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How Big Is Nauru?

Nauru, located in Australia-Oceania, is the 231st largest country in the world, covering approximately 21 square kilometers (8 square miles). That's about 11.86% the size of District of Columbia. It is home to approximately 9,811 people.

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21 km²
8 sq mi
#231 of 236 countries
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Nauru's Geography

Nauru has approximately 30 km of coastline. Within Australia, Nauru is the 24th largest of 26 countries, sitting between Tuvalu and Cocos (Keeling) Islands. With 467 people per km², it is more densely populated than the Oceanian average of 125 per km².

How Far Across Is Nauru?

Nauru stretches approximately 7 km (4 mi) from north to south, and 6 km (4 mi) from east to west.

How Many Times Does Nauru Fit?

1454×

Nauru fits inside Belgium 1454 times

1966×

Nauru fits inside Switzerland 1966 times

1978×

Nauru fits inside Netherlands 1978 times

4749×

Nauru fits inside South Korea 4749 times

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21 km²
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28 km²
34% larger
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177 km²
743% larger
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New Mexico
314,310 km²
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Alaska
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Nauru at a Glance

Statistic Value
Total Area 21 km² (8 sq mi)
World Size Rank #231 of 236
Capital Yaren
Population Density 467 per km²
Population 9,811 people
Coastline 30 km
Life Expectancy 67.9 years
GDP per Capita $11,400 USD