Population: 2.7 million
Gambia has a population of 2.7 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $2.2 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Gambia is $2.2 billion ($820 per capita).
Capital: Banjul
The capital city of Gambia is Banjul. Currency: Gambian Dalasi (GMD).
Languages: English
Official/main languages: English. Area: 11,295 km². Continent: Africa.
Gambia Overview
Gambia (🇬🇲) is located in Africa with a total area of 11,295 km². The country has a population of 2.7 million and its capital is Banjul.
Economy
- GDP: $2.2 billion
- GDP per capita: $820
- Currency: Gambian Dalasi (GMD)
Key Facts
- Capital: Banjul
- Languages: English
- Area: 11,295 km²
- Continent: Africa
How to read this Gambia profile
Use the population of 2.7 million together with the area of 11,295 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $2.2 billion and GDP per capita of $820 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Scope and freshness of the Gambia profile
The profile brings together rounded demographic and economic reference values for Gambia, its capital Banjul, and its place in Africa. Indicators can come from different reporting years, so changes in population, prices or exchange rates may not appear at the same time. The values are useful for comparison and geographic exploration, not as a live official statistical release.
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Gambia data sources and update scope
This Gambia profile is a curated reference snapshot assembled from public demographic and economic datasets. Reporting years can differ between indicators; verify time-sensitive decisions with the country's official statistics agency. PocketWorld's linked map layers update independently from these profile values.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Gambia?
The population of Gambia is approximately 2.7 million.
What is the GDP of Gambia?
The GDP of Gambia is approximately $2.2 billion, which translates to $820 per capita.
What is the capital of Gambia?
The capital of Gambia is Banjul.