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United States Minor Outlying Islands

Region
🌍 Americas
Population
👥 300
Currency
💱 United States dollar
Languages
🗣️ English
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Official NameSource: REST Countries
United States Minor Outlying Islands
Continent
America
DemonymSource: REST Countries
American Islander
Independence
This territory does not have an official independence day.
Top-Level Domain
.um
Calling CodeSource: REST Countries
+1
Time ZoneSource: REST Countries
UTC-11:00, UTC-10:00, UTC+12:00
Capital City
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ISO Alpha-2
UM
ISO Alpha-3
UMI
UN Code
581
Geographic Coordinates
19.3,166.633333
Area (km²)Source: REST Countries
34#239 of 249
PopulationSource: REST Countries
300#245 of 247
Population Density (per km²)
Due to the small population and dispersed nature of the islands, population density is difficult to determine.
Highest Point (m)
The highest point varies by island, but elevation is generally low.
Lowest Point (m)
Sea level.
Land Use
Information on land use is limited due to the territory's small size.
Irrigated Land
Irrigated land is minimal or non-existent.
Coastline Length
The coastline length is variable, depending on the specific islands.
Climate
Tropical marine; generally hot and humid, moderated by trade winds.
Natural Resources
Limited natural resources.
Bordering CountriesSource: REST Countries
No land borders
Major Rivers
This territory has no major rivers.
Major Lakes
This territory has no major lakes.
Government Type
Dependent territory of the United States.
Administrative Divisions
This territory consists of several islands and atolls administered as a unit by the US government.
Legal System
The laws of the United States apply.
Chief of State
The President of the United States.
Head of Government
The United States government administers this territory.
Cabinet
The US Cabinet applies.
Elections
Elections are not held within the territory; residents are US citizens.
Judicial Branch
The US federal court system applies.
Legislative Branch
Laws are enacted by the US Congress.
Major Political Parties
Political parties do not exist within the territory.
CurrencySource: REST Countries
United States dollar
GDP, Nominal (US$ billion)
Economic data is not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
GDP, PPP (US$ billion)
Economic data is not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
GDP per Capita (US$)
Economic data is not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
GDP - Agriculture (%)
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GDP - Industry (%)
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GDP - Services (%)
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Inflation Rate (%)
Inflation data is not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Labor Force (people)
The labor force is very small and primarily involved in tourism and related services.
Unemployment Rate (%)
Unemployment data is not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Public debt data is not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Budget
Budget data is not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Exports (US$ billion)
Export data is not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Imports (US$ billion)
Import data is not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Foreign Reserves
Foreign reserves are not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Currency Exchange
Currency exchange rates typically align with the United States dollar.
GDP by Sector
Economic data is not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Major Industries
The primary industry is tourism, with minimal other economic activity.
Major Export Partners
Export partners are not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Major Import Partners
Import partners are not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.

Society

Literacy Rate (%)
Literacy rates are high due to the presence of temporary residents and workers.
Birth Rate (per 1,000 people)
Birth rates are not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Death Rate (per 1,000 people)
Death rates are not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Net Migration Rate
Migration patterns fluctuate with tourism and temporary worker needs.
Median Age
Age demographics are not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Urban Population (%)
There is no significant urban population.
Urbanization Rate
Urbanization does not apply, as there are no cities.
Life Expectancy (years)
Life expectancy data is not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
HIV/AIDS Prevalence
HIV/AIDS prevalence data is not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Health Expenditures (% of GDP)
Health expenditure data is not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Ethnic Groups
The population is very small, and mostly consists of temporary residents and US government employees.
Religions
Religious demographics are not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
LanguagesSource: REST Countries
English

Education

Education System
Education is provided by the U.S. Department of Education.
School Life Expectancy (years)
Data on school life expectancy is not readily available for these specific territories.
Government Education Spending
Education spending is covered by the U.S. government as these are U.S. territories.
Primary Education Access
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Secondary Education Access
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Higher Education Access
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Major Universities
There are no major universities located within the United States Minor Outlying Islands.

Culture

Cultural Overview
The culture is influenced by U.S. culture and any indigenous traditions present.
National Holidays
National holidays observed are those of the United States.
Popular Music
Popular music tastes are influenced by American music.
Traditional Food
Traditional food is likely influenced by the local environment and resource availability.
Sports
Sports played are likely influenced by those popular in the United States.
Major Festivals
Major festivals celebrated are likely to align with U.S. holidays and cultural events.
Famous People
Due to the small population, there are very few widely recognized famous people originating from the islands.
Cultural Heritage Sites
There are no significant cultural heritage sites on the islands.
UNESCO Sites
These territories do not have any UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Annual Tourist Visits
Very few annual tourist visits.
Tourism Overview
Tourism is minimal due to the uninhabited nature of most islands.
Top Tourist Attractions
Primarily focused on diving and marine life observation around the few inhabited islands.
Famous Cities
No cities, only uninhabited islands and research stations.
National Parks
No national parks.
Protected Areas
Several areas are protected for conservation purposes.
Best Time to Visit
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Tourist Visa Info
Visa requirements are likely similar to those for the United States.
Visa Requirements Overview
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Travel Advisory
Travel advisories are likely similar to those for the United States.

Healthcare

Healthcare Quality
Healthcare quality data is not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Medical Cost
Medical cost data is not typically tracked separately for the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Number of Hospitals
There are no hospitals located on the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Universal Healthcare
Healthcare services are provided by the U.S. government, as the islands are U.S. territories.
Medical Services Overview
Medical services are limited and often rely on services available from the US.
Emergency Medical Access
Emergency medical access is limited and may require evacuation to a location with greater medical resources.

Emergency & Safety

Emergency Number (Police)
Emergency services are likely accessed through local numbers or connected to U.S. systems.
Emergency Number (Ambulance)
Emergency services are likely accessed through local numbers or connected to U.S. systems.
Emergency Number (Fire)
Emergency services are likely accessed through local numbers or connected to U.S. systems.
Crime Rate
Crime rate data is not readily available for these territories.
Safety Index
Safety index data is not readily available for these territories.
Military Expenditure
Military expenditure is covered by the United States government.
Emergency Services Overview
Emergency services are handled through arrangements with the U.S. government.
Safety Overview
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Military Branches
The United States military provides defense.

Infrastructure

Electricity Access
Electricity access is provided via local infrastructure.
Water Access
Water access is provided via local infrastructure.
Sanitation Access
Sanitation access is provided via local infrastructure.
Railways
There are no railways in the United States Minor Outlying Islands.
Roadways
Roads are rudimentary and limited in these sparsely populated territories.
Transportation System
Transportation is limited to air and sea travel.
AirportsSource: OurAirports
Henderson Field (MDY), Wake Island Airfield (AWK)
Ports
Ports are primarily used for cargo and supply vessels.
Public Transit
Public transit is not available on these islands.

Technology & Communication

Internet Penetration (%)
Internet penetration rates are likely variable based on local infrastructure and available services.
Mobile Subscriptions (per 100)
Data unavailable.
Tech Startups
Data unavailable.
Innovation Index
Data unavailable.
ICT Development Index
Data unavailable.
TV Broadcast Stations
Data unavailable.
Radio Broadcast Stations
Data unavailable.
Plug Type & Voltage
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CO2 Emissions (t per capita)
Data unavailable.
Air Quality Index
Data unavailable due to the uninhabited or sparsely populated nature of the islands. Air quality is likely high.
Water Pollution Level
Likely low due to remoteness and low population density. Possible localized impacts from tourism or military presence.
Renewable Energy Usage
Limited. May have some renewable energy usage in isolated installations, such as research facilities or military bases, but no large-scale projects.
Environmental Issues
Potential issues include marine debris, impact of climate change on coral reefs and coastal erosion.
Natural Hazards
Hurricanes, typhoons, and potential for tsunamis.
Waste Management
Limited infrastructure. Waste disposal likely relies on local practices, potentially with U.S. support.
Environmental Agreements
Subject to U.S. environmental agreements.
UN Membership
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Diplomatic Missions
No diplomatic missions, represented by the U.S.
International OrganizationsSource: REST Countries
Not an independent member, but indirectly involved through the U.S.
Major Treaties
Subject to the treaties of the United States.
Visa-Free Countries
Visa policies are managed by the United States.

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