Population: 8.6 million
Sierra Leone has a population of 8.6 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $4.2 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Sierra Leone is $4.2 billion ($490 per capita).
Capital: Freetown
The capital city of Sierra Leone is Freetown. Currency: Sierra Leonean Leone (SLL).
Languages: English
Official/main languages: English. Area: 71,740 km². Continent: Africa.
Sierra Leone Overview
Sierra Leone (🇸🇱) is located in Africa with a total area of 71,740 km². The country has a population of 8.6 million and its capital is Freetown.
Economy
- GDP: $4.2 billion
- GDP per capita: $490
- Currency: Sierra Leonean Leone (SLL)
Key Facts
- Capital: Freetown
- Languages: English
- Area: 71,740 km²
- Continent: Africa
How to read this Sierra Leone profile
Use the population of 8.6 million together with the area of 71,740 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $4.2 billion and GDP per capita of $490 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 Sierra Leone profile
The profile brings together rounded demographic and economic reference values for Sierra Leone, its capital Freetown, 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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Sierra Leone data sources and update scope
This Sierra Leone 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 Sierra Leone?
The population of Sierra Leone is approximately 8.6 million.
What is the GDP of Sierra Leone?
The GDP of Sierra Leone is approximately $4.2 billion, which translates to $490 per capita.
What is the capital of Sierra Leone?
The capital of Sierra Leone is Freetown.