Belize (officially Belize) is an independent country located in Central America, Americas. With a population of 417,634 people, it ranks #177 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 22,966 km² (#153 globally), with a population density of 18 people per km². The capital city is Belmopan. The official languages are Belizean Creole, English, Spanish.
Key Facts
Population
417,634
#177 world ranking
Area
22,966 km²
#153 world ranking
Population Density
18/km²
Capital
Belmopan
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC-06:00
Continent
North America
Bordering Countries
2
neighboring countries
Languages
- Belizean Creole— see all countries
- English— see all countries
- Spanish— see all countries
Currency
- Belize dollar ($)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (2)
Mexico
GuatemalaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Belize?
The capital of Belize is Belmopan.
What is the population of Belize?
Belize has a population of 417,634 people, ranking #177 in the world by population.
How big is Belize?
Belize covers an area of 22,966 km², ranking #153 in the world by area. The population density is 18 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Belize?
The official languages of Belize are: Belizean Creole, English, Spanish.
What is the currency of Belize?
The currency of Belize is Belize dollar ($).
What countries border Belize?
Belize shares borders with 2 countries: Mexico, Guatemala.