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
Languages
- Spanish— see all countries
Currency
- Guatemalan quetzal (Q)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (4)
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.