New Caledonia vs Barbados: What the Numbers Mean

New Caledonia has a population of 295,333 and is growing at 0.87% per year.Barbados has a population of 282,623 and is growing at 0.87% per year. The difference between them is 12,710 people, with New Caledonia in the lead.

Population is more than a headcount. New Caledonia has a density of 16 people per km² across 18,575 km², while Barbados has a density of 657 people per km² across 430 km². These figures shape how each country manages housing, infrastructure, and resources. For how these numbers are computed, see our Methodology page.