Timor-Leste

Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste

"A Southeast Asian country known for its recent independence, coffee production, and diverse culture."

South-Eastern Asia
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Semi‑Presidential Republic

Capital City

Dili

-8.58°, 12.56°

Official Languages

Portuguese, Tetum

Population

1.38M

Total Area

14.87K km²

Population Density

93.07 people per km²

Currency

United States dollar

$

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

left

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#149
1,384,286

Total Population+1.1%

2023
#143
67.7 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#157
32.5%

Urban Population

2023
#65
2.71

Fertility Rate

2023
#163
34%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#171
$2.1B

GDP-18.1%

2023
#159
$1.5K

GDP per Capita

2023
#50
2.1%

Inflation

2024
#13
1.6%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#23
28.7

Gini Index

2014

Frequently Asked Questions About Timor-Leste

What is the capital of Timor-Leste?

Timor-Leste's capital city is Dili.

What is the population of Timor-Leste?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Timor-Leste is approximately 1.38M people. This makes it the 149th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Timor-Leste?

Timor-Leste spans a total area of approximately 14,874 square kilometers (5,742.88 square miles).

Which continent is Timor-Leste in?

Timor-Leste is located in Asia, specifically within the South-Eastern Asia subregion.

What is the GDP of Timor-Leste?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Timor-Leste is approximately $2.08B USD. This ranks Timor-Leste as the 171st 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.