Guyana

Co-operative Republic of Guyana

"A South American country known for its pristine rainforests, diverse wildlife, and British colonial heritage."

South America
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Parliamentary Republic

Capital City

Georgetown

0.68°, -58.15°

Official Languages

English

Population

826.35K

Total Area

214.97K km²

Population Density

3.84 people per km²

Currency

Guyanese dollar

$

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

left

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#158
826,353

Total Population+0.6%

2023
#127
70.2 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#167
27.2%

Urban Population

2023
#79
2.41

Fertility Rate

2023
#85
81.7%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#129
$17.2B

GDP+33.8%

2023
#54
$20.8K

GDP per Capita

2023
#80
2.9%

Inflation

2024
#142
10.2%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#151
45.1

Gini Index

1998

Frequently Asked Questions About Guyana

What is the capital of Guyana?

Guyana's capital city is Georgetown.

What is the population of Guyana?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Guyana is approximately 826.35K people. This makes it the 158th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Guyana?

Guyana spans a total area of approximately 214,969 square kilometers (82,999.96 square miles).

Which continent is Guyana in?

Guyana is located in Americas, specifically within the South America subregion.

What is the GDP of Guyana?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Guyana is approximately $17.16B USD. This ranks Guyana as the 129th 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.