New Caledonia
NCLEast Asia & PacificHigh incomeCapital: Noum'eaEconomy
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▶About New Caledonia
with a population of 292,639. Key indicators include life expectancy of 78.8 years. Data sourced from the IMF World Economic Outlook and World Bank World Development Indicators.
The economy is characterized by a high-income status and significant trade activity, with trade accounting for approximately 40.37% of GDP in 2024. The economic landscape is heavily influenced by its unique position within the East Asia & Pacific region, with key sectors including nickel mining, tourism, and agriculture. The unemployment rate is projected to be around 11.17% in 2025, reflecting ongoing economic challenges and opportunities for improvement. The capital, Nouméa, serves as the primary hub for economic activities and governance. Society is marked by a diverse population of approximately 292,639 individuals in 2024. Life expectancy stands at 78.77 years in 2023, indicating a relatively high standard of living and access to healthcare services. The population comprises a mix of indigenous Kanak people, Europeans, and other ethnic groups, contributing to a rich cultural tapestry. The social structure is influenced by both traditional customs and modern influences, creating a unique blend of heritage and contemporary living.
▶Economy19 indicators · 2016–2024 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GNI (Current USD) | $8.82B | 2024 | ▼ 12.2% | WB |
| GNI per Capita (USD) | $30,070 | 2024 | ▼ 18.1% | WB |
| Industry Value Added (% of GDP) | 22.3% | 2019 | ▲ 5.1% | WB |
| Services Value Added (% of GDP) | 65.2% | 2019 | ▼ 4.7% | WB |
| Agriculture Value Added (% of GDP) | 1.8% | 2019 | ▼ 11.2% | WB |
| Government Consumption (% of GDP) | 23.5% | 2017 | ▼ 3.9% | WB |
| Household Consumption (% of GDP) | 65.7% | 2024 | ▲ 6.1% | WB |
| Gross Capital Formation (% of GDP) | 22.1% | 2024 | ▼ 13.5% | WB |
| Gross Savings (% of GNI) | 19.3% | 2016 | — | WB |
| GDP Deflator (%) | 1.1% | 2024 | ▲ 128.4% | WB |
| Manufacturing Value Added (% of GDP) | 5.6% | 2017 | ▼ 5.2% | WB |
| External Balance on Goods & Services (% of GDP) | -17.0% | 2024 | ▲ 4.4% | WB |
| Coal Rents (% of GDP) | 0.00% | 2021 | — | WB |
| Mineral Rents (% of GDP) | 16.78% | 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) | 16.8% | 2021 | ▲ 131956.5% | WB |
| Forest Rents (% of GDP) | 0.01% | 2021 | ▼ 3.0% | WB |
| Industry Value Added (Current USD) | $2.12B | 2019 | ▲ 8.5% | WB |
▶Fiscal & Monetary2 indicators · 2016–2024 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inflation, CPI (%, World Bank) | 0.6% | 2016 | — | WB |
| Official Exchange Rate (per USD) | 110.31 | 2024 | ▼ 0.0% | WB |
▶Trade15 indicators · 2015–2024 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade (% of GDP) | 40.4% | 2024 | ▼ 21.8% | WB |
| Exports of Goods & Services (% of GDP) | 11.7% | 2024 | ▼ 31.0% | WB |
| Imports of Goods & Services (% of GDP) | 28.7% | 2024 | ▼ 17.3% | WB |
| Exports of Goods & Services (USD) | $999.8M | 2024 | ▼ 39.6% | WB |
| Imports of Goods & Services (USD) | $2.45B | 2024 | ▼ 27.7% | WB |
| Merchandise Exports (USD) | $1.24B | 2024 | ▼ 41.5% | WB |
| Merchandise Imports (USD) | $2.28B | 2024 | ▼ 28.8% | WB |
| FDI Inflows (% of GDP) | 8.5% | 2024 | ▲ 20.7% | WB |
| FDI Outflows (% of GDP) | 0.5% | 2024 | ▲ 3.6% | WB |
| FDI Net Inflows (USD) | $725.8M | 2024 | ▲ 5.6% | WB |
| Personal Remittances Received (USD) | $621.1M | 2024 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Personal Remittances Received (% of GDP) | 7.3% | 2024 | ▲ 14.3% | WB |
| High-Tech Exports (% of manufactured) | 5.3% | 2015 | — | WB |
| Current Account Balance (% of GDP) | -7.5% | 2016 | ▲ 41.5% | WB |
| Current Account Balance (USD) | $-654.2M | 2016 | ▲ 41.6% | WB |
▶People23 indicators · 2023–2025 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 292,639 | 2024 | ▲ 1.0% | WB |
| Population Growth (%) | 1.0% | 2024 | ▼ 0.2% | WB |
| Population Density (per km²) | 16 | 2023 | ▲ 1.0% | WB |
| Surface Area (sq km) | 18,580 | 2023 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Land Area (sq km) | 18,280 | 2023 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Urban Population (%) | 68.0% | 2024 | ▲ 0.3% | WB |
| Urban Population (total) | 198,853 | 2024 | ▲ 1.3% | WB |
| Rural Population (%) | 32.0% | 2024 | ▼ 0.6% | WB |
| Life Expectancy at Birth | 78.8 years | 2023 | ▲ 1.4% | WB |
| Life Expectancy, Male | 76.3 years | 2023 | ▲ 1.6% | WB |
| Life Expectancy, Female | 81.3 years | 2023 | ▲ 1.1% | WB |
| Fertility Rate (births per woman) | 2 | 2023 | ▼ 0.9% | WB |
| Birth Rate (per 1,000) | 14.3 | 2023 | ▼ 1.6% | WB |
| Death Rate (per 1,000) | 6.3 | 2023 | ▼ 7.8% | WB |
| Net Migration | 440 | 2025 | ▼ 3.3% | WB |
| Population Ages 0–14 (%) | 21.3% | 2024 | ▼ 1.0% | WB |
| Population Ages 15–64 (%) | 67.3% | 2024 | ▼ 0.2% | WB |
| Population Ages 65+ (%) | 11.4% | 2024 | ▲ 3.0% | WB |
| Age Dependency Ratio (%) | 48.7% | 2024 | ▲ 0.5% | WB |
| Old-Age Dependency Ratio (%) | 17.0% | 2024 | ▲ 3.2% | WB |
| Youth Dependency Ratio (%) | 31.7% | 2024 | ▼ 0.9% | WB |
| Mortality Rate, Adult Male (per 1,000) | 121.1 | 2023 | ▼ 11.8% | WB |
| Mortality Rate, Adult Female (per 1,000) | 64 | 2023 | ▼ 13.4% | WB |
▶Labor20 indicators · 2020–2025 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Labor Force | 131,488 | 2025 | ▲ 0.4% | WB |
| Labor Force Participation (%) | 56.4% | 2025 | ▼ 0.8% | WB |
| Female Labor Force Participation (%) | 51.1% | 2025 | ▼ 1.0% | WB |
| Male Labor Force Participation (%) | 62.0% | 2025 | ▼ 0.6% | WB |
| Unemployment (%) | 11.2% | 2025 | ▲ 1.7% | WB |
| Female Unemployment (%) | 12.1% | 2025 | ▲ 3.3% | WB |
| Male Unemployment (%) | 10.4% | 2025 | ▲ 0.1% | WB |
| Youth Unemployment (%) | 33.1% | 2025 | ▲ 4.0% | WB |
| Employment in Agriculture (%) | 1.8% | 2025 | ▼ 1.0% | WB |
| Employment in Industry (%) | 20.6% | 2025 | ▼ 2.1% | WB |
| Employment in Services (%) | 77.6% | 2025 | ▲ 0.6% | WB |
| Self-Employed (%) | 59.3% | 2023 | ▲ 2.7% | WB |
| Vulnerable Employment (%) | 14.2% | 2025 | ▲ 1.2% | WB |
| Wage & Salaried Workers (% of total) | 82.9% | 2025 | ▼ 0.2% | WB |
| Part-Time Employment (%) | 25.5% | 2020 | ▲ 4.0% | WB |
| Employers (% of total employment) | 3.0% | 2025 | ▼ 0.2% | WB |
| Labor Force, Female (% of total) | 46.2% | 2025 | ▼ 0.2% | WB |
| Employment to Population Ratio (%) | 50.1% | 2025 | ▼ 1.0% | WB |
| Self-Employed (% of total) | 17.1% | 2025 | ▲ 0.9% | WB |
| NEET Youth (% not in education/employment) | 24.7% | 2023 | ▲ 4.8% | WB |
▶Health1 indicator · 2024 · WHO
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuberculosis Incidence (per 100,000) | 18 | 2024 | ▲ 5.9% | WHO |
▶Energy & Environment12 indicators · 2021–2024 · WB / WHO
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CO₂ Emissions (tonnes per capita) | 17.1 | 2024 | ▲ 1.8% | WB |
| CO₂ Emissions (total kilotonnes) | 5 | 2024 | ▲ 2.7% | WB |
| Renewable Electricity Output (%) | 22.5% | 2021 | ▲ 44.0% | WB |
| Renewable Energy Consumption (%) | 9.6% | 2022 | ▲ 15.7% | WB |
| Access to Electricity (%) | 100.0% | 2023 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Forest Area (%) | 45.8% | 2023 | ▼ 0.0% | WB |
| Forest Area (sq km) | 8,377 | 2023 | ▼ 0.0% | WB |
| Arable Land (%) | 0.3% | 2023 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Terrestrial Protected Areas (%) | 99.4% | 2024 | ▲ 3.8% | WB |
| Marine Protected Areas (%) | 100.0% | 2024 | ▲ 3.8% | WB |
| Access to Basic Drinking Water (%) | 99.5% | 2024 | ▲ 0.0% | WHO |
| Access to Basic Sanitation (%) | 100.0% | 2024 | ▲ 0.0% | WHO |
▶Agriculture10 indicators · 2022–2023 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Land (%) | 10.1% | 2023 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Cereal Yield (kg per hectare) | 9,790 | 2023 | ▼ 1.8% | WB |
| Food Production Index (2014–2016=100) | 94.8 | 2022 | ▼ 3.6% | WB |
| Crop Production Index (2014–2016=100) | 94.3 | 2022 | ▼ 10.3% | WB |
| Livestock Production Index (2014–2016=100) | 95 | 2022 | ▼ 0.2% | WB |
| Land Under Cereal Production (hectares) | 298 | 2023 | ▼ 30.0% | WB |
| Total Fisheries Production (metric tonnes) | 2,764 | 2023 | ▼ 25.5% | WB |
| Fertilizer Consumption (kg per hectare) | 248.9 | 2023 | ▲ 0.0% | WB |
| Prevalence of Undernourishment (%) | 4.9% | 2023 | ▼ 5.8% | WB |
| Cereal Production (metric tons) | 2,915 | 2023 | ▼ 31.4% | WB |
▶Technology7 indicators · 2015–2024 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Internet Users (%) | 82.0% | 2017 | ▲ 10.8% | WB |
| Mobile Subscriptions (per 100 people) | 92 | 2022 | ▲ 0.6% | WB |
| Fixed Broadband Subscriptions (per 100) | 19.4 | 2022 | ▲ 0.5% | WB |
| Secure Internet Servers (per million) | 7,541.7 | 2024 | ▼ 1.4% | WB |
| High-Technology Exports (USD) | $38.2M | 2015 | — | WB |
| ICT Service Exports (% of service exports) | 3.3% | 2016 | ▲ 21.8% | WB |
| ICT Service Exports (USD) | $17.8M | 2016 | ▲ 23.6% | WB |
▶Infrastructure3 indicators · 2019–2021 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Container Port Traffic (TEU) | 111,875 | 2019 | ▲ 1.0% | WB |
| Electricity from Oil (%) | 38.5% | 2021 | ▲ 3.4% | WB |
| Electricity from Nuclear (%) | 0.0% | 2021 | — | WB |
▶Gender3 indicators · 2023–2025 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female Labor Force Participation, 15+ (%) | 54.1% | 2023 | ▲ 2.8% | WB |
| Female Wage & Salaried Workers (%) | 88.3% | 2025 | ▼ 0.1% | WB |
| Adolescent Fertility Rate (per 1,000) | 12.2 | 2023 | ▲ 0.1% | WB |
▶Tourism6 indicators · 2016–2020 · WB
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Tourism, Arrivals | 31,000 | 2020 | ▼ 76.2% | WB |
| International Tourism, Departures | 48,000 | 2020 | ▼ 66.7% | WB |
| Tourism Receipts (USD) | $248.0M | 2016 | ▲ 0.8% | WB |
| Tourism Expenditures (USD) | $252.0M | 2016 | ▼ 0.4% | WB |
| Tourism Receipts (% of total exports) | 13.2% | 2016 | ▼ 4.8% | WB |
| International Tourism, Transport Services (USD) | $89.0M | 2016 | ▲ 1.1% | WB |
▶Urban Development4 indicators · 2022–2024 · WB / WHO
| Indicator | Value | Year | Δ YoY | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Population Growth (%) | 1.2% | 2024 | ▲ 2.4% | WB |
| Population in Slums (% of urban) | 0.3% | 2022 | — | WB |
| Rural Population Growth (%) | 0.3% | 2024 | ▼ 17.6% | WB |
| Access to Safely Managed Drinking Water (%) | 96.9% | 2024 | ▲ 0.0% | WHO |
