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
Languages
- Arabic— see all countries
Currency
- Libyan dinar (ل.د)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (6)
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.