Welcome to Guam 🇬🇺 — a remarkable destination in Micronesia. Its official name is Guam, and today around 167,777 people call this Oceania nation home, spread across roughly 549 km² of territory.
Below is your complete country profile for Guam: key statistics, an introduction to Hagåtña, an interactive map, cultural notes and answers to the questions people most often ask about this corner of Oceania.
Geography of Guam
Guam lies in Micronesia, in the Oceania region of the world. Measuring roughly 549 square kilometres, it ranks 199th in the world by total area.
Guam has no land borders at all — it is surrounded entirely by water, and this island setting has given it a distinct identity, ecosystem and way of life.
Hagåtña serves as the capital — the centre of government and, for most travellers, the gateway to everything else Guam has to offer.
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People, language and culture
Guam is home to approximately 167,777 residents — the 191st largest population on the planet. Its people are known as Guamanians.
Guam is multilingual: the languages spoken include Chamorro, English and Spanish. This linguistic variety reflects the country's layered history and the many communities that shaped it.
Like every country featured on Spin a Country, Guam rewards curiosity — its festivals, food and everyday customs tell a story that statistics alone never can.
Currency, travel and practical facts
The official currency is the United States dollar (USD, symbol $). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travelling.
The international dialling code for Guam is +1671. Websites from the country typically use the .gu internet domain.
If Guam came up on your random spin, take five minutes to memorise its flag, capital (Hagåtña) and population — these are the three facts most often asked in geography quizzes.
Fun facts about Guam
- Guam's flag emoji is 🇬🇺 — its two-letter country code is GU and its three-letter code is GUM.
- Guam covers 549 km², ranking 199th in the world by area.
- With about 167,777 people, Guam holds the 191st spot in the world population ranking.
- Guam is not a full member state of the United Nations.
- Guam is completely surrounded by water, with zero land borders.
Guam — frequently asked questions
- What is the capital of Guam?
- The capital of Guam is Hagåtña.
- What is the population of Guam?
- Guam has a population of approximately 167,777 people, ranking 191st in the world.
- Where is Guam located?
- Guam is located in Micronesia, part of the Oceania region.
- What language is spoken in Guam?
- The languages spoken in Guam include Chamorro, English and Spanish.
- What currency is used in Guam?
- Guam uses the United States dollar (USD).
