West Island Population 2026 capital
West Island has a population of 120, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇨🇨 Cocos (Keeling) Islands. West Island is the capital of Cocos (Keeling) Islands.
Population (city proper)
120
Rank in Cocos (Keeling) Islands
#1
Coordinates
12.16°S, 96.82°E
~12 m elevation · Indian/Cocos
FAQ
What is the population of West Island?
West Island has a population of 120 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Cocos (Keeling) Islands.
Is West Island the capital of Cocos (Keeling) Islands?
Yes, West Island is the capital of Cocos (Keeling) Islands.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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