Panama — Country Facts & Profile
Panamá
Central America, Americas
The Panamanian balboa (PAB) is the official currency of Panama, a country of 4,064,780 people in Central America. With 75,417 km² of territory and Panama City as its capital, it sits within the wider North America region. The official language is Spanish.
Country Profile
Wealth & Economy
Panama has a GDP per capita of $19,161, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Stadiums & Hospitals
Notable infrastructure highlights in Panama, including Estadio Nacional de Panamá with a capacity of 27,000 seats.
27,000 seats
Geographic Overview
Panama is located in Central America at coordinates 9.00°N, 80.00°W. It shares borders with 2 countries. Total land area: 75,417 km² (29,119 mi²). Population density: 54 people per km². The highest point is Volcan Baru at 3,475 m.
Cost of Living & Climate
Key indicators for visiting or living in Panama.
Nature Reserves
Panama has 3 zoos.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Crime Index
Panama has a safety index of 65 out of 100 based on crime and safety data. Higher scores indicate safer conditions.
Higher score = safer. Based on crime index data.
Top Cities of Panama
Internal Divisions
Panamá
21 cities · 1,282,583 people
Largest: Panama City
Panamá Oeste Province
11 cities · 225,212 people
Largest: Arraiján
Chiriquí Province
8 cities · 162,952 people
Largest: David
Colón
5 cities · 142,952 people
Largest: Colón
Veraguas Province
3 cities · 60,878 people
Largest: Santiago de Veraguas
Coclé
6 cities · 54,991 people
Largest: Penonomé
Herrera Province
5 cities · 48,479 people
Largest: San Juan Bautista
Bocas del Toro Province
4 cities · 43,156 people
Largest: Changuinola
Los Santos Province
2 cities · 14,909 people
Largest: Las Tablas
Embera
1 cities · 9,497 people
Largest: Unión Chocó
Darién
1 cities · 1,728 people
Largest: La Palma
Guna Yala
1 cities · 10 people
Largest: El Porvenir
Frequently Asked Questions about Panama
- What is the capital of Panama?
- The capital of Panama is Panama City.
- What is the population of Panama?
- Panama has a population of approximately 4,064,780 people.
- What continent is Panama in?
- Panama is located in North America, in the Central America subregion.
- Where is Panama located?
- Panama is located in Central America, North America, at coordinates 9.0°N, 80.0°W.
- What currency does Panama use?
- Panama uses the Panamanian balboa (B/. PAB).
- What is the capital and currency of Panama?
- The capital of Panama is Panama City and the currency is the Panamanian balboa (PAB).
- What language is spoken in Panama?
- The official language of Panama is Spanish.
- What is the area of Panama?
- Panama covers a total area of 75,417 km² (29,119 square miles).
- How large is Panama in square miles?
- Panama has a total area of approximately 29,119 square miles (75,417 km²).
- What is the population density of Panama?
- Panama has a population density of approximately 54 people per km².
- Is Panama an independent country?
- Yes, Panama is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Panama border?
- Panama shares land borders with 2 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Panama?
- The GDP per capita of Panama is approximately $19,161.
- Is Panama safe to visit?
- Panama is considered generally safe, with a safety index of 65 out of 100 based on crime and safety data.
- What countries border Panama?
- Panama shares land borders with: Colombia, Costa Rica.
- What is the country calling code for Panama?
- The international calling code for Panama is +507. To call Panama from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +507 and the local number.
- What time zone is Panama in?
- Panama operates on the UTC-05:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Panama?
- The highest point in Panama is Volcan Baru at 3,475 m (11,401 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Panama?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Panama is approximately $18,010 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Panama?
- The average internet speed in Panama is 61 Mbps, which is considered fast by global standards.