Nauru

Nauru Quick Facts…

Official NameRepublic of Nauru
Common NameNauru – /nɑˈu.ru/
NationalityNauruan(s) – noun, Nauruan – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1968 (from the Australia-, New Zealand-, and United Kingdom-administered UN trusteeship)
Administrative Divisions14 districts
Total Population9,892 (#222) with 100% urbanized – 2024 estimate
Major Urban AreasNo official capital; government offices in the Yaren District
Major LanguagesNauruan (official) 93%, English (widely understood, spoken, and used for most government and commercial purposes)
Electricity Access100% of total population
Internet Access84% of total population
CurrencyAustralian Dollars (AUD)
Real GDP (PPP)$139.7 million – 2022 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$11,000 (#138) – 2022 estimate
Total Area21 sq km / 8 sq mi (#238) with 0% water area
Geographic RegionOceana – Micronesian Oceana
Bordering CountriesNone
Bordering Water BodiesSouth Pacific Ocean

National Anthem: “Nauru Bwiema” (Song of Nauru)