Population: 7 million
Libya has a population of 7 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $48 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Libya is $48 billion ($6,800 per capita).
Capital: Tripoli
The capital city of Libya is Tripoli. Currency: Libyan Dinar (LYD).
Languages: Arabic
Official/main languages: Arabic. Area: 1,759,540 km². Continent: Africa.
Libya Overview
Libya (🇱🇾) is located in Africa with a total area of 1,759,540 km². The country has a population of 7 million and its capital is Tripoli.
Economy
- GDP: $48 billion
- GDP per capita: $6,800
- Currency: Libyan Dinar (LYD)
Key Facts
- Capital: Tripoli
- Languages: Arabic
- Area: 1,759,540 km²
- Continent: Africa
How to read this Libya profile
Use the population of 7 million together with the area of 1,759,540 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $48 billion and GDP per capita of $6,800 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 Libya profile
The profile brings together rounded demographic and economic reference values for Libya, its capital Tripoli, 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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Libya data sources and update scope
This Libya 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 Libya?
The population of Libya is approximately 7 million.
What is the GDP of Libya?
The GDP of Libya is approximately $48 billion, which translates to $6,800 per capita.
What is the capital of Libya?
The capital of Libya is Tripoli.