per capita stands at approximately $6.4k, placing the economy in the upper-middle-income category—below the global average of $12.5k. Unemployment sits at 5.3%, roughly in line with the global average of 5.8%. The Gini index of 30.7 indicates a moderate level of income inequality.
Life Expectancy
67.3 years
GDP per Capita
$6,426
Birth Rate
18.0 per 1,000
Death Rate
9.3 per 1,000
Urban Population
59.1%
Fertility Rate
2.28 births/woman
Infant Mortality
23.8 per 1,000
Unemployment
5.3%
Internet Users
79.3%
Under 15
27.1%
Over 65
6.5%
Health Spending
3.6% GDP
Gini Index
30.7
Age Distribution
0-14 years
244K
15-64 years
598K
65+ years
58K
Urbanization
About 59.1% of the population is urban, indicating a society in the midst of a rural-to-urban transition. Suva serves as the administrative heart of the country and concentrates much of its commercial and civic life. Net emigration of 3288.0 per thousand is thinning rural areas in particular, accelerating the concentration of population in cities.
532,233
59.1%
368,636
40.9%
Health & Education Indicators
Average life expectancy of 67.3 years is roughly in line with the global benchmark of 72.8. Infant mortality stands at 23.8 per thousand live births, roughly in line with the global average. Health expenditure accounts for about 3.6% of GDP, shaping the reach and quality of medical services available to the population.
Life Expectancy
World avg: 72.8
Fertility Rate
World avg: 2.3
Infant Mortality
World avg: 27.5
Internet Users
World avg: 63
Population Projections (2026-2050)
Near-zero growth suggests that Fiji is entering a period of demographic stability—or, depending on policy responses, the early stages of decline. As a United Nations member state, Fiji participates in global discussions on sustainable development that will shape its demographic future.
| Year | Projected Population |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 900,869 |
| 2030 | 917,448 |
| 2035 | 940,650 |
| 2040 | 966,470 |
| 2045 | 994,792 |
| 2050 | 1,025,531 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Fiji?
The population of Fiji is approximately 900,869 as of 2026, making it #163 in the world by population.
What is the capital of Fiji?
The capital of Fiji is Suva.
What languages are spoken in Fiji?
The main languages spoken in Fiji are English, Fijian, Fiji Hindi.
How big is Fiji?
Fiji covers an area of 18,272 km² with a population density of 49 people per km².
Is Fiji growing or shrinking?
Fiji is growing at a rate of 0.43% per year, adding approximately 3,874 people annually.
What is the life expectancy in Fiji?
The average life expectancy in Fiji is 67.3 years.
What is the GDP per capita of Fiji?
The GDP per capita of Fiji is $6,426.