Georgia — Country Facts & Profile
საქართველო
Western Asia, Asia
Georgia ranks #130 by population and #123 by land area worldwide. Officially known as საქართველო, this independent country sits in Western Asia and is home to 4,000,921 people. Tbilisi serves as its capital. The official language is Georgian. The national currency is the lari (₾ GEL).
Country Statistics
Financial Profile
Georgia has a GDP per capita of $9,241, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Physical Geography
Georgia is located in Western Asia at coordinates 42.00°N, 43.50°E. It shares borders with 4 countries. Total land area: 69,700 km² (26,911 mi²). Population density: 57 people per km². The highest point is Shkhara at 5,193 m.
Quality of Life
Key indicators for visiting or living in Georgia. Average temperature in Tbilisi: 9.1°C (48°F).
Speed Regulations
General road speed limits in Georgia, 110 km/h on rural roads.
General speed limits. Local exceptions may apply. Source: Wikidata.
Flora & Fauna
Georgia has 8 zoos and 12 botanical gardens.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Notable Infrastructure
Notable infrastructure highlights in Georgia, including Mikheil Meskhi Stadium with a capacity of 27,223 seats.
27,223 seats
Notable Cities of Georgia
Subdivisions
Tbilisi
2 cities · 1,056,995 people
Largest: Tbilisi
Adjara
4 cities · 219,704 people
Largest: Batumi
Imereti
8 cities · 215,907 people
Largest: Kutaisi
Kvemo Kartli
10 cities · 213,971 people
Largest: Rustavi
Abkhazia
8 cities · 135,534 people
Largest: Sokhumi
Shida Kartli
6 cities · 124,100 people
Largest: Gori
Samegrelo and Zemo Svaneti
3 cities · 96,233 people
Largest: Poti
Kakheti
7 cities · 64,166 people
Largest: Telavi
Samtskhe-Javakheti
3 cities · 36,130 people
Largest: Akhaltsikhe
Mtskheta-Mtianeti
4 cities · 29,969 people
Largest: Gudauri
Guria
2 cities · 20,149 people
Largest: Ozurgeti
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti
1 cities · 1,952 people
Largest: Ambrolauri
Frequently Asked Questions about Georgia
- What is the capital of Georgia?
- The capital of Georgia is Tbilisi.
- What is the population of Georgia?
- Georgia has a population of approximately 4,000,921 people.
- What continent is Georgia in?
- Georgia is located in Asia, in the Western Asia subregion.
- Where is Georgia located?
- Georgia is located in Western Asia, Asia, at coordinates 42.0°N, 43.5°E.
- What currency does Georgia use?
- Georgia uses the lari (₾ GEL).
- What is the capital and currency of Georgia?
- The capital of Georgia is Tbilisi and the currency is the lari (GEL).
- What language is spoken in Georgia?
- The official language of Georgia is Georgian.
- What is the area of Georgia?
- Georgia covers a total area of 69,700 km² (26,911 square miles).
- How large is Georgia in square miles?
- Georgia has a total area of approximately 26,911 square miles (69,700 km²).
- What is the population density of Georgia?
- Georgia has a population density of approximately 57 people per km².
- Is Georgia an independent country?
- Yes, Georgia is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Georgia border?
- Georgia shares land borders with 4 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Georgia?
- The GDP per capita of Georgia is approximately $9,241.
- What is the average temperature in Tbilisi?
- The average annual temperature in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, is approximately 9.1°C (48°F).
- What countries border Georgia?
- Georgia shares land borders with: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Russia, Turkey.
- What is the country calling code for Georgia?
- The international calling code for Georgia is +995. To call Georgia from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +995 and the local number.
- What time zone is Georgia in?
- Georgia operates on the UTC+04:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Georgia?
- The highest point in Georgia is Shkhara at 5,193 m (17,037 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Georgia?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Georgia is approximately $8,110 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Georgia?
- The average internet speed in Georgia is 71 Mbps, which is considered fast by global standards.
- What are the speed limits in Georgia?
- Speed limits in Georgia: 110 km/h on rural roads. Local exceptions may apply.