Tunisia

Tunisian Republic

"A North African country known for its ancient Carthaginian ruins, Mediterranean beaches, and Arab Spring origins."

Northern Africa
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Semi‑Presidential Republic

Capital City

Tunis

36.80°, 10.18°

Official Languages

Arabic

Population

12.2M

Total Area

163.61K km²

Population Density

74.57 people per km²

Currency

Tunisian dinar

د.ت

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#79
12,200,431

Population+0.7%

2023
#70
76.51

Life Expectancy

2023
#73
70.5%

Urban Population

2023
#107
1.83

Fertility Rate

2023
#116
72.4%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#92
$48.53B

GDP+0%

2023
#123
$3.98K

GDP per Capita

2023
#147
7.2%

Inflation

2024
#166
16.2%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#68
33.7

Gini Index

2021

Frequently Asked Questions About Tunisia

What is the capital of Tunisia?

Tunisia's capital city is Tunis.

What is the population of Tunisia?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Tunisia is approximately 12.2M people. This makes it the 79th most populous country out of 193 states.

How large is Tunisia?

Tunisia spans a total area of approximately 163,610 square kilometers (63,170.15 square miles).

Which continent is Tunisia in?

Tunisia is located in Africa, specifically within the Northern Africa subregion.

What is the GDP of Tunisia?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Tunisia is approximately $48.53B USD. This ranks Tunisia as the 92nd largest economy out of 192 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.