Kuwait

State of Kuwait

"A Persian Gulf nation known for its oil wealth and modern architecture in the desert."

Western Asia
UN Member
GCC
Arab League

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Constitutional Emirate

Capital City

Kuwait City

29.37°, 47.97°

Official Languages

Arabic

Population

4.85M

Total Area

17.82K km²

Population Density

272.39 people per km²

Currency

Kuwaiti dinar

د.ك

Week Start

sunday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#124
4,853,420

Total Population+5.6%

2023
#14
83.2 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#94
100.0%

Urban Population

2023
#135
1.52

Fertility Rate

2023
#6
99.7%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#57
$163.7B

GDP-3.6%

2023
#32
$33.7K

GDP per Capita

2023
#79
2.9%

Inflation

2024
#17
2.1%

Unemployment Rate

2024

Frequently Asked Questions About Kuwait

What is the capital of Kuwait?

Kuwait's capital city is Kuwait City.

What is the population of Kuwait?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Kuwait is approximately 4.85M people. This makes it the 124th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Kuwait?

Kuwait spans a total area of approximately 17,818 square kilometers (6,879.57 square miles).

Which continent is Kuwait in?

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

What is the GDP of Kuwait?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Kuwait is approximately $163.7B USD. This ranks Kuwait as the 57th 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.