🇺🇲United States Minor Outlying Islands

Oceania / Americas· Updated 06/03/2026

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Information

Capital

N/A

Population

316

Currency

United States Dollar (USD $)

Languages

Anglais

Continent

Oceania / Americas

Calling code

Timezone

Varies (Pacific/Kwajalein, Pacific/Honolulu, etc.)

Area

34.2 km²

Government

Unorganized and unincorporated territories

National day

July 4 - Independence Day

Internet domain

.um

About

The United States Minor Outlying Islands consist of nine islands and atolls mainly in the Pacific Ocean, with one in the Caribbean. They have no permanent resident population and are used for military, scientific, or conservation purposes. They are administered by the U.S. federal government as unorganized and unincorporated territories.

Safety

Risk level :Restricted access, high military security; not recommended for civilians without special authorization.

Risk areas

All islands - Military/protected access

Crime(Low)

Access forbidden without permit
No civilian crime

Terrorism(Low)

Secured military sites; no known threat

Transport

Obtain prior permit

Natural risks(Cyclones, tsunamis possible in the Pacific)

Avoid visits; weather monitoring

Health(No civilian healthcare system; limited military facilities)

Standard vaccines, emergency care not available
Comprehensive travel insurance

Practical tips

Authorization required for all access
Respect protected zones
Tourism not permitted

US Fish and Wildlife Service Johnston Atoll Recovery

Cost of living

Accommodation

Studio city centerNon disponible

1-bedroom apartment in the city centerNon disponible

1-bedroom apartment in the suburbNon disponible

3-bedroom apartment in the city centerNon disponible

3-bedroom apartment in the suburbNon disponible

Food

Inexpensive restaurant mealNon disponible

Meal for 2 mid-range restaurantNon disponible

McDonald's menuNon disponible

Local beer (0.5L)Non disponible

CappuccinoNon disponible

Water (1.5L)Non disponible

Bread (500g)Non disponible

Milk (1L)Non disponible

Eggs (12)Non disponible

Chicken (1kg)Non disponible

Apples (1kg)Non disponible

Bananas (1kg)Non disponible

Transport

Public transport ticketNon disponible

Monthly transport subscriptionNon disponible

Taxi ride (start)Non disponible

Taxi (1km)Non disponible

Gasoline (1L)Non disponible

Leisure

Monthly gym membershipNon disponible

Tennis court (1h weekend)Non disponible

CinemaNon disponible

TheaterNon disponible

Health

General practitioner consultationNon disponible

Dentist consultationNon disponible

Antibiotic medicationsNon disponible

Cold medications (6 days)Non disponible

Others

High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)Non disponible

Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)Non disponible

Public services for 85m² apartmentNon disponible

Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)Non disponible

Nike sports shoesNon disponible

International primary school (monthly)Non disponible

Practical information

Electricity

Voltage120V

Frequency60Hz

Plug typesType A, Type B

Emergency numbers

Police911

Ambulance911

Fire department911

Practical information

Driving side

Right

Tap water

unsafe

Tipping

Not applicable (no civilian population)