Libya (officially State of Libya) is an independent country located in Northern Africa, Africa. With a population of 7,459,000 people, it ranks #105 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 1,759,540 km² (#18 globally), with a population density of 4 people per km². The capital city is Tripoli. The official language is Arabic.
Key Facts
Population
7,459,000
#105 world ranking
Area
1,759,540 km²
#18 world ranking
Population Density
4/km²
Capital
Tripoli
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC+01:00
Continent
Africa
Bordering Countries
6
neighboring countries
Calling Code
+218
Languages
- Arabic— see all countries
Currency
- Libyan dinar (ل.د)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (6)
Countries bordering Libya →
Egypt
Sudan
Algeria
Niger
Chad
TunisiaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Libya?
The capital of Libya is Tripoli.
What is the population of Libya?
Libya has a population of 7,459,000 people, ranking #105 in the world by population.
How big is Libya?
Libya covers an area of 1,759,540 km², ranking #18 in the world by area. The population density is 4 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Libya?
The official languages of Libya are: Arabic.
What is the currency of Libya?
The currency of Libya is Libyan dinar (ل.د).
What countries border Libya?
Libya shares borders with 6 countries: Egypt, Sudan, Algeria, Niger, Chad, Tunisia.