Philippines

Republic of the Philippines

"A Southeast Asian archipelago known for its tropical beaches, diverse cultures, and volcanic activity."

South-Eastern Asia
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Presidential Republic

Capital City

Manila

1.46°, 120.97°

Official Languages

English, Filipino

Population

114.89M

Total Area

342.35K km²

Population Density

335.59 people per km²

Currency

Philippine peso

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#13
114,891,199

Total Population+0.8%

2023
#129
69.8 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#17
48.3%

Urban Population

2023
#102
1.92

Fertility Rate

2023
#76
83.8%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#34
$437.1B

GDP+5.5%

2023
#124
$3.8K

GDP per Capita

2023
#94
3.2%

Inflation

2024
#18
2.2%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#115
39.3

Gini Index

2023

Frequently Asked Questions About Philippines

What is the capital of Philippines?

Philippines's capital city is Manila.

What is the population of Philippines?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Philippines is approximately 114.89M people. This makes it the 13th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Philippines?

Philippines spans a total area of approximately 342,353 square kilometers (132,183.18 square miles).

Which continent is Philippines in?

Philippines is located in Asia, specifically within the South-Eastern Asia subregion.

What is the GDP of Philippines?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Philippines is approximately $437.15B USD. This ranks Philippines as the 34th 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.