South Georgia
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
Current Population (Live)
Annual Growth Rate: +0.88%
As a microstate in Antarctic, South Georgia is home to just 0 people, making it one of the less populous countries in the world. Its capital is King Edward Point, and English is the official language, while the British pound serves as the national currency.
Population
0
Area
3,903 km²
Density
0/km²
World Rank
#248
General Information
- Capital
- King Edward Point
- Region
- Antarctic
- Continent
- Antarctica
- Languages
- English
- Currencies
- British pound (£)
- Calling Code
- +500
- Top-Level Domain
- .gs
- Landlocked
- No
- UN Member
- No
- Timezones
- UTC-02:00
Population Details
- Total Population
- 0
- Land Area
- 3,903 km²
- Population Density
- 0 per km²
- Annual Growth Rate
- +0.88%
- Annual Growth
- +0 people
- Daily Growth
- +0 people
- World Population Share
- 0.00%
- Coordinates
- -54.50°, -37.00°
Global Population Share
Population Projections (2026-2050)
Near-zero growth suggests that South Georgia is entering a period of demographic stability—or, depending on policy responses, the early stages of decline. The territory's governance arrangements will influence how effectively it adapts to evolving population dynamics.
| Year | Projected Population |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 |
| 2030 | 0 |
| 2035 | 0 |
| 2040 | 0 |
| 2045 | 0 |
| 2050 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of South Georgia?
The population of South Georgia is approximately 0 as of 2026, making it #248 in the world by population.
What is the capital of South Georgia?
The capital of South Georgia is King Edward Point.
What languages are spoken in South Georgia?
The main languages spoken in South Georgia are English.
How big is South Georgia?
South Georgia covers an area of 3,903 km² with a population density of 0 people per km².
Is South Georgia growing or shrinking?
South Georgia is growing at a rate of 0.88% per year, adding approximately 0 people annually.
What is the life expectancy in South Georgia?
Life expectancy data is not currently available for South Georgia.
What is the GDP per capita of South Georgia?
GDP per capita data is not currently available for South Georgia.