Population

American SamoavsTonga
This comparison uses the latest available atlas values for each country; reporting years can differ by metric.
The biggest differences first
Surface area
Tonga is higher
Nominal GDP
American Samoa is higher
What stands out
Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.
Population
Tonga’s population is 123% larger than that of American Samoa, a difference of 57,410.
Surface area
Tonga’s surface area is 275% larger than that of American Samoa, a difference of 550 km².
Population density
American Samoa’s population density is 68% higher than that of Tonga, a difference of 94.9 /km².
Nominal GDP
American Samoa’s nominal GDP is 47% larger than that of Tonga, a difference of $279.9 million.
GDP per capita
American Samoa’s GDP per capita is 219% higher than that of Tonga, a difference of $12,366.
Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.
Full side-by-side comparison
Capital
Pago Pago
Nuku'alofa
Population
46,765
104,175
Surface area
200 km²
750 km²
Population density
234 /km²
139 /km²
Nominal GDP
$871.0 million · 2022
$591.1 million · 2023
GDP per capita
$18,017 · 2022
$5,652 · 2023
Region
Oceania
Oceania
Subregion
Polynesia
Polynesia
Currency
United States dollar · USD · $
Tongan paʻanga · TOP · $
Nationality
American Samoan
Tongan
Phone code
+1
+676
Internet domain
.as
.to
ISO codes
AS / ASM
TO / TON
Time zone
Pacific/Pago_Pago
Pacific/Tongatapu
Native name
American Samoa
Tonga
| Measure | American Samoa | Tonga |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | Pago Pago | Nuku'alofa |
| Population | 46,765 | 104,175 |
| Surface area | 200 km² | 750 km² |
| Population density | 234 /km² | 139 /km² |
| Nominal GDP | $871.0 million · 2022 | $591.1 million · 2023 |
| GDP per capita | $18,017 · 2022 | $5,652 · 2023 |
| Region | Oceania | Oceania |
| Subregion | Polynesia | Polynesia |
| Currency | United States dollar · USD · $ | Tongan paʻanga · TOP · $ |
| Nationality | American Samoan | Tongan |
| Phone code | +1 | +676 |
| Internet domain | .as | .to |
| ISO codes | AS / ASM | TO / TON |
| Time zone | Pacific/Pago_Pago | Pacific/Tongatapu |
| Native name | American Samoa | Tonga |
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Country overviews
AI-assisted profile prose · methodologyAbout American Samoa
American Samoa, an unincorporated U.S. territory in the South Pacific, blends island charm with a unique blend of Polynesian heritage and American influence, offering travelers a vivid glimpse into a vibrant, sun‑kissed culture.
Full American Samoa profile →About Tonga
Tonga is a Polynesian kingdom in the South Pacific, the last remaining monarchy among the Pacific island nations. Spread across more than 170 islands, it is sometimes called the Friendly Islands, a name given by Captain Cook. Proud of never having been formally colonised, Tonga maintains a strong sense of tradition, faith and royal heritage.
Full Tonga profile →American Samoa & Tonga: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of American Samoa?
The capital of American Samoa is Pago Pago.
What is the population of American Samoa?
American Samoa has a recorded population of approximately 46,765 people.
How big is American Samoa?
American Samoa covers an area of about 200 km².
What is the population density of American Samoa?
American Samoa has a population density of roughly 234 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What is the GDP of American Samoa?
American Samoa has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $871.0 million as of 2022.
What is the GDP per capita of American Samoa?
American Samoa has a GDP per capita of approximately $18,017.
What currency is used in American Samoa?
American Samoa uses the United States dollar (USD), with the symbol $.
Where is American Samoa located?
American Samoa is located in Polynesia, Oceania.
What are people from American Samoa called?
People from American Samoa are referred to as American Samoan.
What is the phone calling code for American Samoa?
The international dialing code for American Samoa is +1.
What is the internet domain for American Samoa?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for American Samoa is .as.
What time zone is American Samoa in?
American Samoa uses the Pacific/Pago_Pago time zone.
What is American Samoa known for?
American Samoa, an unincorporated U.S. territory in the South Pacific, blends island charm with a unique blend of Polynesian heritage and American influence, offering travelers a vivid glimpse into a vibrant, sun‑kissed culture.
What is the capital of Tonga?
The capital of Tonga is Nuku'alofa.
What is the population of Tonga?
Tonga has a recorded population of approximately 104,175 people.
How big is Tonga?
Tonga covers an area of about 750 km².
What is the population density of Tonga?
Tonga has a population density of roughly 139 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What is the GDP of Tonga?
Tonga has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $591.1 million as of 2023.
What is the GDP per capita of Tonga?
Tonga has a GDP per capita of approximately $5,652.
What currency is used in Tonga?
Tonga uses the Tongan paʻanga (TOP), with the symbol $.
Where is Tonga located?
Tonga is located in Polynesia, Oceania.
What are people from Tonga called?
People from Tonga are referred to as Tongan.
What is the phone calling code for Tonga?
The international dialing code for Tonga is +676.
What is the internet domain for Tonga?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Tonga is .to.
What time zone is Tonga in?
Tonga uses the Pacific/Tongatapu time zone.
What is Tonga known for?
Tonga is a Polynesian kingdom in the South Pacific, the last remaining monarchy among the Pacific island nations. Spread across more than 170 islands, it is sometimes called the Friendly Islands, a name given by Captain Cook. Proud of never having been formally colonised, Tonga maintains a strong sense of tradition, faith and royal heritage.