Guatemala

Republic of Guatemala

"A Central American country known for its Mayan heritage, volcanic landscapes, and colorful textiles."

Central America
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Presidential Republic

Capital City

Guatemala City

14.62°, -90.52°

Official Languages

Spanish

Population

18.12M

Total Area

108.89K km²

Population Density

166.45 people per km²

Currency

Guatemalan quetzal

Q

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#67
18,124,838

Total Population+1.5%

2023
#105
72.6 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#63
53.1%

Urban Population

2023
#81
2.31

Fertility Rate

2023
#139
56.1%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#67
$104.5B

GDP+3.5%

2023
#107
$5.8K

GDP per Capita

2023
#76
2.9%

Inflation

2024
#20
2.2%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#152
45.2

Gini Index

2023

Frequently Asked Questions About Guatemala

What is the capital of Guatemala?

Guatemala's capital city is Guatemala City.

What is the population of Guatemala?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Guatemala is approximately 18.12M people. This makes it the 67th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Guatemala?

Guatemala spans a total area of approximately 108,889 square kilometers (42,042.26 square miles).

Which continent is Guatemala in?

Guatemala is located in Americas, specifically within the Central America subregion.

What is the GDP of Guatemala?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Guatemala is approximately $104.45B USD. This ranks Guatemala as the 67th 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.