Micronesian Scorecard
Country profile
The Federated States of Micronesia is an island nation in the western Pacific Ocean, consisting of hundreds of small islands with a rich maritime culture and pristine natural beauty. It has a population of 0.1 million, a population growth rate of 0.46%, and a median age of 22.85 years.
Its history is rooted in ancient Micronesian navigation and traditional clan systems, later influenced by American administration after World War II.
Today, FSM is focused on sustainable development, preserving its traditional customs, and promoting eco-tourism amid its breathtaking island landscapes.
Its capital city is Palikir.
How does Micronesia compare to other countries?
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Trinidad and TobagoEconomic Development
GDP per Capita (PPP) in the Federated States of Micronesia improved by 3.9% from 2022 to 2023
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GDP Growth in Micronesia, Fed. Sts. improved by 200.0% from 2022 to 2023
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Inflation Rate in the Federated States of Micronesia worsened by 69.6% from 2021 to 2022
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General Government Debt in the Federated States of Micronesia improved by 14.8% from 2022 to 2023
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Health and Social Development
Life Expectancy in the Federated States of Micronesia improved by 0.4% from 2022 to 2023
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Infant Mortality Rate in the Federated States of Micronesia improved by 3.3% from 2022 to 2023
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Human Development Index showed no change from 2021 to 2022
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Suicide Mortality Rate in Micronesia, Fed. Sts. worsened by 3.3% from 2020 to 2021
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Freedom in the World showed no change from 2023 to 2024
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Education
Insufficient data to determine improvement.
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Governance and Security
Control of Corruption in the Federated States of Micronesia improved by 62.5% from 2022 to 2023
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Insufficient data to determine improvement.
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Government Effectiveness in the Federated States of Micronesia worsened by 38.8% from 2022 to 2023
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Political Stability in the Federated States of Micronesia worsened by 10.7% from 2022 to 2023
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Rule of Law in the Federated States of Micronesia worsened by 6.7% from 2022 to 2023
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Voice and Accountability in the Federated States of Micronesia worsened by 3.6% from 2022 to 2023
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Environmental Sustainability and Energy
CO2 Emissions per Capita in the Federated States of Micronesia worsened by 2.3% from 2022 to 2023
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Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Micronesia, Fed. Sts. improved by 1.8% from 2019 to 2020
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Renewable Energy Consumption in Micronesia, Fed. Sts. worsened by 4.8% from 2021 to 2022