Syria

Syrian Arab Republic

"A Middle Eastern country known for its ancient civilizations, archaeological sites, and ongoing conflict."

Western Asia
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Semi‑Presidential Republic (Transitional)

Capital City

Damascus

3.35°, 3.63°

Official Languages

Arabic

Population

23.59M

Total Area

185.18K km²

Population Density

127.41 people per km²

Currency

Syrian pound

£

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#58
23,594,623

Total Population+4.9%

2023
#112
72.1 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#52
57.4%

Urban Population

2023
#64
2.71

Fertility Rate

2023
#161
34.7%

Internet Users

2019

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#112
$23.6B

GDP+0.7%

2022
#169
$1.1K

GDP per Capita

2022
#162
13.4%

Inflation

2019
#156
13%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#14
26.6

Gini Index

2022

Frequently Asked Questions About Syria

What is the capital of Syria?

Syria's capital city is Damascus.

What is the population of Syria?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Syria is approximately 23.59M people. This makes it the 58th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Syria?

Syria spans a total area of approximately 185,180 square kilometers (71,498.37 square miles).

Which continent is Syria in?

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

What is the GDP of Syria?

According to estimates from 2022, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Syria is approximately $23.62B USD. This ranks Syria as the 112th 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.