São Tomé and Príncipe vs French Polynesia: What the Numbers Mean

São Tomé and Príncipe has a population of 240,254 and is growing at 0.87% per year.French Polynesia has a population of 282,465 and is growing at 0.87% per year. The difference between them is 42,211 people, with French Polynesia in the lead.

Population is more than a headcount. São Tomé and Príncipe has a density of 249 people per km² across 964 km², while French Polynesia has a density of 68 people per km² across 4,167 km². These figures shape how each country manages housing, infrastructure, and resources. For how these numbers are computed, see our Methodology page.