General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Palikir |
| Country | Micronesia |
| Currency | US Dollar |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 50.4% |
| Gdp | $344 million |
| Size | 702 sq mi |
| Population | 115,021 |
| Population density | 164/sq mi |
| Kids per female | 2.38 |
| City population | 26% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 27∘C |
| Summer | 30∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | English |
| Population able to read | 99% |
| Population with a college degree | 12% |
| Population able to speak english | 8% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 72 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 3.5/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | United Airlines |
| Main airport | Chuuk International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $1.5 |
| Cigarettes | $6 |
| Burger | $5 |
| Coffee | $2 |
| Beer | $3 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $350/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $70/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $200/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $10/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $5/daypass |
| Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 20% |
| Vat | 10% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $3500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 15% |
| Bar | 15% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 0.56/MBits |
| Tld | .fm |
| Free wifi | 5/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 15% |
| Phone mobile data | $12 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 80% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type A, Type C, Type I |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Amazon |
| Supermarket | Star Market |
| Pharmacy | CVS |
| Drugstore | Walgreens |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | N/A |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 2/10 |
| Bars | 3/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 5/10 |
| Public Parks | 7/10 |
| Swimming | 9/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Baseball |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakau | A traditional Micronesian beverage made from the kava root. It has a slightly bitter taste and is said to have calming and relaxing effects. | $5-$10 |
| Coconut Crab | A large crab that is found in the Micronesian islands. It is typically cooked in a coconut milk sauce and served with rice. | $15-$20 |
| Giant Clam | A large clam that is found in the Micronesian islands. It is typically cooked in a variety of ways, including grilled, steamed, and fried. | $20-$30 |
| Flying Fish | A type of fish that is found in the Micronesian islands. It is typically grilled or fried and served with rice or vegetables. | $10-$15 |
| Taro | A root vegetable that is found in the Micronesian islands. It is typically boiled or mashed and served with fish or meat. | $5-$10 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Coconut Water | Fresh water from young coconuts | $1-$2 |
| Breadfruit Beer | Traditional beer made from fermented breadfruit | $3-$5 |
| Sakau Juice | Non-alcoholic drink made from the kava plant | $2-$4 |
| Pineapple Juice | Fresh juice made from ripe pineapples | $2-$3 |
| Mango Juice | Fresh juice made from ripe mangoes | $2-$3 |
| Passionfruit Juice | Fresh juice made from ripe passionfruits | $2-$3 |
| Guava Juice | Fresh juice made from ripe guavas | $2-$3 |
| Papaya Juice | Fresh juice made from ripe papayas | $2-$3 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Coconut Oil | A natural moisturizer and skin conditioner made from the oil of coconuts. | $5-$10 |
| Coconut Shell Jewelry | Handmade jewelry made from the shells of coconuts. | $10-$20 |
| Coconut Palm Hat | A traditional hat made from the leaves of coconut palms. | $15-$25 |
| Micronesian Mats | Handwoven mats made from natural fibers such as pandanus leaves. | $20-$50 |
| Wooden Carvings | Intricate carvings made from local woods, depicting traditional Micronesian designs. | $25-$100 |
| Shell Necklaces | Necklaces made from a variety of seashells. | $10-$25 |
| T-Shirts | T-shirts printed with Micronesian designs or slogans. | $15-$20 |
| Coffee Mugs | Mugs decorated with Micronesian motifs. | $10-$15 |
| Keychains | Keychains with Micronesian-themed designs. | $5-$10 |
| Magnets | Magnets with Micronesian images or symbols. | $5-$10 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the beginning of the new year. |
| Constitution Day | May 10 | Commemorates the adoption of the Constitution of the Federated States of Micronesia in 1979. |
| Independence Day | November 3 | Celebrates the independence of the Federated States of Micronesia from the United States in 1986. |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | The Kaselehlie Press |
| Online news | Pacific Daily News |
| Tv | FSM Television |
| Radio | Radio Kosrae |