United States Minor Outlying Islands 🇺🇲 is a fascinating country located in North America, part of the Americas region. Officially known as United States Minor Outlying Islands, it is home to roughly 300 people and covers an area of about 34 square kilometres.
On this page you will find a complete profile of United States Minor Outlying Islands — its people and languages, the money used there, where it sits on the world map, and plenty of facts worth remembering the next time the country comes up in a quiz.
United States Minor Outlying Islands on the map
Geographically, United States Minor Outlying Islands belongs to North America within Americas. Its territory spans approximately 34 km², which makes it the 239th largest country or territory on Earth.
United States Minor Outlying Islands 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.
Interestingly, United States Minor Outlying Islands has no officially designated capital city in the conventional sense.
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Population and languages of United States Minor Outlying Islands
Around 300 people live in United States Minor Outlying Islands, making it the 246th most populous country or territory in the world. A person from United States Minor Outlying Islands is called a American Islander.
The main language spoken here is English. Learning even a handful of phrases before a visit goes a long way with locals.
Beyond the numbers, everyday culture in United States Minor Outlying Islands — from markets and music to family traditions — is what makes discovering it through a random spin so rewarding.
Practical information about United States Minor Outlying Islands
The official currency is the United States dollar (USD, symbol $). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travelling.
The international dialling code for United States Minor Outlying Islands is +268. Websites from the country typically use the .us internet domain.
Quiz tip: the three facts most worth memorising about United States Minor Outlying Islands are its flag, its region, and its approximate population of 300.
Fun facts about United States Minor Outlying Islands
- United States Minor Outlying Islands's flag emoji is 🇺🇲 — its two-letter country code is UM and its three-letter code is UMI.
- United States Minor Outlying Islands covers 34 km², ranking 239th in the world by area.
- With about 300 people, United States Minor Outlying Islands holds the 246th spot in the world population ranking.
- United States Minor Outlying Islands is not a full member state of the United Nations.
- United States Minor Outlying Islands is completely surrounded by water, with zero land borders.
United States Minor Outlying Islands — frequently asked questions
- What is the capital of United States Minor Outlying Islands?
- United States Minor Outlying Islands has no officially designated capital city.
- What is the population of United States Minor Outlying Islands?
- United States Minor Outlying Islands has a population of approximately 300 people, ranking 246th in the world.
- Where is United States Minor Outlying Islands located?
- United States Minor Outlying Islands is located in North America, part of the Americas region.
- What language is spoken in United States Minor Outlying Islands?
- The main language spoken in United States Minor Outlying Islands is English.
- What currency is used in United States Minor Outlying Islands?
- United States Minor Outlying Islands uses the United States dollar (USD).
