Situated in Caribbean, United States Virgin Islands 🇻🇮 (officially Virgin Islands of the United States) is one of the most interesting places you can land on when you spin the globe. With a population of about 104,377 and a total area of 347 km², it offers far more than its statistics suggest.
Whether you discovered United States Virgin Islands through our random country spinner or searched for it directly, this guide covers everything you need to know: the flag, the capital city of Charlotte Amalie, population figures, languages, currency, geography and a collection of memorable facts.
Where is United States Virgin Islands located?
Geographically, United States Virgin Islands belongs to Caribbean within Americas. Its territory spans approximately 347 km², which makes it the 211th largest country or territory on Earth.
United States Virgin 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.
The capital city is Charlotte Amalie, the political and cultural heart of the country and usually the first stop for visitors who want to understand how virgin islander life really works.
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Who lives in United States Virgin Islands?
Around 104,377 people live in United States Virgin Islands, making it the 198th most populous country or territory in the world. A person from United States Virgin Islands is called a Virgin 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 Virgin Islands — from markets and music to family traditions — is what makes discovering it through a random spin so rewarding.
Good to know before you go
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 Virgin Islands is +1340. Websites from the country typically use the .vi internet domain.
Quiz tip: the three facts most worth memorising about United States Virgin Islands are its flag, its capital Charlotte Amalie, and its approximate population of 104,377.
Fun facts about United States Virgin Islands
- United States Virgin Islands's flag emoji is 🇻🇮 — its two-letter country code is VI and its three-letter code is VIR.
- United States Virgin Islands covers 347 km², ranking 211th in the world by area.
- With about 104,377 people, United States Virgin Islands holds the 198th spot in the world population ranking.
- United States Virgin Islands is not a full member state of the United Nations.
- United States Virgin Islands is completely surrounded by water, with zero land borders.
United States Virgin Islands — frequently asked questions
- What is the capital of United States Virgin Islands?
- The capital of United States Virgin Islands is Charlotte Amalie.
- What is the population of United States Virgin Islands?
- United States Virgin Islands has a population of approximately 104,377 people, ranking 198th in the world.
- Where is United States Virgin Islands located?
- United States Virgin Islands is located in Caribbean, part of the Americas region.
- What language is spoken in United States Virgin Islands?
- The main language spoken in United States Virgin Islands is English.
- What currency is used in United States Virgin Islands?
- United States Virgin Islands uses the United States dollar (USD).
