Haiti

Republic of Haiti

"A Caribbean nation sharing Hispaniola with the Dominican Republic, known for its revolutionary history and vibrant art."

Caribbean
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Semi‑Presidential Republic

Capital City

Port-au-Prince

18.53°, -72.33°

Official Languages

French, Haitian Creole

Population

11.64M

Total Area

27.75K km²

Population Density

419.37 people per km²

Currency

Haitian gourde

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Week Start

monday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#80
11,637,398

Total Population+1.2%

2023
#165
64.9 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#81
59.7%

Urban Population

2023
#70
2.66

Fertility Rate

2023
#152
39.3%

Internet Users

2019

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#122
$19.9B

GDP-1.9%

2023
#155
$1.7K

GDP per Capita

2023
#170
26.9%

Inflation

2024
#162
15.1%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#128
41.1

Gini Index

2012

Frequently Asked Questions About Haiti

What is the capital of Haiti?

Haiti's capital city is Port-au-Prince.

What is the population of Haiti?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Haiti is approximately 11.64M people. This makes it the 80th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Haiti?

Haiti spans a total area of approximately 27,750 square kilometers (10,714.33 square miles).

Which continent is Haiti in?

Haiti is located in Americas, specifically within the Caribbean subregion.

What is the GDP of Haiti?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Haiti is approximately $19.85B USD. This ranks Haiti as the 122nd 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.