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    Palau

    Palau at a glance

    Capital city

    Ngerulmud

    Population

    17K

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    Cost of living (monthly, one person)

    $1,800/month (Current Web Knowledge, 2025)

    Freedom score

    Free, score 92/100 (Freedom House, 2024)

    Safety (Global Peace Index)

    Data not available — please verify directly at https://www.visionofhumanity.org/ (IEP, 2024)

    Language

    English, Palauan

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    People & culture

    Life here is centered on the deep-rooted Palauan culture, which emphasizes environmental stewardship through the world-first Palau Pledge. As a resident, you will find a tight-knit community where English and Palauan are spoken, and the atmosphere is remarkably tranquil.