Suriname (officially Republic of Suriname) is an independent country located in South America, Americas. With a population of 616,500 people, it ranks #171 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 163,820 km² (#93 globally), with a population density of 4 people per km². The capital city is Paramaribo. The official language is Dutch.
Key Facts
Population
616,500
#171 world ranking
Area
163,820 km²
#93 world ranking
Population Density
4/km²
Capital
Paramaribo
Driving Side
Left
Timezones
1
UTC-03:00
Continent
South America
Bordering Countries
3
neighboring countries
Languages
- Dutch— see all countries
Currency
- Surinamese dollar ($)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (3)
Brazil
Guyana
French GuianaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Suriname?
The capital of Suriname is Paramaribo.
What is the population of Suriname?
Suriname has a population of 616,500 people, ranking #171 in the world by population.
How big is Suriname?
Suriname covers an area of 163,820 km², ranking #93 in the world by area. The population density is 4 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Suriname?
The official languages of Suriname are: Dutch.
What is the currency of Suriname?
The currency of Suriname is Surinamese dollar ($).
What countries border Suriname?
Suriname shares borders with 3 countries: Brazil, Guyana, French Guiana.