El Salvador (officially Republic of El Salvador) is an independent country located in Central America, Americas. With a population of 6,029,976 people, it ranks #115 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 21,041 km² (#155 globally), with a population density of 287 people per km². The capital city is San Salvador. The official language is Spanish.
Key Facts
Population
6,029,976
#115 world ranking
Area
21,041 km²
#155 world ranking
Population Density
287/km²
Capital
San Salvador
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC-06:00
Continent
North America
Bordering Countries
2
neighboring countries
Languages
- Spanish— see all countries
Currency
- United States dollar ($)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (2)
Guatemala
HondurasCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of El Salvador?
The capital of El Salvador is San Salvador.
What is the population of El Salvador?
El Salvador has a population of 6,029,976 people, ranking #115 in the world by population.
How big is El Salvador?
El Salvador covers an area of 21,041 km², ranking #155 in the world by area. The population density is 287 people per km².
What languages are spoken in El Salvador?
The official languages of El Salvador are: Spanish.
What is the currency of El Salvador?
The currency of El Salvador is United States dollar ($).
What countries border El Salvador?
El Salvador shares borders with 2 countries: Guatemala, Honduras.