Population of Tokelau

As of May 2025, the population of Tokelau is 1.9 thousand. The number of inhabitants has increased by 17 in the last year, representing a growth of 0.99%. The median age of the population has remained stable in recent years, currently standing at 27.2 years, the same as it was 10 years ago, in 2015. Currently, life expectancy at birth is 75.7 years and population density is 161.1 inhabitants per square kilometer.

Population Growth

The population growth rate of Tokelau peaked in 2017, reaching around 9.16% annually, but has since declined to approximately 0.88% in 2025. The annual increase in the number of people has also decreased from a peak of around 136 in 2017 to nearly 17 in 2025.

Life Expectancy

In Tokelau, life expectancy at birth has been increasing, with the indicator rising from 73 years in 2005 to 75.7 years in 2025, representing an increase of almost 3 years over the past 2 decades.