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Niue population overview
Niue is the 23rd most populous of 23 countries and territories in Oceania. The United Nations put the population at 2,631 on 1 January 2026; with an annual growth rate of +0.3% the live estimate on this page rises by roughly 0 people per day.
Over a full year that means about 39 births (14.9 per 1,000 people) and 39 deaths (14.9 per 1,000), plus net immigration of roughly 3 people. The infant mortality rate is 18.1 per 1,000 live births.
UN World Population Prospects data show the population fell from 4,425 in 1950 to 2,590 in 2025 — a change of -41.5%, or -0.7% per year on average. It peaked at 5,140 in 1965 and has declined 48.7% since.
Demographically, the median age is 35.1 years; life expectancy at birth is 70.4 years.
Niue population statistics (2026)
| Population (live, October 2026) | 2,637 |
|---|---|
| UN estimate, 1 Jan 2026 | 2,631 |
| World rank | #237 of 238 |
| Rank in Oceania | #23 of 23 |
| Share of world population | less than 0.001% |
| Annual growth rate | +0.3% |
| Births per year est. | 39 |
| Deaths per year est. | 39 |
| Net migration per year est. | +3 |
| Birth rate | 14.9 per 1,000 |
| Death rate | 14.9 per 1,000 |
| Infant mortality | 18.1 per 1,000 births |
| Sex ratio | 92.3 males per 100 females |
| Median age | 35.1 years |
| Life expectancy | 70.4 years |
Niue population by year
| Year | Population | Change | Annual growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 (live, UN-based) | 2,637 | – | – |
| 2025 | 2,590 | +445 | +3.8% |
| 2020 | 2,145 | +50 | +0.5% |
| 2015 | 2,095 | +90 | +0.9% |
| 2010 | 2,005 | +0 | +0% |
| 2005 | 2,005 | -125 | -1.2% |
| 2000 | 2,130 | -190 | -1.7% |
| 1995 | 2,320 | -130 | -1.1% |
| 1990 | 2,450 | -315 | -2.4% |
| 1985 | 2,765 | -655 | -4.2% |
| 1980 | 3,420 | -630 | -3.3% |
| 1975 | 4,050 | -990 | -4.3% |
| 1970 | 5,040 | -100 | -0.4% |
| 1965 | 5,140 | +275 | +1.1% |
| 1960 | 4,865 | +165 | +0.7% |
| 1955 | 4,700 | +275 | +1.2% |
| 1950 | 4,425 | – | – |
Change and annual growth are measured against the previous row; growth is annualized where rows are five years apart. The live row extrapolates the UN estimate and is not directly comparable with the UN World Population Prospects series.
About Niue
Detailed indicators
International organizations don't publish detailed statistical series (CO₂, energy, water, economy) for Niue — this is normal for small territories and a few special cases. The live counters above run on the latest UN-based estimates, and the population history below comes from the UN World Population Prospects.
Population over time
- From 4,425 in 1950 to 2,637 today — down 40.4%.
- Population peaked at 5,140 in 1965 and is down 48.7% since.
- Average change over the last 50 years of data: -0.9% per year.
Niue in the news
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Niue in 2026?
As of October 2026, Niue has an estimated population of 2,637. The United Nations estimated 2,631 residents on 1 January 2026; the live figure on this page extrapolates that estimate using the +0.3% annual growth rate.
Is the population of Niue growing or shrinking?
It is growing at +0.3% per year — roughly 0 more people every day. Each year there are about 39 births and 39 deaths, with net migration of +3.
What is the median age in Niue?
The median age is 35.1 years, and life expectancy at birth is 70.4 years.
How does Niue rank by population?
Niue is the 237th most populous of 238 countries and territories worldwide and the 23rd in Oceania, with less than 0.001% of the global population.
How has the population of Niue changed over time?
In 1950 the population was 4,425; by 2025 it had fallen to 2,590 (-41.5%). The year-by-year table above lists the full UN World Population Prospects series.
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MontserratSources & method: the live population is a linear extrapolation of the UN World Population Prospects estimate for 1 January 2026 using the annual growth rate (+0.3%); births, deaths and migration counters apply the UN crude rates to the live figure. Historical series, area, GDP and other indicators are from the UN World Population Prospects; the encyclopedic summary is from Wikipedia. Figures are statistical estimates, not census counts. Page generated 2026-10-19. More about our data.