Population: 18 million
Guatemala has a population of 18 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $102 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Guatemala is $102 billion ($5,600 per capita).
Capital: Guatemala City
The capital city of Guatemala is Guatemala City. Currency: Guatemalan Quetzal (GTQ).
Languages: Spanish
Official/main languages: Spanish. Area: 108,889 km². Continent: North America.
Guatemala Overview
Guatemala (🇬🇹) is located in North America with a total area of 108,889 km². The country has a population of 18 million and its capital is Guatemala City.
Economy
- GDP: $102 billion
- GDP per capita: $5,600
- Currency: Guatemalan Quetzal (GTQ)
Key Facts
- Capital: Guatemala City
- Languages: Spanish
- Area: 108,889 km²
- Continent: North America
How to read this Guatemala profile
Use the population of 18 million together with the area of 108,889 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $102 billion and GDP per capita of $5,600 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Recent earthquakes in Guatemala
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Scope and freshness of the Guatemala profile
The profile brings together rounded demographic and economic reference values for Guatemala, its capital Guatemala City, and its place in North America. 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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Guatemala data sources and update scope
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Guatemala?
The population of Guatemala is approximately 18 million.
What is the GDP of Guatemala?
The GDP of Guatemala is approximately $102 billion, which translates to $5,600 per capita.
What is the capital of Guatemala?
The capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City.