Malta

Republic of Malta

"A Mediterranean island nation known for its historic fortifications, limestone architecture, and maritime heritage."

Southern Europe
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy

Capital City

Valletta

35.88°, 1.45°

Official Languages

English, Maltese

Population

552.75K

Total Area

316 km²

Population Density

1.75K people per km²

Currency

Euro

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

left

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#164
552,747

Total Population+3.9%

2023
#9
83.5 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#155
94.9%

Urban Population

2023
#188
1.06

Fertility Rate

2023
#38
92.1%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#114
$22.3B

GDP+7.5%

2023
#27
$40.4K

GDP per Capita

2023
#39
1.7%

Inflation

2024
#29
2.7%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#78
34.6

Gini Index

2022

Frequently Asked Questions About Malta

What is the capital of Malta?

Malta's capital city is Valletta.

What is the population of Malta?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Malta is approximately 552.75K people. This makes it the 164th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Malta?

Malta spans a total area of approximately 316 square kilometers (122.01 square miles).

Which continent is Malta in?

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

What is the GDP of Malta?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Malta is approximately $22.33B USD. This ranks Malta as the 114th 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.