what is the population of tonga

According to the latest United Nations data, the current population of Tonga is 108,009 as of October 4, 2023. However, as of 2021, Tonga has a population of 104,494, with 70% of the population residing on the main island, Tongatapu. The population of Tonga has been steadily growing, with a growth rate of 0.4% per year. Despite this, Tonga has a relatively small population density of 139 people per square kilometer.