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

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Population data is unavailable for the Cook Islands, so a relative difference cannot be calculated.
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Population density data is unavailable for the Cook Islands, so a relative difference cannot be calculated.
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Avarua
Papeete
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281,807
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3,471 km²
—
81.2 /km²
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$6.32 billion · 2024
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$22,440 · 2024
Oceania
Oceania
Polynesia
Polynesia
New Zealand dollar · NZD · $
CFP franc · XPF · ₣
Cook Island
French Polynesia
+682
+689
.ck
.pf
CK / COK
PF / PYF
Pacific/Rarotonga
Pacific/Gambier, Pacific/Marquesas (+1 more)
Cook Islands
Polynésie française
| Measure | Cook Islands | French Polynesia |
|---|---|---|
| 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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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.
Full Cook Islands profile →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.
Full French Polynesia profile →The capital of Cook Islands is Avarua.
Cook Islands uses the New Zealand dollar (NZD), with the symbol $.
Cook Islands is located in Polynesia, Oceania.
People from Cook Islands are referred to as Cook Island.
The international dialing code for Cook Islands is +682.
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Cook Islands is .ck.
Cook Islands uses the Pacific/Rarotonga time zone.
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.
The capital of French Polynesia is Papeete.
French Polynesia has a recorded population of approximately 281,807 people.
French Polynesia covers an area of about 3,471 km².
French Polynesia has a population density of roughly 81.2 /km² (people per square kilometre).
French Polynesia has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $6.32 billion as of 2024.
French Polynesia has a GDP per capita of approximately $22,440.
French Polynesia uses the CFP franc (XPF), with the symbol ₣.
French Polynesia is located in Polynesia, Oceania.
The native name of French Polynesia is Polynésie française.
People from French Polynesia are referred to as French Polynesia.
The international dialing code for French Polynesia is +689.
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for French Polynesia is .pf.
French Polynesia spans 3 time zones including Pacific/Gambier, Pacific/Marquesas, Pacific/Tahiti.
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.