New Caledonia vs Vanuatu: What the Numbers Mean

New Caledonia has a population of 295,333 and is growing at 0.87% per year.Vanuatu has a population of 335,169 and is growing at 0.87% per year. The difference between them is 39,836 people, with Vanuatu in the lead.

Population is more than a headcount. New Caledonia has a density of 16 people per km² across 18,575 km², while Vanuatu has a density of 27 people per km² across 12,189 km². These figures shape how each country manages housing, infrastructure, and resources. For how these numbers are computed, see our Methodology page.