Suriname

Republic of Suriname

"A South American country known for its diverse population, rainforests, and Dutch colonial history."

South America
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Parliamentary Republic

Capital City

Paramaribo

5.83°, -55.17°

Official Languages

Dutch

Population

628.89K

Total Area

163.82K km²

Population Density

3.84 people per km²

Currency

Surinamese dollar

$

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

left

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#162
628,886

Total Population+0.9%

2023
#95
73.6 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#159
66.4%

Urban Population

2023
#84
2.25

Fertility Rate

2023
#98
78.4%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#161
$3.5B

GDP+2.5%

2023
#109
$5.5K

GDP per Capita

2023
#165
16.2%

Inflation

2024
#119
7.3%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#114
39.2

Gini Index

2022

Frequently Asked Questions About Suriname

What is the capital of Suriname?

Suriname's capital city is Paramaribo.

What is the population of Suriname?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Suriname is approximately 628.89K people. This makes it the 162nd most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Suriname?

Suriname spans a total area of approximately 163,820 square kilometers (63,251.23 square miles).

Which continent is Suriname in?

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

What is the GDP of Suriname?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Suriname is approximately $3.46B USD. This ranks Suriname as the 161st 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.