Venezuela (officially Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela) is an independent country located in South America, Americas. With a population of 28,517,000 people, it ranks #53 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 916,445 km² (#34 globally), with a population density of 31 people per km². The capital city is Caracas. The official language is Spanish.
Key Facts
Population
28,517,000
#53 world ranking
Area
916,445 km²
#34 world ranking
Population Density
31/km²
Capital
Caracas
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC-04:00
Continent
South America
Bordering Countries
3
neighboring countries
Languages
- Spanish— see all countries
Currency
- Venezuelan bolívar soberano (Bs.S.)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (3)
Brazil
Colombia
GuyanaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Venezuela?
The capital of Venezuela is Caracas.
What is the population of Venezuela?
Venezuela has a population of 28,517,000 people, ranking #53 in the world by population.
How big is Venezuela?
Venezuela covers an area of 916,445 km², ranking #34 in the world by area. The population density is 31 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Venezuela?
The official languages of Venezuela are: Spanish.
What is the currency of Venezuela?
The currency of Venezuela is Venezuelan bolívar soberano (Bs.S.).
What countries border Venezuela?
Venezuela shares borders with 3 countries: Brazil, Colombia, Guyana.