Sint Maarten
Two Flags, One Friendly Island
Overview
The Dutch half of a small Caribbean island shared with French Saint-Martin, famous for Maho Beach where planes skim overhead and a busy cruise port.
Geographic Context
Region
Americas
Subregion
Caribbean
Land Area
34 km²
Capital
Philipsburg
Languages
English, French, Dutch
Currencies
Netherlands Antillean guilder (ƒ)
At a Glance
Life Expectancy
76.4 yrs
Median Age
41.6 yrs
Urbanization
100%
Cost Index
77
Economy & Finance
Society & Governance
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025