Somalia
Federal Republic of Somalia
"A Horn of Africa country known for its long coastline, nomadic culture, and maritime challenges."
Overview
Key information and facts
Government type
Federal Parliamentary Republic
Capital City
Mogadishu
Official Languages
Arabic, Somali
Population
18.36M
Total Area
637.66K km²
Population Density
28.79 people per km²
Currency
Somali shilling
Week Start
monday
Driving Side
right
Society
Key social and demographic indicators
Total Population+3.1%
Life Expectancy
Urban Population
Fertility Rate
Internet Users
Economy
Economic and financial indicators
GDP+4.2%
GDP per Capita
Unemployment Rate
Frequently Asked Questions About Somalia
What is the capital of Somalia?
Somalia's capital city is Mogadishu.
What is the population of Somalia?
As of 2023, the estimated population of Somalia is approximately 18.36M people. This makes it the 66th most populous country out of 192 states.
How large is Somalia?
Somalia spans a total area of approximately 637,657 square kilometers (246,200.64 square miles).
Which continent is Somalia in?
Somalia is located in Africa, specifically within the Eastern Africa subregion.
What is the GDP of Somalia?
According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Somalia is approximately $10.97B USD. This ranks Somalia as the 147th largest economy out of 191 sovereign states worldwide.