Dominican Republic (officially Dominican Republic) is an independent country located in Caribbean, Americas. With a population of 10,771,504 people, it ranks #88 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 48,671 km² (#133 globally), with a population density of 221 people per km². The capital city is Santo Domingo. The official language is Spanish.
Key Facts
Population
10,771,504
#88 world ranking
Area
48,671 km²
#133 world ranking
Population Density
221/km²
Capital
Santo Domingo
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC-04:00
Continent
North America
Bordering Countries
1
neighboring countries
Languages
- Spanish— see all countries
Currency
- Dominican peso ($)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (1)
HaitiCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Dominican Republic?
The capital of Dominican Republic is Santo Domingo.
What is the population of Dominican Republic?
Dominican Republic has a population of 10,771,504 people, ranking #88 in the world by population.
How big is Dominican Republic?
Dominican Republic covers an area of 48,671 km², ranking #133 in the world by area. The population density is 221 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Dominican Republic?
The official languages of Dominican Republic are: Spanish.
What is the currency of Dominican Republic?
The currency of Dominican Republic is Dominican peso ($).
What countries border Dominican Republic?
Dominican Republic shares borders with 1 countries: Haiti.