Djibouti

Republic of Djibouti

"A small Horn of Africa nation strategically located at the Red Sea, known for its geothermal features."

Eastern Africa
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Semi‑Presidential Republic

Capital City

Djibouti

11.58°, 43.15°

Official Languages

Arabic, French

Population

1.15M

Total Area

23.2K km²

Population Density

49.7 people per km²

Currency

Djiboutian franc

Fr

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#155
1,152,944

Total Population+1.4%

2023
#161
66.0 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#149
78.6%

Urban Population

2023
#72
2.61

Fertility Rate

2023
#124
65%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#159
$4.1B

GDP+6.7%

2023
#130
$3.6K

GDP per Capita

2023
#51
2.1%

Inflation

2024
#175
25.9%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#129
41.6

Gini Index

2017

Frequently Asked Questions About Djibouti

What is the capital of Djibouti?

Djibouti's capital city is Djibouti.

What is the population of Djibouti?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Djibouti is approximately 1.15M people. This makes it the 155th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Djibouti?

Djibouti spans a total area of approximately 23,200 square kilometers (8,957.57 square miles).

Which continent is Djibouti in?

Djibouti is located in Africa, specifically within the Eastern Africa subregion.

What is the GDP of Djibouti?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Djibouti is approximately $4.1B USD. This ranks Djibouti as the 159th largest economy out of 191 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.