General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Saipan |
| Country | Northern Mariana Islands |
| Currency | USD |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 50.1% |
| Gdp | $1.3 billion |
| Size | 477 sq mi |
| Population | 55,194 |
| Population density | 116 people per sq mi |
| Kids per female | 2.18 |
| City population | 91% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 24∘C |
| Summer | 29∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | English, Chamorro |
| Population able to read | 97% |
| Population with a college degree | 20% |
| Population able to speak english | 35% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 18 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 4.2/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Mariana Islands Aviation Services |
| Main airport | Saipan International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $1.5 |
| Cigarettes | $6.5 |
| Burger | $8 |
| Coffee | $3 |
| Beer | $4 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $600/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $75/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 | 3% |
| Vat | 4% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $25000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10-15% |
| Restaurant | 15-20% |
| Bar | 15-20% |
| Coffeeshop | 10-15% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 24.88/MBits |
| Tld | .mp |
| Free wifi | 6/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 85% |
| Phone mobile data | $20 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 90% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type A, B |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | None |
| Closing times | 8:00 PM |
| Opening times | 9:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Amazon.com |
| Supermarket | Cost U Less |
| Pharmacy | Walgreens |
| Drugstore | CVS Pharmacy |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | No |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 6/10 |
| Bars | 7/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 8/10 |
| Public Parks | 9/10 |
| Swimming | 10/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Baseball |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Kelaguen | A traditional Chamorro dish made with chicken or fish marinated in lemon juice, soy sauce, onions, and peppers. | $8-12 |
| Red Rice | A staple food in the Northern Mariana Islands, made with rice cooked in annatto seeds, giving it a reddish color. | $5-8 |
| Chicken Kelaguen | A variation of kelaguen made with chicken. | $8-12 |
| Fish Kelaguen | A variation of kelaguen made with fish. | $9-13 |
| Empanadas | Fried or baked turnovers filled with various ingredients, such as ground beef, chicken, or vegetables. | $2-4 |
| Pancit | A stir-fried noodle dish made with vegetables, meat, and seafood. | $8-12 |
| Lumpia | Spring rolls filled with various ingredients, such as ground pork, shrimp, or vegetables. | $2-4 |
| Coconut Crab | A large crab found in the Northern Mariana Islands, served steamed or grilled. | $20-30 |
| Taro | A root vegetable that is boiled, fried, or mashed. | $5-8 |
| Banana Lumpia | Spring rolls filled with bananas and served with a sweet dipping sauce. | $2-4 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Tinian Pale Ale | A light, refreshing pale ale brewed with locally-sourced ingredients. | $5 |
| Saipan Sunset | A tropical cocktail made with pineapple juice, orange juice, and grenadine. | $6 |
| Rota Rum Punch | A potent rum punch made with dark rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, and grenadine. | $7 |
| Mariana Mai Tai | A classic Mai Tai made with light rum, dark rum, orange curaçao, orgeat syrup, and lime juice. | $8 |
| Blue Lagoon | A non-alcoholic cocktail made with blue curaçao, lemonade, and Sprite. | $4 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Chamorro Latte Stone | A carved stone pillar that is a symbol of the Chamorro people | $20-$100 |
| Coconut Shell Carvings | Carved coconut shells that can be used as bowls, cups, or decorations | $5-$20 |
| Mother-of-Pearl Jewelry | Jewelry made from the iridescent shell of the pearl oyster | $10-$50 |
| T-shirts and Hats | Clothing and hats with designs that reflect the culture and history of the Northern Mariana Islands | $15-$30 |
| Local Artwork | Paintings, sculptures, and other artwork created by local artists | $50-$500 |
Holidays 🍹
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News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Saipan Tribune |
| Online news | Marianas Variety |
| Tv | N/A |
| Radio | N/A |