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Population

529,676 people (2025)

Total GDP

$8.1B (2026)

GDP Per capita

$18,210 (2025)

Human Development Index (HDI)

0.766 (93.)

About Maldives

Maldives is world's lowest country with average elevation of 1.5 meters above sea level. The nation has 1,192 coral islands with crystal-clear waters and luxury tourism. Maldivian culture emphasizes Islamic values, fishing traditions, and island lifestyle.

The country has tropical monsoon climate with warm temperatures year-round. Maldives has presidential republic with democratic governance since 2008. The nation faces climate change threats from sea level rise.

Malé is compact capital with dense urban development on small island. Maldives has tourism-based economy with luxury resort industry. The country has excellent marine biodiversity and coral reef systems.

Traditional Maldivian culture includes dhoni boat building, folk music, and Islamic customs. The nation has Dhivehi as official language with unique script. Maldivian cuisine features fish, coconut, and Indian Ocean flavors.

The population is 524,000 with strong cultural identity and maritime heritage. Maldives offers tropical luxury, marine paradise, and unique island culture facing environmental challenges.

Economic Indicators

GDP Historical Performance
$7.5B
$6.6B
$5.6B
$4.7B
$3.7B
$5.7B
$3.7B
$5.2B
$6.2B
$6.6B
$7.0B
$7.5B
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025

Demographic Distribution

Age Groups Distribution
10.1%
0-14
9.0%
6.8%
15-24
5.5%
31.3%
25-44
14.1%
11.0%
45-64
7.4%
2.6%
65+
2.4%
Male
Female
%61.7 (326.850)
%38.3 (202.826)

Population Data by Years

Year Total Population Annual Change Density People/KM2
2100 474.919 -0.3% 1583.1
2090 495.579 -0.64% 1651.9
2080 535.373 -0.82% 1784.6
2070 575.169 -0.53% 1917.2
2060 595.687 -0.1% 1985.6
2050 589.962 +0.34% 1966.5
2040 564.798 +0.51% 1882.7
2030 539.667 +0.39% 1798.9
2025 NOW 529.676 +0.36% 1765.6
2020 502.118 +2.95% 1673.7
2015 428.154 +3.51% 1427.2
2010 360.792 +3.59% 1202.6
2005 306.429 +1.66% 1021.4
2000 282.019 +1.66% 940.1
1995 256.649 +2.32% 855.5
1990 224.762 +3.23% 749.2
1985 190.169 +3.24% 633.9
1980 164.835 +2.79% 549.5
1975 143.158 +3.01% 477.2
1970 123.219 +3.06% 410.7
1965 104.102 +3.42% 347
1960 91.189 +2.39% 304
1955 81.602 +2% 272
1950 74.448 - 248.2

Latest Statistics

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Other-bird egg food supply by country in 2023, in tonnes and grams per person per day. China led by volume, Tuvalu per p...

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Largest Cities

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Geographic Regions

Addu City
32.062
Faadhippolhu
15.441
Felidhu Atoll
15.441
Fuvahmulah
15.441
Hadhdhunmathi
15.441
Kolhumadulu
15.441
Male Atoll
15.441
Male City
133.412
Mulakatholhu
15.441
North Ari Atoll
5.776
North Huvadhu Atoll
15.441
North Maalhosmadulu
15.441
North Miladhunmadulu
14.756
North Nilandhe Atoll
15.441
North Thiladhunmathi
14.170
South Ari Atoll
8.379
South Huvadhu Atoll
15.441
South Maalhosmadulu
15.441
South Miladhunmadulu
11.052
South Nilandhe Atoll
15.441
South Thiladhunmathi
12.578

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Data Sources

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