Netherlands

Kingdom of the Netherlands

"A Western European country known for its flat landscapes, tulips, windmills, and progressive society."

Western Europe
UN Member
NATO
OECD
European Union

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy

Capital City

Amsterdam

52.35°, 4.92°

Official Languages

Dutch

Population

17.88M

Total Area

41.85K km²

Population Density

427.17 people per km²

Currency

Euro

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#70
17,877,117

Total Population+1%

2023
#27
81.9 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#48
93.2%

Urban Population

2023
#158
1.43

Fertility Rate

2023
#17
97%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#17
$1.2T

GDP+0.1%

2023
#13
$64.6K

GDP per Capita

2023
#100
3.3%

Inflation

2024
#57
3.6%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#6
25.7

Gini Index

2021

Frequently Asked Questions About Netherlands

What is the capital of Netherlands?

Netherlands's capital city is Amsterdam.

What is the population of Netherlands?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Netherlands is approximately 17.88M people. This makes it the 70th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Netherlands?

Netherlands spans a total area of approximately 41,850 square kilometers (16,158.37 square miles).

Which continent is Netherlands in?

Netherlands is located in Europe, specifically within the Western Europe subregion.

What is the GDP of Netherlands?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Netherlands is approximately $1.15T USD. This ranks Netherlands as the 17th 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.