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Tokelau

Fakaofo · Oceania

Población

3K

World Bank, 2025

Área

12 km²

PIB

World Bank, 2025

PIB Per Cápita

World Bank, 2025

Esperanza de Vida

World Bank, 2025

Capital

Fakaofo

Tokelau is a country located in Oceania, with its capital in Fakaofo. As of 2025, it has a population of 3K and covers an area of 12 km². The official languages include English, Samoan, Tokelauan, and the currency is the New Zealand dollar ($). Tokelau is an island nation with no land borders.

How Large Is Tokelau's Economy?

Tokelau is classified as a low-income economy by World Bank standards, located in Oceania. The country uses the New Zealand dollar ($) as its official currency. Detailed GDP figures are not yet available for this territory. Tokelau's official currency is the New Zealand dollar ($). As a non-UN member territory, Tokelau's trade operates under bilateral agreements.

GDP

World Bank, 2025

GDP Per Capita

World Bank, 2025

GDP Growth

Unemployment

Inflation

Currencies

NZD

What Are Tokelau's Demographics?

With 3K people, Tokelau is a nation of 3K people. At 217 people per km², the country is densely populated. The country recognizes 3 official languages, including English, Samoan, Tokelauan.

Population

3K

World Bank, 2025

Life Expectancy

World Bank, 2025

Infant Mortality

Literacy Rate

Languages

English, Samoan

CO₂ Per Capita

Where Is Tokelau Located?

Tokelau covers 12 km² (0 sq miles) and shares no land borders. The country sits within the Oceania region, Polynesia subregion, spanning Oceania. As an island nation, it is entirely surrounded by water. Fakaofo serves as the seat of government and administrative capital of Tokelau. The country spans 1 time zone. Recognized internationally by ISO codes TK and TKL, Tokelau is a dependent or non-self-governing territory and not a full UN member. Its 1 currency (NZD) reflects its trade arrangements within its particular governance status.

Area

12 km²

Region

Oceania

Subregion

Polynesia

Capital

Fakaofo

Timezones

UTC+13:00

Continents

Oceania

Data sourced from World Bank Open Data. Last updated: March 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tokelau

What is the population of Tokelau?

Tokelau has a population of 3K as of 2025, according to World Bank data.

What is the capital of Tokelau?

The capital of Tokelau is Fakaofo. It serves as the country's administrative and political center.

What region is Tokelau in?

Tokelau is located in Oceania, specifically in Polynesia. It is part of the continent of Oceania.

What is the size of Tokelau?

Tokelau covers an area of 12 km² (5 square miles). The population density is approximately 217.3 people per km².

What currency does Tokelau use?

Tokelau uses the New Zealand dollar ($) with currency code NZD.

What language is spoken in Tokelau?

The official languages of Tokelau are English, Samoan, Tokelauan.

Is Tokelau a member of the United Nations?

Tokelau is not currently a full member of the United Nations.

What is Tokelau's GDP?

Data not available.

What is Tokelau's GDP per capita?

Data not available.

What is Tokelau's inflation rate?

Data not available.

What is the population density of Tokelau?

Tokelau has a population density of 217 people per km², making it densely populated.

What is the life expectancy in Tokelau?

Data not available.

What is the total area of Tokelau?

Tokelau has a total land area of 12 km² (0 sq miles). This measurement covers the country's total sovereign territory as recorded by international geographic databases.

How many countries does Tokelau border?

Tokelau does not share any land borders with other countries. It is entirely surrounded by water, making it an island or island-group nation.

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Quick Facts

Official Name
Tokelau
Capital
Fakaofo
Region
Oceania · Polynesia
Languages
English, Samoan, Tokelauan
Currency
New Zealand dollar ($)
UN Member
No
Independent
No
ISO Codes
TK / TKL

Data sources: World Bank (2023), REST Countries API

World Bank Open Data