Liberia

Republic of Liberia

"A West African country founded by freed American slaves, known for its unique history and rubber production."

Western Africa
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Presidential Republic

Capital City

Monrovia

6.31°, -10.80°

Official Languages

English

Population

5.49M

Total Area

111.37K km²

Population Density

49.32 people per km²

Currency

Liberian dollar

$

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#117
5,493,031

Population+2.2%

2023
#178
62.16

Life Expectancy

2023
#117
53.6%

Urban Population

2023
#29
3.95

Fertility Rate

2023
#176
23.5%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#159
$4.24B

GDP+4.7%

2023
#179
$771.89

GDP per Capita

2023
#157
10.1%

Inflation

2023
#35
2.9%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#85
35.3

Gini Index

2016

Frequently Asked Questions About Liberia

What is the capital of Liberia?

Liberia's capital city is Monrovia.

What is the population of Liberia?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Liberia is approximately 5.49M people. This makes it the 117th most populous country out of 193 states.

How large is Liberia?

Liberia spans a total area of approximately 111,369 square kilometers (42,999.79 square miles).

Which continent is Liberia in?

Liberia is located in Africa, specifically within the Western Africa subregion.

What is the GDP of Liberia?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Liberia is approximately $4.24B USD. This ranks Liberia as the 159th 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.