American Samoa Population

American Samoa, an unincorporated territory of the United States located in the South Pacific, has experienced relatively slow population growth in recent decades. According to U.S. Census data, the population peaked at around 65,000 in 2010 but has since declined, with estimates in 2023 placing it at approximately 45,000. This decline is largely attributed to outmigration, particularly to the U.S. mainland, as residents seek better economic opportunities and education. Birth rates in American Samoa remain higher than the U.S. average, but they have gradually decreased, and the territory faces challenges such as limited land, economic constraints, and vulnerability to natural disasters, all of which influence demographic trends. As a result, American Samoa's population growth has stagnated or even reversed, setting it apart from many other Pacific island territories.

Data from US Census International Database