Micronesia profile - Key Facts

Islander prepares betel nut

A chief on the island of Yap prepares a chew of betel nut, a mild stimulant and major export

  • Full name: Federated States of Micronesia

  • Population: 112,000 (UN, 2012)

  • Capital: Palikir

  • Area: 700 sq km (270 sq miles)

  • Major languages: English, Trukese, Pohnpeian, Yapese, Kosrean

  • Major religion: Christianity

  • Life expectancy: 68 years (men), 70 years (women) (UN)

  • Monetary unit: 1 US dollar = 100 cents

  • Main exports: Fish, garments, bananas, black pepper, copra

  • GNI per capita: US $2,860 (World Bank, 2011)

  • Internet domain: .fm

  • International dialling code: +691