Do people still live on Pitcairn Island?

There are fewer than 50 people living on Pitcairn, most of them related in some way. The ramshackle homes on the island lack front doors and are overgrown with trees and plants. The Pitcairn Islands is a group of four volcanic islands in the southern Pacific Ocean, but only one is inhabited.



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The inhabitants of this tiny isolated economy exist on fishing, subsistence farming, handicrafts, and postage stamps.

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The fertile soil of the valleys produces a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, including citrus, sugarcane, watermelons, bananas, yams, and beans. Bartering is an important part of the economy. The major sources of revenue are the sale of postage stamps to collectors and the sale of handicrafts to passing ships.

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The Pitcairn Islands are in the southern Pacific Ocean. They are usually safe, but you should still be careful. Here are some tips for staying safe: Learn about the islands before you go.

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