Latvia (officially Republic of Latvia) is an independent country located in Northern Europe, Europe. With a population of 1,829,000 people, it ranks #149 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 64,559 km² (#126 globally), with a population density of 28 people per km². The capital city is Riga. The official language is Latvian.
Key Facts
Population
1,829,000
#149 world ranking
Area
64,559 km²
#126 world ranking
Population Density
28/km²
Capital
Riga
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC+02:00
Continent
Europe
Bordering Countries
4
neighboring countries
Bordering Countries (4)
Russia
Belarus
Lithuania
EstoniaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Latvia?
The capital of Latvia is Riga.
What is the population of Latvia?
Latvia has a population of 1,829,000 people, ranking #149 in the world by population.
How big is Latvia?
Latvia covers an area of 64,559 km², ranking #126 in the world by area. The population density is 28 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Latvia?
The official languages of Latvia are: Latvian.
What is the currency of Latvia?
The currency of Latvia is euro (€).
What countries border Latvia?
Latvia shares borders with 4 countries: Russia, Belarus, Lithuania, Estonia.