Italy

Italian Republic

"A Mediterranean peninsula known for its art, cuisine, fashion, and iconic landmarks like the Colosseum."

Southern Europe
UN Member
G7
NATO
OECD
European Union

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Parliamentary Republic

Capital City

Rome

4.19°, 12.48°

Official Languages

Italian, Catalan

Population

58.99M

Total Area

301.34K km²

Population Density

195.77 people per km²

Currency

Euro

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#25
58,993,475

Total Population0%

2023
#8
83.7 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#22
72.0%

Urban Population

2023
#180
1.20

Fertility Rate

2023
#61
87%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#8
$2.3T

GDP+0.7%

2023
#28
$39.0K

GDP per Capita

2023
#22
1%

Inflation

2024
#116
6.8%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#65
33.7

Gini Index

2022

Frequently Asked Questions About Italy

What is the capital of Italy?

Italy's capital city is Rome.

What is the population of Italy?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Italy is approximately 58.99M people. This makes it the 25th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Italy?

Italy spans a total area of approximately 301,336 square kilometers (116,346.43 square miles).

Which continent is Italy in?

Italy is located in Europe, specifically within the Southern Europe subregion.

What is the GDP of Italy?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Italy is approximately $2.3T USD. This ranks Italy as the 8th 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.