Bosnia and Herzegovina

"A Balkan country with Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian influences, known for its multicultural heritage."

Southeast Europe
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Federal Parliamentary Republic

Capital City

Sarajevo

43.86°, 18.41°

Official Languages

Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian

Population

3.19M

Total Area

51.21K km²

Population Density

62.2 people per km²

Currency

Bosnia and Herzegovina convertible mark

KM

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#132
3,185,073

Population-0.6%

2023
#53
77.85

Life Expectancy

2023
#139
50.3%

Urban Population

2023
#148
1.49

Fertility Rate

2023
#79
83.4%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#110
$27.51B

GDP+2.2%

2023
#83
$8.64K

GDP per Capita

2023
#42
1.7%

Inflation

2024
#147
10.7%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#58
33

Gini Index

2011

Frequently Asked Questions About Bosnia and Herzegovina

What is the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina?

Bosnia and Herzegovina's capital city is Sarajevo.

What is the population of Bosnia and Herzegovina?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Bosnia and Herzegovina is approximately 3.19M people. This makes it the 132nd most populous country out of 193 states.

How large is Bosnia and Herzegovina?

Bosnia and Herzegovina spans a total area of approximately 51,209 square kilometers (19,771.9 square miles).

Which continent is Bosnia and Herzegovina in?

Bosnia and Herzegovina is located in Europe, specifically within the Southeast Europe subregion.

What is the GDP of Bosnia and Herzegovina?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Bosnia and Herzegovina is approximately $27.51B USD. This ranks Bosnia and Herzegovina as the 110th largest economy out of 192 sovereign states worldwide.

Note: The information on this page has been compiled from authoritative sources. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please note that some figures may not be current or entirely precise.