Saturday, July 11, 2026

American Samoa is a small archipelago that occupies only 76 square mile of land. Five of the main islands (Tutula, Tau, Ofu, Aunu, Nu utele) are volcanic, with rugged peaks, narrow coastal plains and fringing reefs. Swain’s and Rose Islands are coral atolls. The following are links to tables put together using data from Censuses, Surveys and other data sources. Any questions or comments can be emailed to Pacific Web

Quick Facts

2020 Estimated Population: 49,710 (US Census Bureau)
2010 Census Population: 55,519
2020 Female Population: 24,456
2020 Median Household Income: $28, 352 

American Samoa is a U.S. territory covering 7 South Pacific islands and atolls. Tutuila, the largest island, is home to the capital Pago Pago, whose natural harbor is framed by volcanic peaks including 1,716-ft.-high Rainmaker Mountain. In 2023, the top exports of American Samoa were Animal Meal and Pellets ($3.84M), Aluminium Plating ($3.44M), Refined Petroleum ($1.87M), Gas Turbines ($1.7M), and Telephones ($1.25M). The top destinations were Australia ($6.09M), United Kingdom ($3.5M), Tanzania ($1.81M), United Arab Emirates ($1.4M), and Senegal ($1.15M). (OEC.WORLD)

Samoa 2016 Population by Age

The “Samoa 2016 Population by Age” dataset provides information on the age distribution of the population in Samoa based on the 2016 census. It includes data on population counts across different age groups, offering insight into the demographic structure and age composition of the country. The dataset is useful for analyzing population trends, assessing the needs of different age groups, supporting research on demographic change, and informing planning and policy decisions related to education, healthcare, employment, and social services in Samoa.

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American Samoa Archived Library

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