Country Facts:
Solomon Islands vs. United States

Country area

The surface area of Solomon Islands is 11 157 mi², while the surface area of United States is 3 678 190 mi². This means that the area of United States is 32868% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Solomon Islands is Honiara, with a population of about 68 000 people. In contrast, the largest city in the United States is New York City, where the population is 8 491 080.

Highest recorded temperature

In Solomon Islands, the highest temperature ever measured was 97°F and was recorded in Honiara, Guadalcanal Province, while in the United States the highest temperature was 134.1°F and was recorded in Furnace Creek Ranch, Death Valley, California.

Population

The population of Solomon Islands is about 686 884, while United States is home to 331 002 651 people.

Average age

The average age is 23.5 years in Solomon Islands and 38.5 years in the United States.

Literacy

Religion

In Solomon Islands, the main religion is Christianity; in the United States, the main religion is Christianity.

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Solomon Islands: 2 618 Int$. United States: 63 414 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in Solomon Islands: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: G, I). Electricity in the United States: frequency and voltage are 120V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B).

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Solomon Islands - June, July, August, September; United States - June, July, August.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites