Marshall Islands
Republic of the Marshall Islands
People: Marshallese
Marshall Islands is located in Micronesia and has a population of around 42,418. Its capital city is Majuro, and the most widely spoken official language is English. As an island nation, Marshall Islands has no land borders.
By the numbers, Marshall Islands is the 189th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to under 0.01% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 190th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 234 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Marshall Islands — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of the Marshall Islands |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Majuro |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Region | Micronesia |
| Population | 42,418 |
| Area | 181 km² |
| Currency | United States dollar (USD) $ |
| Official Languages | English, Marshallese |
| Dialling Code | +692 |
| Internet TLD | .mh |
| Timezone | UTC+12:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | MH / MHL |
| Borders | Island nation / no land borders |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Marshall Islands
What is the capital and currency of Marshall Islands?
The capital of Marshall Islands is Majuro and the currency is the United States dollar (USD), symbol $.
What is the capital of Marshall Islands?
The capital of Marshall Islands is Majuro.
What currency does Marshall Islands use?
Marshall Islands uses the United States dollar (USD, symbol: $).
What language do they speak in Marshall Islands?
The official languages of Marshall Islands are English and Marshallese.
What is the dialling code for Marshall Islands?
The international dialling code for Marshall Islands is +692.
What side of the road does Marshall Islands drive on?
Marshall Islands drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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