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Kiribati
Where the Date Line Begins
Overview
A Pacific island nation scattered across 3.5 million km² of ocean, one of the first places to see each new sunrise and among the most vulnerable to rising seas.
Geographic Context
Region
Oceania
Subregion
Micronesia
Land Area
811 km²
Capital
South Tarawa
Languages
English, Gilbertese
Currencies
Australian dollar ($), Kiribati dollar ($)
At a Glance
77
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
58
Freedom
97
Security
75
Life Expectancy
60.9 yrs
Median Age
22.7 yrs
Urbanization
58%
Cost Index
62
Housing Index
19
Healthcare Access
70/100
Climate
Average Temperature
27.9°C
Average AQI
21
Most Temperate Cities
1 Arorae 28.2°C
2 Banaba 28.2°C
3 Tamana 28.2°C
4 Butaritari 28.2°C
5 Makin 28.2°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Napari Village 17 AQI
2 Tabwakea Village 17 AQI
3 Tabuaeran 17 AQI
4 Kanton 17 AQI
5 Teraina 17 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 110 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 1
Defence
Military & Security
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 44 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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