Northern Mariana Islands

Governor
Arnold Palacios (Independent)

Population
47,329

Number of Senators
0 U.S. Senators

Number of Representatives
1 U.S. House delegate/resident commissioner

The Northern Mariana Islands are a U.S. commonwealth in the western Pacific. Civic life reflects Chamorro and Carolinian communities, tourism, military and regional issues, local self-government, and the islands’ relationship with the United States. Commonwealth government is centered in Saipan.

Overview

The Northern Mariana Islands are a U.S. commonwealth in the western Pacific. Civic life reflects Chamorro and Carolinian communities, tourism, military and regional issues, local self-government, and the islands’ relationship with the United States. Commonwealth government is centered in Saipan.