Guatemala (officially Republic of Guatemala) is an independent country located in Central America, Americas. With a population of 18,079,810 people, it ranks #72 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 108,889 km² (#108 globally), with a population density of 166 people per km². The capital city is Guatemala City. The official language is Spanish.
Key Facts
Population
18,079,810
#72 world ranking
Area
108,889 km²
#108 world ranking
Population Density
166/km²
Capital
Guatemala City
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC-06:00
Continent
North America
Bordering Countries
4
neighboring countries
Calling Code
+502
Languages
- Spanish— see all countries
Currency
- Guatemalan quetzal (Q)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (4)
Countries bordering Guatemala →
Mexico
Honduras
El Salvador
BelizeCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Guatemala?
The capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City.
What is the population of Guatemala?
Guatemala has a population of 18,079,810 people, ranking #72 in the world by population.
How big is Guatemala?
Guatemala covers an area of 108,889 km², ranking #108 in the world by area. The population density is 166 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Guatemala?
The official languages of Guatemala are: Spanish.
What is the currency of Guatemala?
The currency of Guatemala is Guatemalan quetzal (Q).
What countries border Guatemala?
Guatemala shares borders with 4 countries: Mexico, Honduras, El Salvador, Belize.