Samoa cities list with latitude and longitude in Excel, CSV, SQL, XML, JSON formats
Last update : 16 December 2025.
This is the best list of 407 cities in the Samoa available in 5 formats ( Excel, CSV, JSON, SQL, XML ). You will find only data associated with the cities of a country (capital, towns and villages). There is no information concerning the environment, such as the location of a river or a mountain, for example. All cities are associated with regions and sub-regions (where available).
Each file contains the following data: Geoname_ID, City, Alternate_Name, Country_Code, Region, Sub_region, Latitude, Longitude, Elevation, Population, Timezone, Fcode_Name. See the FAQ below for a detailed explanation.
Here is an example of the data from the Samoa file that you are going to retrieve. The data is displayed here in the form of a table:
| Geoname_ID | City | Alternate_Name | Country_Code | Region | Sub_region | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Population | Timezone | Fcode_Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4035089 | Salesatele | Salesatele | WS | -14.03478 | -171.61951 | 330 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 7106432 | Salimu | WS | -13.64386 | -172.18923 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7669215 | Lelata | WS | Tuamasaga | -13.84316 | -171.75729 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 4035192 | Mulinu’u | Mulinu’u,Mulinu’u | WS | -13.8175 | -171.77793 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 7106430 | Pugaoa | WS | -13.61871 | -172.23279 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7106335 | Mosula | Mosula | WS | -13.75662 | -172.3219 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 7106312 | Vaoala | WS | -13.87406 | -171.76339 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7046413 | To-le-sua | WS | -14.03899 | -171.54888 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7106247 | Utumalama Point | WS | -14.00201 | -171.88902 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035111 | Saipipi | Saipipi | WS | Fa‘asaleleaga | -13.62921 | -172.1979 | 705 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 7106281 | Petesa-fou | WS | -13.83325 | -171.81827 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7106250 | Sa’agafou | WS | -14.01045 | -171.75931 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7667651 | Fagali’i | WS | -13.84833 | -171.74166 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4034994 | Tanuoa | WS | -13.8 | -171.9 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7106367 | Fatausi | Fatausi | WS | -13.67651 | -172.17882 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 4035216 | Matāutu | Matautu,Matāutu | WS | Gaga‘emauga | -13.82742 | -171.75674 | 203 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 4035197 | Moto‘otua | Moto`otua,Moto‘otua | WS | -13.84562 | -171.76286 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 7106333 | Vaito‘omuli | Vaito`omuli,Vaito‘omuli | WS | -13.75804 | -172.30267 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 4035297 | Lalomauga | WS | -13.9 | -171.56667 | 406 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035060 | Sataoa | Saautaua,Sataoa | WS | Tuamasaga | -13.98758 | -171.86317 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 7106299 | Talimatau | WS | -13.84248 | -171.79621 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7106447 | Matānofo | WS | -13.91598 | -172.00666 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4034900 | Vaivase | WS | -13.84519 | -171.74667 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7106318 | Papapapaitai | WS | -13.94233 | -171.77416 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035121 | Safa’i | Safa,Safa’i,Safa’i | WS | Gaga‘emauga | -13.44654 | -172.33971 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 4035295 | Lanafala | WS | -13.9 | -171.75 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035017 | Siuvao | WS | Vaisigano | -13.56667 | -172.66667 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 4035071 | Samusu | WS | -14.00122 | -171.42635 | 686 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7106468 | Matavai | WS | -13.47374 | -172.417 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035248 | Maasina | Maasina,Masima | WS | -13.94318 | -171.5569 | 160 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 7106330 | Pagai | WS | -13.84743 | -172.10368 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7106463 | Vailele | Vailele | WS | Tuamasaga | -13.84568 | -171.72317 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 4035254 | Lona | Lona | WS | -13.94209 | -171.54292 | 218 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 7106264 | Samusu-uta | WS | -13.9941 | -171.46205 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035103 | Saleapaga | Saleapaga | WS | Atua | -14.04173 | -171.50456 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 7106270 | Paepae‘alā | Paepae`ala,Paepae‘alā | WS | -13.83611 | -172.04032 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 4034918 | Vaimoa | WS | -13.85 | -172.03333 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7106377 | Palapala | WS | -13.7274 | -172.57481 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7109439 | Casala | WS | -13.85625 | -171.93213 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4034988 | Taumuafa | WS | -13.83333 | -171.78333 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035280 | Leagiagi | Leagiaga,Leagiagi | WS | -13.46147 | -172.41793 | 124 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 7109421 | Vaiaumoe | WS | -13.89846 | -171.97578 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035316 | Gagaemalae | WS | -13.71027 | -172.59833 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035108 | Salamumu | Salamumu | WS | Gaga‘emauga | -13.99813 | -171.9219 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 4035132 | Puipa’a | Pui Pau,Puipa’a,Puipa’a | WS | -13.80318 | -171.81849 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 7106378 | Tanoaalea | Tanoaalea,Tanoaalei`a,Tanoaalei‘a | WS | -13.72245 | -172.58577 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 7106275 | Tafue | WS | -13.84314 | -171.92509 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035086 | Salimu | WS | -13.65 | -172.11667 | 250 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035396 | Avatā | WS | -13.49474 | -172.78317 | 302 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7106374 | Le’eka | WS | -13.77348 | -172.51282 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035426 | Ahners | WS | -13.83354 | -171.74704 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7106456 | Asau | AAU,Asau | WS | Vaisigano | -13.51963 | -172.63784 | 6643 | Pacific/Apia | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
| 7106297 | Alafua | Alafua | WS | -13.85713 | -171.78607 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 4035013 | Solosolo | Solosolo | WS | Atua | -13.87504 | -171.64181 | 1487 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 4034953 | Utuali‘i | WS | -13.79996 | -171.90848 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035325 | Fogasavai’i | Fogasavai’i,Fogasavai’i | WS | Satupa‘itea | -13.68026 | -172.62672 | 380 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 4034923 | Vailoa | WS | -13.83123 | -171.79126 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035400 | Auala | Amvalea,Auala | WS | Vaisigano | -13.5167 | -172.65245 | 574 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 7106445 | Fiaga | WS | -13.86022 | -171.85419 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7106307 | Faatoia | WS | -13.84182 | -171.75311 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035235 | Malololelei | WS | Tuamasaga | -13.90564 | -171.77836 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 7090898 | Malaela | WS | -14.02073 | -171.4253 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035331 | Fausaga | Fausaga | WS | -14.0006 | -171.82444 | 303 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 7106273 | Afia | WS | -13.84359 | -172.02167 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7106325 | Apai | Apai | WS | Aiga-i-le-Tai | -13.84754 | -172.11807 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 4035224 | Matafagatele | Matafagatele,Matafangatele | WS | -13.83909 | -171.7438 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 7106290 | Tua‘efu | WS | -13.85719 | -171.799 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7106332 | Faaala | WS | -13.75792 | -172.29289 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035327 | Foailalo | Foa Lalo,Foailalo,Foalelo | WS | Palauli | -13.70226 | -172.60453 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 7106451 | Vaipapa | WS | -13.86051 | -171.99707 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035016 | Sogi | Sogi,Songi | WS | -13.82837 | -171.77373 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 4035381 | Fagafau | Fagafau | WS | Satupa‘itea | -13.64026 | -172.67023 | 273 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 7106404 | Fagae’e | WS | -13.46888 | -172.44141 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035075 | Samatau | Samatau | WS | A’ana | -13.89964 | -172.05706 | 939 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 4034968 | Tufulele | Tufulele | WS | -13.80496 | -171.91602 | 905 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 4035319 | Fusi | Fusi | WS | -13.88645 | -171.6218 | 764 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 4034959 | Uliamoa | WS | -13.68333 | -172.31667 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035120 | Safa’atoa | Safa’atoa,Safa’atoa | WS | A’ana | -13.94202 | -171.96578 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 4035142 | Pata | Pata | WS | -13.91107 | -172.02181 | 549 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 4035066 | Sapapali’i | Sapapali’i,Sapapali’i | WS | Fa‘asaleleaga | -13.68726 | -172.1918 | 877 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 4035336 | Fasito‘otai | Fasito`otai,Fasito‘otai | WS | -13.82568 | -171.96309 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 4035350 | Faleolo | Faleolo | WS | -13.82746 | -172.01499 | 16 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 4035310 | Gataivai | Gaitavai,Gataivai | WS | Palauli | -13.7736 | -172.38802 | 1141 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 7106360 | Sapulu | WS | -13.7328 | -172.21649 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7106300 | Pesega | Pesega | WS | Tuamasaga | -13.83735 | -171.78407 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 4035117 | Safotulafai | Safatulafei,Safotulafai,Safotulafei | WS | Fa‘asaleleaga | -13.67147 | -172.17768 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
| 7045199 | Kosena | WS | -13.99533 | -171.59756 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035332 | Fatuvalu | Fatuvalu | WS | -13.46937 | -172.43441 | 170 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 4034921 | Vailoa | Vailoa | WS | -14.03888 | -171.43534 | 336 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 7106336 | Pitonuu | Pitonuu | WS | -13.76294 | -172.32401 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 4035062 | Sasina | Sasina | WS | Gagaifomauga | -13.46995 | -172.4492 | 566 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 4035261 | Letui | Letui | WS | -13.49527 | -172.47079 | 273 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 7106304 | Leufisa | WS | -13.84703 | -171.76414 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035196 | Mulifanua | Mulifanua | WS | Aiga-i-le-Tai | -13.83183 | -172.03602 | 4508 | Pacific/Apia | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
| 7106406 | Lefagaoali’i | Lefagaoali’i,Lefagaoali’i | WS | Gagaifomauga | -13.46752 | -172.41869 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||
| 7106419 | Sologa | WS | -13.47124 | -172.36725 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 7106293 | Falemauga | WS | -13.88096 | -171.84027 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | ||||
| 4035323 | Fuailolo‘o | Fuailalo,Fuailolo`o,Fuailolo‘o | WS | -13.84474 | -172.04588 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 4035063 | Sapunaoa | Sapunaoa | WS | -14.03728 | -171.62703 | 408 | Pacific/Apia | populated place | |||
| 7106382 | Samataiuta | Samataiuta | WS | Satupa‘itea | -13.64926 | -172.65725 | 0 | Pacific/Apia | populated place |
Samoa: A Geographical Exploration of the Heart of the Pacific
Samoa, a beautiful archipelago located in the heart of the South Pacific, offers a unique combination of stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and strategic geographic positioning. Made up of two main islands—Upolu and Savai'i—along with several smaller islets, Samoa is not just a tropical paradise; it is also a fascinating case study in how geography shapes human settlement, economic activity, and sustainable development. By analyzing the locations of its cities, regions, and key coordinates, we can better understand how Samoa's natural features influence the way people live, work, and interact with the environment.
The Geography of Samoa: Islands of Natural Beauty and Volcanic Origins
Samoa's islands are situated approximately halfway between Hawaii and New Zealand, making it an important geographical point of connection in the Pacific Ocean. The country’s landscape is predominantly volcanic in origin, with both Upolu and Savai'i hosting volcanic mountains that have shaped the islands' topography over millions of years. The island of Savai'i, the largest, is home to Mount Silisili, the highest point in Samoa, which rises to 1,858 meters above sea level.
The islands of Samoa are known for their lush, tropical rainforests, crystal-clear lagoons, coral reefs, and dramatic coastlines. Upolu, the more populated island, is where the capital, Apia, is located. The island's interior features mountainous terrain and extensive forest cover, while its coastline is dotted with beaches, bays, and estuaries, contributing to both its biodiversity and its tourism industry. Savai'i, in contrast, is more rural, with fewer urban centers but equally stunning landscapes that include volcanic craters, black sand beaches, and expansive forests.
Samoa’s climate is tropical, with distinct wet and dry seasons. The wet season, which lasts from November to April, brings heavy rainfall and the potential for cyclones, while the dry season offers a more temperate environment ideal for agriculture, which remains a key part of Samoa’s economy. This climate, coupled with its volcanic soil, supports the growth of a wide range of crops, from coconuts and taro to bananas and papayas, making agriculture one of the key industries in the country.
Regions and Settlements: How Geography Influences Urban Development
Samoa is divided into 11 administrative districts (known as "districts" or "iti"), each containing its own smaller villages. The capital city of Apia is located on Upolu and serves as the political, economic, and cultural heart of the nation. Apia is the largest city on the islands and hosts a range of government institutions, schools, hospitals, and commercial activities. As the primary port of entry for goods and passengers, Apia plays a central role in Samoa's trade and tourism sectors.
The city's location along the northern coast of Upolu, at the mouth of the Vaisigano River, offers a natural harbor that has made it an essential part of Samoa's economic infrastructure for centuries. Apia’s development, however, has been constrained by its coastal location and the surrounding mountains, which limit the city’s capacity for further expansion. Nevertheless, the city remains a thriving urban center, combining traditional Samoan culture with modern development.
Other key settlements in Samoa include the towns of Vaitele and Faleolo on Upolu, which are growing as commercial and transport hubs. Savai'i, despite being less developed, is home to several smaller towns, such as Salelologa, which acts as the gateway to the island from Upolu. Most of the population in Savai'i lives in rural villages scattered throughout the island, where traditional lifestyles centered around subsistence farming and fishing still prevail.
Samoa's settlement patterns reflect its geography—most people live along the coastal areas or in valleys, where access to fresh water, fertile soil, and transportation routes is easiest. The mountainous interior, though rich in natural resources and biodiversity, remains largely uninhabited due to its challenging terrain and limited infrastructure.
Latitude and Longitude: Mapping Samoa’s Cities and Regions
Understanding the exact latitude and longitude of Samoa's towns and villages offers significant insights into the island’s development patterns, environmental features, and spatial organization. For example, Apia, located at approximately 13.8333° S, 171.7833° W, lies on the northern coast of Upolu and serves as the central hub for governance, commerce, and culture. Its coordinates reveal its proximity to both the sea and inland resources, making it an ideal location for the capital city.
Similarly, towns like Vaitele and Faleolo, which lie just outside Apia, have grown due to their geographic locations, offering easy access to both urban infrastructure and the island’s fertile agricultural regions. By mapping the latitude and longitude of these towns, geographers can also analyze how urbanization is occurring along the coast and how the development of infrastructure, such as roads and utilities, is keeping pace with population growth.
The geographic coordinates of villages in Savai'i, like Salelologa, help us understand the island's rural-to-urban connectivity and the relationship between remote areas and urban centers. These data points allow for better infrastructure planning, rural development, and resource allocation, particularly as Samoa faces challenges related to climate change, natural disasters, and the need for sustainable economic growth.
Unlocking the Potential of Geospatial Data for Sustainable Development
Access to geospatial data for Samoa, including detailed information on the locations of cities, regions, and coordinates, is critical for sustainable development. The precise mapping of Samoa’s urban and rural areas allows for more informed decision-making in urban planning, infrastructure development, and environmental conservation.
Geospatial data enables authorities to identify areas of high population density that may require additional public services or infrastructure improvements, such as roads, schools, and healthcare facilities. Moreover, the accurate mapping of agricultural zones helps optimize land use and supports the country’s agricultural sector, which is a cornerstone of the Samoan economy.
Samoa is particularly vulnerable to climate change, with rising sea levels and extreme weather events threatening its coastal settlements. Access to geospatial data is crucial for disaster risk management and the creation of climate adaptation strategies. By mapping the precise location of infrastructure, natural resources, and hazard-prone areas, authorities can improve emergency response planning, evacuation routes, and flood control measures.
In the tourism sector, geospatial data is equally valuable. Mapping the location of key attractions, transportation routes, and hospitality infrastructure supports better tourism management. This allows for the sustainable development of the tourism industry, balancing economic growth with the preservation of Samoa’s rich natural and cultural heritage.
Conclusion
Samoa’s geography—shaped by its volcanic origins, lush tropical landscapes, and coastal features—has played a crucial role in shaping the development and character of the nation. By understanding the geographic locations of its cities, towns, and regions, as well as their precise coordinates, we gain valuable insights into the interactions between the natural environment and human settlement. Access to detailed geospatial data empowers Samoa to manage its growth, protect its resources, and develop sustainably, ensuring that the islands remain a vibrant and resilient community for future generations.
FaQ about Samoa
- Geoname_ID: This is a unique identifier for each place or geographical name in the Geoname database.
- City: The name of the place, which can be a town, village or any other form of human settlement.
- Alternate_Name: Other names or appellations that the place may have. These alternative names may be in different languages, dialects or even local names.
- Country_Code: This is the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for the country in which the place is located. For example, "US" for the United States, "FR" for France.
- Region: This represents the first-order administrative division in which the location is situated. For example, this could be a state, province or territory.
- Sub_region: This is a second-order administrative division, such as a county or district, within the region.
- Latitude: The geographical latitude of the location, usually in decimal degrees.
- Longitude: The geographical longitude of the location, also usually in decimal degrees.
- Elevation: The elevation or altitude of the location in relation to sea level, usually measured in metres.
- Population: The estimated number of inhabitants or population of the location.
- Timezone: The time zone in which the location is located, in accordance with global time zone standards.
- Fcode_Name: This is a code that categorises the type of location. For example, "PPL" could mean a populated place, while "PPLC" could be the capital of a political entity.