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
Calling Code
+232
Languages
- English— see all countries
Currency
- Leone (Le)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (2)
Countries bordering Sierra Leone →
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.