American Samoa
ASMEast Asia & PacificHigh incomeCapital: Pago Pago▶About American Samoa
with a population of 46,765. Key indicators include life expectancy of 72.9 years. Data sourced from the IMF World Economic Outlook and World Bank World Development Indicators.
Located in the East Asia & Pacific region, this high-income territory has a small, open economy heavily reliant on trade, which accounted for 124.7% of its GDP in 2022. The economy is primarily driven by government spending, with significant contributions from tuna canning and fishing industries. Remittances from Samoans living abroad also play a crucial role. The GDP growth rate has been modest, reflecting the territory's limited economic diversification and vulnerability to external shocks. Per capita income is relatively high compared to other Pacific Island nations, supported by substantial U.S. financial assistance. The territory has a population of approximately 46,765 as of 2024. Life expectancy at birth is 72.9 years, indicating a moderate level of health and well-being. The fertility rate stands at 2.3 births per woman. Education and healthcare services are provided by both the government and private sector, with notable efforts to improve access and quality. Development indicators show a focus on enhancing infrastructure and public services to support the local population's needs.
▶Economy9 indicators · 2021–2022 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Household Consumption (% of GDP) | 71.3% | 2022 | ▼ 11.2% | WB |
| GDP Deflator (%) | 14.2% | 2022 | ▲ 192.3% | WB |
| External Balance on Goods & Services (% of GDP) | -30.8% | 2022 | ▲ 36.3% | WB |
| Coal Rents (% of GDP) | 0.00% | 2021 | — | WB |
| Mineral Rents (% of GDP) | 0.00% | 2021 | — | WB |
| Oil Rents (% of GDP) | 0.00% | 2021 | — | WB |
| Natural Gas Rents (% of GDP) | 0.00% | 2021 | — | WB |
| Total Natural Resources Rents (% of GDP) | 0.0% | 2021 | — | WB |
| Forest Rents (% of GDP) | 0.00% | 2021 | — | WB |
▶Fiscal & Monetary1 indicator · 2024 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Official Exchange Rate (per USD) | 1 | 2024 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
▶Trade7 indicators · 2022–2024 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade (% of GDP) | 124.7% | 2022 | ▼ 8.9% | WB |
| Exports of Goods & Services (% of GDP) | 47.0% | 2022 | ▲ 6.1% | WB |
| Imports of Goods & Services (% of GDP) | 77.7% | 2022 | ▼ 16.0% | WB |
| Exports of Goods & Services (USD) | $409.0M | 2022 | ▲ 23.2% | WB |
| Imports of Goods & Services (USD) | $677.0M | 2022 | ▼ 2.4% | WB |
| Merchandise Exports (USD) | $382.0M | 2024 | ▼ 3.3% | WB |
| Merchandise Imports (USD) | $711.0M | 2024 | ▲ 11.8% | WB |
▶People23 indicators · 2023–2025 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 46,765 | 2024 | ▼ 1.6% | WB |
| Population Growth (%) | -1.6% | 2024 | ▲ 6.4% | WB |
| Population Density (per km²) | 238 | 2023 | ▼ 1.7% | WB |
| Surface Area (sq km) | 200 | 2023 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Land Area (sq km) | 200 | 2023 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Urban Population (%) | 80.9% | 2024 | ▼ 0.5% | WB |
| Urban Population (total) | 37,854 | 2024 | ▼ 2.1% | WB |
| Rural Population (%) | 19.1% | 2024 | ▲ 2.3% | WB |
| Life Expectancy at Birth | 72.9 years | 2023 | ▲ 0.1% | WB |
| Life Expectancy, Male | 70.2 years | 2023 | ▲ 0.2% | WB |
| Life Expectancy, Female | 75.8 years | 2023 | ▲ 0.1% | WB |
| Fertility Rate (births per woman) | 2.3 | 2023 | ▼ 0.8% | WB |
| Birth Rate (per 1,000) | 15.4 | 2023 | ▼ 0.9% | WB |
| Death Rate (per 1,000) | 7 | 2023 | ▲ 3.0% | WB |
| Net Migration | -1,051 | 2025 | ▲ 5.3% | WB |
| Population Ages 0–14 (%) | 27.0% | 2024 | ▼ 1.8% | WB |
| Population Ages 15–64 (%) | 64.9% | 2024 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Population Ages 65+ (%) | 8.0% | 2024 | ▲ 6.5% | WB |
| Age Dependency Ratio (%) | 54.0% | 2024 | ▼ 0.0% | WB |
| Old-Age Dependency Ratio (%) | 12.4% | 2024 | ▲ 6.5% | WB |
| Youth Dependency Ratio (%) | 41.6% | 2024 | ▼ 1.9% | WB |
| Mortality Rate, Adult Male (per 1,000) | 209.1 | 2023 | ▼ 1.6% | WB |
| Mortality Rate, Adult Female (per 1,000) | 120.6 | 2023 | ▼ 0.2% | WB |
▶Education1 indicator · 2006 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education Spending, Tertiary (% of govt) | 11.2% | 2006 | — | WB |
▶Health1 indicator · 2024 · WHO
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuberculosis Incidence (per 100,000) | 4 | 2024 | ▼ 5.1% | WHO |
▶Energy & Environment12 indicators · 2020–2024 · WB / WHO
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CO₂ Emissions (tonnes per capita) | 0 | 2024 | ▲ 1.6% | WB |
| CO₂ Emissions (total kilotonnes) | 0 | 2024 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Renewable Electricity Output (%) | 3.9% | 2021 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Renewable Energy Consumption (%) | 0.4% | 2022 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| PM2.5 Air Pollution (µg/m³) | 6.7 | 2020 | ▼ 0.2% | WB |
| Forest Area (%) | 85.2% | 2023 | ▼ 0.2% | WB |
| Forest Area (sq km) | 170 | 2023 | ▼ 0.2% | WB |
| Arable Land (%) | 5.2% | 2023 | ▲ 6.2% | WB |
| Terrestrial Protected Areas (%) | 8.7% | 2024 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Marine Protected Areas (%) | 8.7% | 2024 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Access to Basic Drinking Water (%) | 100.0% | 2024 | ▲ 0.0% | WHO |
| Access to Basic Sanitation (%) | 62.1% | 2024 | ▲ 0.0% | WHO |
▶Agriculture3 indicators · 2020–2023 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Land (%) | 14.8% | 2023 | ▲ 2.1% | WB |
| Total Fisheries Production (metric tonnes) | 1,209 | 2023 | ▼ 12.9% | WB |
| Fertilizer Consumption (kg per hectare) | 38.6 | 2020 | ▼ 11.5% | WB |
▶Technology1 indicator · 2024 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secure Internet Servers (per million) | 513.2 | 2024 | ▲ 10.9% | WB |
▶Infrastructure5 indicators · 2014–2021 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Transport, Passengers Carried | 76,944 | 2014 | ▲ 6.5% | WB |
| Air Transport, Freight (million ton-km) | 0 | 2014 | ▲ 7.3% | WB |
| Container Port Traffic (TEU) | 76,200 | 2019 | ▼ 15.6% | WB |
| Electricity from Oil (%) | 96.1% | 2021 | ▼ 0.0% | WB |
| Electricity from Nuclear (%) | 0.0% | 2021 | — | WB |
▶Gender1 indicator · 2023 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adolescent Fertility Rate (per 1,000) | 34.2 | 2023 | ▲ 0.2% | WB |
▶Governance10 indicators · 2022–2023 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Control of Corruption | 1.25 | 2023 | ▼ 1.5% | WB |
| Government Effectiveness | 0.65 | 2023 | ▼ 2.0% | WB |
| Political Stability | 1.11 | 2023 | ▼ 0.8% | WB |
| Regulatory Quality | 0.51 | 2023 | ▼ 6.2% | WB |
| Rule of Law | 1.21 | 2023 | ▼ 0.7% | WB |
| Voice & Accountability | 0.95 | 2022 | ▼ 2.9% | WB |
| Control of Corruption (percentile rank) | 87.7% | 2023 | ▼ 1.1% | WB |
| Government Effectiveness (percentile rank) | 73.1% | 2023 | ▼ 1.9% | WB |
| Rule of Law (percentile rank) | 85.4% | 2023 | ▼ 1.1% | WB |
| Political Stability (percentile rank) | 91.9% | 2023 | ▲ 1.0% | WB |
▶Military1 indicator · 2018 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intentional Homicides (per 100,000) | 25.5 | 2018 | ▲ 88.2% | WB |
▶Tourism2 indicators · 2017–2020 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Tourism, Arrivals | 900 | 2020 | ▼ 95.3% | WB |
| Tourism Receipts (USD) | $22.0M | 2017 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
▶Urban Development4 indicators · 2024 · WB / WHO
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Population Growth (%) | -2.1% | 2024 | ▲ 4.5% | WB |
| Rural Population Growth (%) | 0.7% | 2024 | ▲ 15.0% | WB |
| Access to Safely Managed Drinking Water (%) | 90.5% | 2024 | ▲ 0.0% | WHO |
| Access to Safely Managed Sanitation (%) | 42.9% | 2024 | ▲ 0.0% | WHO |
