Micronesia Population Pyramid (2026)
The Federated States of Micronesia has a population of 114,183 in 2026, according to the UN World Population Prospects 2024 (projection for 1 July). That is the 181st-largest population in the world and less than 0.01% of the global total of 8.30 billion. Children under 15 make up 31.2% of the population and people aged 65 and over 6.4%, with 98.6 males for every 100 females.
Micronesia Demographics
The Federated States of Micronesia has 114,183 people in 2026, up 93.8% from 58,922 in 1970.
Births outnumber deaths by 1,611 (UN projection for 2026).
Median age 23.5 — the 59th-lowest of 194 countries.
Under-15 share 31.2% — the 63rd-highest of 194 countries.
Largest generation: Gen Z — 31.0% (35,389)
All generations in the Federated States of Micronesia →Population pyramid, 1950 to 2026
Watch how the Federated States of Micronesia's population structure evolved from 1950 to 2026
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Sex Ratio & Gender Distribution
The Federated States of Micronesia has 98.6 males per 100 females (sex ratio)
Women outnumber men by 821 (0.7% of the population).
Male Statistics
- Population:56,681
- Percentage:49.6%
Female Statistics
- Population:57,502
- Percentage:50.4%
- Ratio Format:1:1.014
Sex Ratio Analysis
The sex ratio of the Federated States of Micronesia indicates more females than males.
Birth Statistics & Natality Data
Estimated births today
Simulated from the UN WPP 2024 projection of 2,509 births in 2026.
Current Birth Metrics (2026)
Temporal Distribution
Averages from the UN annual births, 2026 projection
Historical Birth Rate Trends, 1950 to 2026
Birth Statistics, 2021 to 2026
| Year | Births | Birth Rate (per 1,000) | TFR (children/woman) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,532 | 22.7 | 2.82 | estimate |
| 2022 | 2,524 | 22.5 | 2.79 | estimate |
| 2023 | 2,512 | 22.3 | 2.75 | estimate |
| 2024 | 2,526 | 22.3 | 2.74 | projection |
| 2025 | 2,517 | 22.1 | 2.71 | projection |
| 2026 | 2,509 | 22.0 | 2.67 | projection |
Historical Analysis
Global Context (2026)
Source: UN WPP 2024: births, birth rate and fertility for 2024 and later are medium-variant projections; 1950–2023 are estimates. The live counter is a uniform simulation of the 2026 projection (2,509 births), not a real-time feed.
Median Age Analysis
The Federated States of Micronesia's median age is 23.5 years
Half the population is younger than 23.5 years, half is older — indicating a very young society
Complete Age Distribution & Youth Demographics
| Age Group | Population | % | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-4 | 12,020 | 10.5% | Youth |
| 5-9 | 11,754 | 10.3% | Youth |
| 10-14 | 11,807 | 10.3% | Youth |
| 15-19 | 11,734 | 10.3% | Young Adult |
| 20-24 | 10,796 | 9.5% | Young Adult |
| 25-29 | 10,213 | 8.9% | Working Age |
| 30-34 | 8,935 | 7.8% | Working Age |
| 35-39 | 6,738 | 5.9% | Working Age |
| 40-44 | 5,520 | 4.8% | Working Age |
| 45-49 | 4,832 | 4.2% | Working Age |
| 50-54 | 4,550 | 4.0% | Working Age |
| 55-59 | 4,194 | 3.7% | Working Age |
| 60-64 | 3,818 | 3.3% | Working Age |
| 65-69 | 3,170 | 2.8% | Senior |
| 70-74 | 2,244 | 2.0% | Senior |
| 75-79 | 1,179 | 1.0% | Senior |
| 80-84 | 466 | 0.4% | Senior |
| 85-89 | 176 | 0.2% | Senior |
| 90-94 | 38 | 0.0% | Senior |
| 95-99 | 3 | 0.0% | Senior |
| 100+ | 0 | 0.0% | Senior |
Demographic Transition Model (DTM) Stage
Stage 3 (falling birth rate): 2.67 children per woman and 22.0 births per 1,000, with a low death rate (7.9). Read more about Stage 3 of the Demographic Transition Model.
Fertility Rate & Birth Statistics
Micronesia Total Fertility Rate: 2.67 children per woman
Above the replacement level of 2.1
Fertility Rate Trends
Historical data (solid line) and future projections (dashed line)
Historical Fertility Trends
| Year | Total Fertility Rate | Birth Rate | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2.82 | 22.7 | |
| 2022 | 2.79 | 22.5 | ↓0.03 |
| 2023 | 2.75 | 22.3 | ↓0.04 |
| 2024 | 2.74 | 22.3 | ↓0.01 |
| 2025 | 2.71 | 22.1 | ↓0.03 |
| 2026 | 2.67 | 22.0 | ↓0.04 |
Global Context
- • World Average: 2.23 children per woman
- • Comparison: Above global average
- • UN projection for 2030: 2.57
The Federated States of Micronesia's total fertility rate is 2.67 children per woman in 2026 (above replacement), above the replacement level of 2.1. The Federated States of Micronesia ranks 62 of 194 for fertility rate (1 = highest), in the highest third of countries. The fertility rate has changed by −59.7% since 1950.
Historical Demographic Changes
Between 1950 and 2026, the Federated States of Micronesia's population has increased by 255.6%.
The median age has increased from 18.4 in 1950 to 23.5 in 2026, indicating population aging.
Understanding the Federated States of Micronesia's Demographics
The Federated States of Micronesia has an expansive population pyramid — a broad base of children that narrows steadily toward older ages.
Children under 15 make up 31.2% of the population and people aged 65 and over 6.4%.
The largest five-year age band is 0–4, at 10.5% of the population.
Demographic Analysis: the Federated States of Micronesia's Population Structure
Demographic Dividend Window
The working-age share is still rising, from 62.2% in 2016 to 62.5% in 2026 (dependency ratio 60.1).
Fertility Transition Stage
The Federated States of Micronesia is in a period of above replacement, with a total fertility rate of 2.67 children per woman (2026, UN WPP 2024).
Population Aging Speed
The Federated States of Micronesia's median age changed by +2.3 years from 2016 to 2026, slower than the world average (+2.6 years).
Key Demographics
| Total Population | 114,183 |
| Male Population | 56,681(49.6%) |
| Female Population | 57,502(50.4%) |
| Median Age | 23.5 years |
| Sex Ratio | 98.6 males per 100 females |
| Youth (0-14) | 35,581(31.2%) |
| Working Age (15-64) | 71,326(62.5%) |
| Elderly (65+) | 7,276(6.4%) |
| Total Dependency Ratio | 60.1 |
| Youth Dependency Ratio | 49.9 |
| Old Age Dependency Ratio | 10.2 |
| Pyramid Type | Expansive |
Dependency Ratios: Number of dependents per 100 working-age individuals.
Demographic Data Visualizations
Total population, 1950–2026 (UN WPP 2024; 2024 onward are projections).
Median age, 1950–2026 (UN WPP 2024; 2024 onward are projections).
Youth, working-age and elderly shares, 1950 vs 2026 (UN WPP 2024).
Age distribution in 2026: youth, working-age and elderly shares (UN WPP 2024; projection).
Life Expectancy in the Federated States of Micronesia
How long the average person in the Federated States of Micronesia is expected to live · sourced from UN WPP 2024
Historical Trend, 1950 → 2026 (plus UN projection to 2100)
Solid: actual · Dashed: medium-variant projectionFuture Demographic Trends
The Federated States of Micronesia is projected to grow to 126,408 people by 2050 (+10.7% from 2026).
The median age rises from 23.5 in 2026 to 29.2 by 2050.
Federated States of Micronesia's Demographic Evolution by Decade
The population increased by 31.4%, growing from 0.1 million in 1970 to 0.1 million by 1980.
Key Demographic Highlights
- • Population changed from 59K to 77K
- • Growth rate of 31.4% over the decade
- • Median age shifted from 15.3 to 15.0 years (−0.3y)
- • 65+ share changed by −0.2 points; under-15 share by +0.6 points
Frequently Asked Questions About the Federated States of Micronesia
How does the Federated States of Micronesia rank globally by population?
The Federated States of Micronesia ranks 181st in the world by population with 114,183 people as of 2026.
What does the Federated States of Micronesia's age structure reveal about its development?
The Federated States of Micronesia's age structure — 31.2% under 15, 62.5% working-age (15–64) and 6.4% aged 65+ — is that of a country in Stage 3 of the demographic transition, with an expansive population pyramid. The median age is 23.5 years.
What is the dependency ratio in the Federated States of Micronesia?
The Federated States of Micronesia has 60.1 people under 15 or aged 65+ per 100 people aged 15–64 in 2026.
Is the Federated States of Micronesia experiencing a demographic dividend?
The Federated States of Micronesia is opening its demographic-dividend window. The working-age share is still rising, from 62.2% in 2016 to 62.5% in 2026 (dependency ratio 60.1). The demographic dividend occurs when falling fertility creates a bulge in the working-age population while dependency ratios stay manageable.
What are the gender dynamics in the Federated States of Micronesia's population?
The Federated States of Micronesia has more females than males, with 98.6 males per 100 females.
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Data Sources & Methodology
All population data is sourced from the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, Population Division. The data represents UN medium-variant projections.
Cite this page: Population Pyramids. (2026). Micronesia Population Pyramid and Demographic Analysis. Retrieved from https://www.populationpyramids.org/micronesia
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