Population: 4.3 million
Kuwait has a population of 4.3 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $161 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Kuwait is $161 billion ($37,000 per capita).
Capital: Kuwait City
The capital city of Kuwait is Kuwait City. Currency: Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD).
Languages: Arabic
Official/main languages: Arabic. Area: 17,818 km². Continent: Asia.
Kuwait Overview
Kuwait (🇰🇼) is located in Asia with a total area of 17,818 km². The country has a population of 4.3 million and its capital is Kuwait City.
Economy
- GDP: $161 billion
- GDP per capita: $37,000
- Currency: Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD)
Key Facts
- Capital: Kuwait City
- Languages: Arabic
- Area: 17,818 km²
- Continent: Asia
How to read this Kuwait profile
Use the population of 4.3 million together with the area of 17,818 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $161 billion and GDP per capita of $37,000 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 Kuwait profile
The profile brings together rounded demographic and economic reference values for Kuwait, its capital Kuwait City, and its place in Asia. 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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Kuwait data sources and update scope
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Kuwait?
The population of Kuwait is approximately 4.3 million.
What is the GDP of Kuwait?
The GDP of Kuwait is approximately $161 billion, which translates to $37,000 per capita.
What is the capital of Kuwait?
The capital of Kuwait is Kuwait City.