Sierra Leone (officially Republic of Sierra Leone) is an independent country located in Western Africa, Africa. With a population of 9,077,691 people, it ranks #101 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 71,740 km² (#121 globally), with a population density of 127 people per km². The capital city is Freetown. The official language is English.
Key Facts
Population
9,077,691
#101 world ranking
Area
71,740 km²
#121 world ranking
Population Density
127/km²
Capital
Freetown
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC
Continent
Africa
Bordering Countries
2
neighboring countries
Languages
- English— see all countries
Currency
- Leone (Le)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (2)
Guinea
LiberiaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Sierra Leone?
The capital of Sierra Leone is Freetown.
What is the population of Sierra Leone?
Sierra Leone has a population of 9,077,691 people, ranking #101 in the world by population.
How big is Sierra Leone?
Sierra Leone covers an area of 71,740 km², ranking #121 in the world by area. The population density is 127 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Sierra Leone?
The official languages of Sierra Leone are: English.
What is the currency of Sierra Leone?
The currency of Sierra Leone is Leone (Le).
What countries border Sierra Leone?
Sierra Leone shares borders with 2 countries: Guinea, Liberia.