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Wallis and Futuna population overview
Wallis and Futuna is the 20th most populous of 23 countries and territories in Oceania. The United Nations put the population at 11,965 on 1 January 2026; with an annual growth rate of -0.7% the live estimate on this page falls by roughly 0 people per day.
Over a full year that means about 103 births (8.6 per 1,000 people) and 102 deaths (8.5 per 1,000), and net emigration of roughly 86 people. The infant mortality rate is 10.7 per 1,000 live births.
UN World Population Prospects data show the population grew from 7,850 in 1950 to 11,800 in 2025 — a change of +50.3%, or +0.5% per year on average. It peaked at 14,692 in 2000 and has declined 19% since.
Demographically, the median age is 38.6 years; life expectancy at birth is 79 years.
Wallis and Futuna population statistics (2026)
| Population (live, October 2026) #230 of 238 → | 11,896 |
|---|---|
| UN estimate, 1 Jan 2026 | 11,965 |
| World rank | #230 of 238 |
| Rank in Oceania | #20 of 23 |
| Share of world population | less than 0.001% |
| Annual growth rate #219 of 238 → | -0.7% |
| Births per year est. | 103 |
| Deaths per year est. | 102 |
| Net migration per year est. · #224 of 238 → | -86 |
| Birth rate | 8.6 per 1,000 |
| Death rate | 8.5 per 1,000 |
| Infant mortality #103 of 238 → | 10.7 per 1,000 births |
| Sex ratio #217 of 238 → | 90.5 males per 100 females |
| Median age #79 of 238 → | 38.6 years |
| Life expectancy | 79 years |
Wallis and Futuna population by year
| Year | Population | Change | Annual growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 (live, UN-based) | 11,896 | – | – |
| 2025 | 11,800 | +192 | +0.3% |
| 2020 | 11,608 | -422 | -0.7% |
| 2015 | 12,030 | -1,002 | -1.6% |
| 2010 | 13,032 | -1,423 | -2.1% |
| 2005 | 14,455 | -237 | -0.3% |
| 2000 | 14,692 | +542 | +0.8% |
| 1995 | 14,150 | +560 | +0.8% |
| 1990 | 13,590 | +740 | +1.1% |
| 1985 | 12,850 | +1,891 | +3.2% |
| 1980 | 10,959 | +1,742 | +3.5% |
| 1975 | 9,217 | +401 | +0.9% |
| 1970 | 8,816 | +376 | +0.9% |
| 1965 | 8,440 | -22 | -0.1% |
| 1960 | 8,462 | -207 | -0.5% |
| 1955 | 8,669 | +819 | +2% |
| 1950 | 7,850 | – | – |
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.
Largest cities in Wallis and Futuna
| # | City | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mata-Utu Capital | 1,200 | 10.1% |
Mata-Utu is the largest city with 1,200 people and is also the capital. City figures are the latest official estimates for the city proper, so shares are approximate. Full list of Wallis and Futuna cities →
About Wallis and Futuna Islands
Detailed indicators
International organizations don't publish detailed statistical series (CO₂, energy, water, economy) for Wallis and Futuna Islands — 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 7,850 in 1950 to 11,896 today — up 51.5%.
- Population peaked at 14,692 in 2000 and is down 19% since.
- Average change over the last 50 years of data: +0.5% per year.
- World rank: Population #230 of 238 · Population growth rate #219 of 238.
Wallis and Futuna Islands in the news
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Wallis and Futuna in 2026?
As of October 2026, Wallis and Futuna has an estimated population of 11,896. The United Nations estimated 11,965 residents on 1 January 2026; the live figure on this page extrapolates that estimate using the -0.7% annual growth rate.
Is the population of Wallis and Futuna growing or shrinking?
It is shrinking at -0.7% per year — roughly 0 fewer people every day. Each year there are about 103 births and 102 deaths, with net migration of -86.
What is the median age in Wallis and Futuna?
The median age is 38.6 years, and life expectancy at birth is 79 years.
How does Wallis and Futuna rank by population?
Wallis and Futuna is the 230th most populous of 238 countries and territories worldwide and the 20th in Oceania, with less than 0.001% of the global population.
How has the population of Wallis and Futuna changed over time?
In 1950 the population was 7,850; by 2025 it had grown to 11,800 (+50.3%). The year-by-year table above lists the full UN World Population Prospects series.
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Sources & method: the live population is a linear extrapolation of the UN World Population Prospects estimate for 1 January 2026 using the annual growth rate (-0.7%); 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 2026-10-20. More about our data.