Jordan

Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

"A Middle Eastern kingdom known for its ancient city of Petra, desert landscapes, and hospitality."

Western Asia
UN Member
Arab League

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy

Capital City

Amman

31.95°, 35.93°

Official Languages

Arabic

Population

11.44M

Total Area

89.34K km²

Population Density

128.04 people per km²

Currency

Jordanian dinar

د.ا

Week Start

sunday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#82
11,439,213

Total Population+1.6%

2023
#54
77.8 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#61
92.0%

Urban Population

2023
#71
2.64

Fertility Rate

2023
#35
92.5%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#88
$51.0B

GDP+2.7%

2023
#117
$4.5K

GDP per Capita

2023
#37
1.6%

Inflation

2024
#167
18%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#66
33.7

Gini Index

2010

Frequently Asked Questions About Jordan

What is the capital of Jordan?

Jordan's capital city is Amman.

What is the population of Jordan?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Jordan is approximately 11.44M people. This makes it the 82nd most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Jordan?

Jordan spans a total area of approximately 89,342 square kilometers (34,495.12 square miles).

Which continent is Jordan in?

Jordan is located in Asia, specifically within the Western Asia subregion.

What is the GDP of Jordan?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Jordan is approximately $50.97B USD. This ranks Jordan as the 88th 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.