Panama (officially Republic of Panama) is an independent country located in Central America, Americas. With a population of 4,064,780 people, it ranks #129 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 75,417 km² (#120 globally), with a population density of 54 people per km². The capital city is Panama City. The official language is Spanish.
Key Facts
Population
4,064,780
#129 world ranking
Area
75,417 km²
#120 world ranking
Population Density
54/km²
Capital
Panama City
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC-05:00
Continent
North America
Bordering Countries
2
neighboring countries
Languages
- Spanish— see all countries
Currency
- Panamanian balboa (B/.)— see all countries
- United States dollar ($)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (2)
Colombia
Costa RicaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Panama?
The capital of Panama is Panama City.
What is the population of Panama?
Panama has a population of 4,064,780 people, ranking #129 in the world by population.
How big is Panama?
Panama covers an area of 75,417 km², ranking #120 in the world by area. The population density is 54 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Panama?
The official languages of Panama are: Spanish.
What is the currency of Panama?
The currency of Panama is Panamanian balboa (B/.), United States dollar ($).
What countries border Panama?
Panama shares borders with 2 countries: Colombia, Costa Rica.