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People and Society of Samoa

Demographics, health, education, religion, and languages of Samoa.

Demographic Profile

Ethnic composition, age structure, and growth.

Nationality
Samoan(s)
Ethnic Groups
Samoan 92.6%, Euronesians 7% (persons of European and Polynesian blood), Europeans 0.4%
Population
218,764
Population in Major Urban Areas
APIA (capital) 37,000

In-Depth People and Society Profile

Health, education, religion, languages, notable people, and society — available to members.

Health care facilities in Samoa are adequate for routine medical treatment but are limited in range and availability. Complex illnesses and life-threatening emergencies, as well as related laboratory work, generally need to be treated elsewhere. Serious medical conditions and treatments that require hospitalization and/or medical evacuation to the United States can cost thousands of dollars. You should have emergency evacuation insurance before you travel abroad.

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