Micronesia: immigration

Is the population of Micronesia falling?

The 2023 census counted 75,817 people in the Federated States of Micronesia, and the population fell by an average of 2.4% a year over the 13 years since the 2010 census, according to the Division of Statistics' 2023 census factsheet. Chuuk had 45% of residents, Pohnpei 34%, Yap 14% and Kosrae 7%.

The census basic tables show few immigrants: 1,962 residents (2.6%) were born outside the country, and 817 adults held another citizenship. The Department of Finance and Administration's Citizens Budget for 2025 notes that continued emigration to the United States could slow economic growth.

Official sources: Division of Statistics: 2023 census factsheet (PDF) · Division of Statistics: 2023 census basic tables (Excel) · DoFA: Citizens Budget, fiscal year 2025 (PDF)

How many foreign-born people live in Micronesia?

The UN Population Division puts the share of people born abroad in Micronesia at 2.6% in 2024. In 2015 the figure was 2.5%. Across East Asia & Pacific the middle value was 2.1%, and Micronesia placed 13th highest of 30. Of 193 countries with 2024 data, 120th highest.

Are more people leaving Micronesia than arriving?

The latest figure from the UN Population Division, for 2025, is -1,125. Since 2005 it has ranged from -3,109 (2007) to -680 (2020). Across East Asia & Pacific the middle value was -373, and Micronesia placed 17th highest of 30. Of 193 countries with 2025 data, 91st highest.

How many refugees does Micronesia host?

In 2016, the number of refugees in the country in Micronesia was 5, according to UNHCR. East Asia & Pacific median: 1,408; Micronesia is 15th highest of 17. World rank, highest first: 158th of 166.

How many refugees come from Micronesia?

In 2025, the number of refugees from the country living abroad in Micronesia was 0, according to UNHCR. It is 27th highest of 29 in East Asia & Pacific, where the median is 73. Of 189 countries with 2025 data, 186th highest.