Kosrae | |
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![]() Map of Kosrae | |
![]() Kosrae in the Federated States of Micronesia | |
Coordinates: 5°19′N 162°59′E / 5.317°N 162.983°E | |
Country | ![]() |
Capital | Tofol |
Government | |
• Governor | Tulensa Palik (since 2023) |
Area | |
• Total | 111.3 km2 (43.0 sq mi) |
Elevation | 634 m (2,080 ft) |
Population (2010) | |
• Total | 6,616 |
• Density | 59/km2 (150/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC+11 |
ISO 3166 code | FM-KSA |
Website | kosraestatelegislature |
Kosrae (/koʊˈʃaɪ/ koh-SHY), formerly known as Kusaie or Strong's Island, is an island in the Federated States of Micronesia. The State of Kosrae is one of the four states of the Federated States of Micronesia, and includes the main island of Kosrae and a few nearby islands and islets, the most significant of which (Lelu Island) is inhabited by 1,500 people.
Kosrae's land area is 110 square kilometers (42 square miles), making it the smallest state by area. Sustaining 6,600 people, it is also the smallest by population. Tofol is the state capital, and Mount Finkol is the highest point at 634 meters (2,080 feet).