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
Calling Code
+503
Languages
- Spanish— see all countries
Currency
- United States dollar ($)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (2)
Countries bordering El Salvador →
Guatemala
HondurasCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of El Salvador?
The capital of El Salvador is San Salvador.
What is the population of El Salvador?
El Salvador has a population of 6,029,976 people, ranking #115 in the world by population.
How big is El Salvador?
El Salvador covers an area of 21,041 km², ranking #155 in the world by area. The population density is 287 people per km².
What languages are spoken in El Salvador?
The official languages of El Salvador are: Spanish.
What is the currency of El Salvador?
The currency of El Salvador is United States dollar ($).
What countries border El Salvador?
El Salvador shares borders with 2 countries: Guatemala, Honduras.