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Cook IslandsvsFrench Polynesia

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Population

🇨🇰 Cook IslandsNo data
🇵🇫 French Polynesia281,807

Population data is unavailable for the Cook Islands, so a relative difference cannot be calculated.

Surface area

🇨🇰 Cook IslandsNo data
🇵🇫 French Polynesia3,471 km²

Surface area data is unavailable for the Cook Islands, so a relative difference cannot be calculated.

Population density

🇨🇰 Cook IslandsNo data
🇵🇫 French Polynesia81.2 /km²

Population density data is unavailable for the Cook Islands, so a relative difference cannot be calculated.

Nominal GDP

🇨🇰 Cook IslandsNo data
🇵🇫 French Polynesia$6.32 billion · 2024

Nominal GDP data is unavailable for the Cook Islands, so a relative difference cannot be calculated.

GDP per capita

🇨🇰 Cook IslandsNo data
🇵🇫 French Polynesia$22,440 · 2024

GDP per capita data is unavailable for the Cook Islands, so a relative difference cannot be calculated.

Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.

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Capital

Avarua

Papeete

Population

—

281,807

Surface area

—

3,471 km²

Population density

—

81.2 /km²

Nominal GDP

—

$6.32 billion · 2024

GDP per capita

—

$22,440 · 2024

Region

Oceania

Oceania

Subregion

Polynesia

Polynesia

Currency

New Zealand dollar · NZD · $

CFP franc · XPF · ₣

Nationality

Cook Island

French Polynesia

Phone code

+682

+689

Internet domain

.ck

.pf

ISO codes

CK / COK

PF / PYF

Time zone

Pacific/Rarotonga

Pacific/Gambier, Pacific/Marquesas (+1 more)

Native name

Cook Islands

Polynésie française

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About Cook Islands

The Cook Islands, a tropical paradise in the South Pacific, is a self‑governing nation of 15 small islands known for its crystal‑clear lagoons, friendly locals, and a unique blend of Polynesian heritage and modern island life.

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About French Polynesia

French Polynesia is a breathtaking archipelago of volcanic islands scattered across the South Pacific, famed for its turquoise lagoons, dramatic cliffs, and a unique blend of Polynesian charm and French elegance.

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Cook Islands & French Polynesia: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Cook Islands?

The capital of Cook Islands is Avarua.

What currency is used in Cook Islands?

Cook Islands uses the New Zealand dollar (NZD), with the symbol $.

Where is Cook Islands located?

Cook Islands is located in Polynesia, Oceania.

What are people from Cook Islands called?

People from Cook Islands are referred to as Cook Island.

What is the phone calling code for Cook Islands?

The international dialing code for Cook Islands is +682.

What is the internet domain for Cook Islands?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Cook Islands is .ck.

What time zone is Cook Islands in?

Cook Islands uses the Pacific/Rarotonga time zone.

What is Cook Islands known for?

The Cook Islands, a tropical paradise in the South Pacific, is a self‑governing nation of 15 small islands known for its crystal‑clear lagoons, friendly locals, and a unique blend of Polynesian heritage and modern island life.

What is the capital of French Polynesia?

The capital of French Polynesia is Papeete.

What is the population of French Polynesia?

French Polynesia has a recorded population of approximately 281,807 people.

How big is French Polynesia?

French Polynesia covers an area of about 3,471 km².

What is the population density of French Polynesia?

French Polynesia has a population density of roughly 81.2 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of French Polynesia?

French Polynesia has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $6.32 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of French Polynesia?

French Polynesia has a GDP per capita of approximately $22,440.

What currency is used in French Polynesia?

French Polynesia uses the CFP franc (XPF), with the symbol ₣.

Where is French Polynesia located?

French Polynesia is located in Polynesia, Oceania.

What is the native name of French Polynesia?

The native name of French Polynesia is Polynésie française.

What are people from French Polynesia called?

People from French Polynesia are referred to as French Polynesia.

What is the phone calling code for French Polynesia?

The international dialing code for French Polynesia is +689.

What is the internet domain for French Polynesia?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for French Polynesia is .pf.

What time zone is French Polynesia in?

French Polynesia spans 3 time zones including Pacific/Gambier, Pacific/Marquesas, Pacific/Tahiti.

What is French Polynesia known for?

French Polynesia is a breathtaking archipelago of volcanic islands scattered across the South Pacific, famed for its turquoise lagoons, dramatic cliffs, and a unique blend of Polynesian charm and French elegance.