Geography
American Samoa is in Polynesia, Oceania. Its listed coordinates are -14.33333333, -170; it has no listed land-border neighbors.
Neighboring countries: No land borders.
Oceania
American Samoa
American Samoa is a country in Polynesia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Pago Pago
- Continent
- Oceania
- Region
- Polynesia
- Population
- 49.7 thousand
- Area
- 199 km²
- Currency
- United States dollar (USD)
- Official language
- English, Samoan
- Calling code
- +1684
- Internet TLD
- .as
- Time zone
- UTC-11:00
American Samoa map preview: -14.33, -170.00
People and Culture
American Samoa uses English, Samoan in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in American Samoa varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
American Samoa is recorded with the official name American Samoa. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Pago Pago
- Polynesia cultural and historic sites
- Oceania map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Pago Pago
- Time zone data: UTC-11:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- American Samoa is grouped under Oceania.
- American Samoa has a listed area of 199 km².
- American Samoa is not listed as a UN member in the source data.
FAQs about American Samoa
What is the capital of American Samoa?
The capital of American Samoa is Pago Pago.
What continent is American Samoa in?
American Samoa is in Oceania.
What currency does American Samoa use?
American Samoa uses the United States dollar.
What language is spoken in American Samoa?
English, Samoan is listed for American Samoa in this database.