Which atolls have the largest populations in the Marshall Islands?

The atolls with the largest populations in the Marshall Islands are Majuro and Kwajalein. Together, these two urban centers are home to nearly three-fourths of the country's total population.1

Majuro, which serves as the capital of the republic, holds the largest population of any atoll or island in the nation. Kwajalein is also a major population hub, largely due to the presence of a U.S. missile testing range that provides employment opportunities. While the rest of the country's population resides in traditional villages on outer islands, the availability of modern amenities and jobs acts as a significant draw to these two primary atolls.21