Real-time statistics of New Caledonia

New Caledonia sits in the Oceania (subregion: Melanesia). Its capital city is Nouméa and the national territory covers 18,575 km², offering a variety of landscapes and climates.

The current population (2024) is estimated at 292,639 inhabitants, highlighting the demographic weight of the nation. Main languages include French, a sign of its cultural diversity and the historical influence of different communities.

The nominal gross domestic product (2024) reaches 8,548,919,387.126 US dollars. The official currency is CFP franc (XPF), used daily across both metropolitan areas and rural zones for commerce and services.

Economy and development

During the latest period with available data, real GDP grew by -13.50%, providing a view into the performance of productive sectors and development policies. Infrastructure and services in Nouméa act as a hub of innovation and connection with international markets.

Comparison with other countries

No bordering countries are recorded in the database, so international relations take place mainly via sea or air routes.

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