What is the population of Saint Pierre and Miquelon in 2026?
Saint Pierre and Miquelon has a population of 5,794 people, which is 230th in the world and about 0.00% of the global total.
Population 2026
5,794
0.00% of world population
Archive estimateAnnual Growth
−1.15%
−67 people a year
Archive estimateDensity
25/km²
242 km² land area
Archive estimateMedian Age
47.2 years
Life expectancy 81.3 years
Our World in Data, 2025About Saint Pierre and Miquelon
With a population of 5,794 and a median age of 47.2 years, Saint Pierre and Miquelon is a small and aging community experiencing annual population decline of -1.1%. The territory spans 242 km² and supports a population density of 25 people per km², with 90% of residents concentrated in urban areas. Located in North America, it has been established since 1700 and functions as an overseas collectivity of France.
Life expectancy reaches 81.3 years, reflecting relatively high living standards supported by a GDP per capita of $46,200. French is the primary language, and the Euro serves as the currency. The fertility rate of 1.6 births per woman contributes to the demographic pressures facing this isolated jurisdiction.
This summary is AI-generated from the indicators on this page. The figures themselves come from the sources cited beside each value.
Country Facts
- Capital
- Saint-Pierre
- Continent
- North America
- ISO codes
- PM · SPM
- Demonym
- Saint-Pierrais, Miquelonnais
- Currency
- Euro (EUR €)
- Government
- Overseas collectivity of france
- State inception
- 1700
- Time zone
- UTC−03:00
- Driving side
- Right
- Calling code
- +508
- Internet TLD
- .pm
- Land neighbours
- No land borders
Languages
- French
Demographics
Not published for Saint Pierre and Miquelon: Birth Rate, Death Rate.
Economy
Not published for Saint Pierre and Miquelon: GDP Growth, Unemployment Rate, Inflation Rate, Poverty Rate, Gini Index.
Health
None of our sources publish these indicators for Saint Pierre and Miquelon.
Education
None of our sources publish these indicators for Saint Pierre and Miquelon.
Environment
Not published for Saint Pierre and Miquelon: Renewable Energy, Forest Coverage, Protected Areas.
Infrastructure
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Quality of Life
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Geography
Military
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Age & Gender Distribution
Population by five-year age band, UN World Population Prospects 2024.
Male Female
- Age 0–14
- 13.7%
- Age 15–64
- 66.1%
- Age 65+
- 20.2%
| Age band | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 100+ | 0 | 0 |
| 95-99 | 2 | 7 |
| 90-94 | 8 | 31 |
| 85-89 | 29 | 70 |
| 80-84 | 58 | 88 |
| 75-79 | 89 | 107 |
| 70-74 | 128 | 142 |
| 65-69 | 193 | 187 |
| 60-64 | 244 | 227 |
| 55-59 | 275 | 253 |
| 50-54 | 240 | 250 |
| 45-49 | 195 | 216 |
| 40-44 | 199 | 196 |
| 35-39 | 151 | 154 |
| 30-34 | 147 | 154 |
| 25-29 | 96 | 75 |
| 20-24 | 141 | 117 |
| 15-19 | 201 | 196 |
| 10-14 | 177 | 177 |
| 5-9 | 124 | 125 |
| 0-4 | 86 | 81 |
Population History & Projection (1950–2100)
Observed population to 2024, then the UN medium-variant projection.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1950 | 4,489 |
| 1960 | 4,992 |
| 1970 | 5,636 |
| 1980 | 6,172 |
| 1990 | 6,353 |
| 2000 | 6,293 |
| 2010 | 6,024 |
| 2020 | 5,827 |
| 2030 | 5,289 |
| 2040 | 4,798 |
| 2050 | 4,258 |
| 2060 | 3,615 |
| 2070 | 3,095 |
| 2080 | 2,697 |
| 2090 | 2,345 |
| 2100 | 2,013 |
How Saint Pierre and Miquelon Compares
Population against the ten most populous countries.
- India1.46B
- China1.41B
- United States341.8M
- Indonesia285.7M
- Pakistan255.2M
- Nigeria237.5M
- Brazil212.8M
- Bangladesh175.7M
- Russia143.5M
- Ethiopia135.5M
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon5.8K
| Name | Population |
|---|---|
| India | 1.46B |
| China | 1.41B |
| United States | 341.8M |
| Indonesia | 285.7M |
| Pakistan | 255.2M |
| Nigeria | 237.5M |
| Brazil | 212.8M |
| Bangladesh | 175.7M |
| Russia | 143.5M |
| Ethiopia | 135.5M |
| Saint Pierre and Miquelon | 5.8K |
Saint Pierre and Miquelon Population FAQ
Is the population of Saint Pierre and Miquelon growing or shrinking?
Saint Pierre and Miquelon's population is shrinking at −1.15% per year, a change of roughly 67 people annually.
What is the capital of Saint Pierre and Miquelon?
The capital of Saint Pierre and Miquelon is Saint-Pierre.
How densely populated is Saint Pierre and Miquelon?
Saint Pierre and Miquelon has 25/km² across 242 km² of land area.
What is life expectancy in Saint Pierre and Miquelon?
Life expectancy at birth in Saint Pierre and Miquelon is 81.3 years.
What is the median age in Saint Pierre and Miquelon?
The median age in Saint Pierre and Miquelon is 47.2 years, meaning half the population is younger than that and half older.
Which continent is Saint Pierre and Miquelon in?
Saint Pierre and Miquelon is in North America.