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People and Society of Palau
Demographics, health, education, religion, and languages of Palau.
Demographic Profile
Ethnic composition, age structure, and growth.
- Nationality
- Palauan(s)
- Ethnic Groups
- Palauan (Micronesian with Malayan and Melanesian admixtures) 70%, Asian (mainly Filipinos, followed by Chinese, Taiwanese, and Vietnamese) 28%, white 2%
- Population
- 18,024
- Population in Major Urban Areas
- MELEKEOK (capital) 1,000
In-Depth People and Society Profile
Health, education, religion, languages, notable people, and society — available to members.
Health facilities in Palau are adequate for routine medical care, but the availability and quality of services are limited. Serious medical conditions requiring hospitalizations or evacuation to the United States or elsewhere may cost tens of thousands of dollars. The Belau National Hospital will accept payment by cash, credit or debit card, while private clinics may require cash payment. Please be advised that Palau has occassional outbreaks of Dengue Fever.
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