Nicaragua (officially Republic of Nicaragua) is an independent country located in Central America, Americas. With a population of 6,803,886 people, it ranks #108 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 130,373 km² (#99 globally), with a population density of 52 people per km². The capital city is Managua. The official language is Spanish.
Key Facts
Population
6,803,886
#108 world ranking
Area
130,373 km²
#99 world ranking
Population Density
52/km²
Capital
Managua
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC-06:00
Continent
North America
Bordering Countries
2
neighboring countries
Languages
- Spanish— see all countries
Currency
- Nicaraguan córdoba (C$)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (2)
Honduras
Costa RicaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Nicaragua?
The capital of Nicaragua is Managua.
What is the population of Nicaragua?
Nicaragua has a population of 6,803,886 people, ranking #108 in the world by population.
How big is Nicaragua?
Nicaragua covers an area of 130,373 km², ranking #99 in the world by area. The population density is 52 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Nicaragua?
The official languages of Nicaragua are: Spanish.
What is the currency of Nicaragua?
The currency of Nicaragua is Nicaraguan córdoba (C$).
What countries border Nicaragua?
Nicaragua shares borders with 2 countries: Honduras, Costa Rica.