Ecuador — Country Facts & Profile
South America, Americas
Home to 18,289,896 residents, Ecuador is an independent country located in South America. Its 276,841 km² of land are administered from Quito. It is among the 100 most populous countries globally. The national currency is the United States dollar ($ USD). The official language is Spanish.
Fast Facts
Daily Life Indicators
Key indicators for visiting or living in Ecuador. Average temperature in Quito: 25.5°C (78°F).
Economic Facts
Ecuador has a GDP per capita of $6,875, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Territorial Overview
Ecuador is located in South America at coordinates 2.00°S, 77.50°W. It shares borders with 2 countries. Total land area: 276,841 km² (106,889 mi²). Population density: 66 people per km². The highest point is Chimborazo at 6,263 m.
Zoos & Botanical Gardens
Ecuador has 27 zoos and 13 botanical gardens.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Civic Infrastructure
Notable infrastructure highlights in Ecuador, including Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa with a capacity of 35,742 seats.
35,742 seats
World Heritage Inventory
Ecuador is home to 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site, reflecting its rich cultural and natural history.
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World Heritage Sites
Cities in the Ecuador Network
Federal & Local Divisions
Guayas
23 cities · 3,824,689 people
Largest: Guayaquil
Pichincha
6 cities · 2,875,803 people
Largest: Quito
Manabí
14 cities · 816,793 people
Largest: Portoviejo
Azuay
2 cities · 654,118 people
Largest: Cuenca
El Oro
12 cities · 529,028 people
Largest: Machala
Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas
1 cities · 458,580 people
Largest: Santo Domingo de los Colorados
Los Ríos
10 cities · 435,589 people
Largest: Quevedo
Tungurahua Province
4 cities · 420,844 people
Largest: Ambato
Loja
6 cities · 338,945 people
Largest: Loja
Esmeraldas
5 cities · 305,891 people
Largest: Esmeraldas
Chimborazo Province
3 cities · 291,001 people
Largest: Riobamba
Imbabura
5 cities · 286,581 people
Largest: Ibarra
Cotopaxi
4 cities · 249,080 people
Largest: Latacunga
Carchi
2 cities · 100,985 people
Largest: Tulcán
Santa Elena
2 cities · 86,076 people
Largest: Salinas
Canar
3 cities · 81,130 people
Largest: La Troncal
Orellana Province
2 cities · 68,457 people
Largest: Puerto Francisco de Orellana
Morona-Santiago Province
3 cities · 37,572 people
Largest: Macas
Bolívar
2 cities · 34,774 people
Largest: Guaranda
Zamora Chinchipe
2 cities · 25,246 people
Largest: Zamora
Pastaza Province
1 cities · 24,881 people
Largest: Puyo
Napo
2 cities · 24,481 people
Largest: Tena
Sucumbíos
1 cities · 24,211 people
Largest: Nueva Loja
Galápagos
2 cities · 19,986 people
Largest: Puerto Ayora
Frequently Asked Questions about Ecuador
- What is the capital of Ecuador?
- The capital of Ecuador is Quito.
- What is the population of Ecuador?
- Ecuador has a population of approximately 18,289,896 people.
- What continent is Ecuador in?
- Ecuador is located in Americas, in the South America subregion.
- Where is Ecuador located?
- Ecuador is located in South America, Americas, at coordinates 2.0°S, 77.5°W.
- What currency does Ecuador use?
- Ecuador uses the United States dollar ($ USD).
- What is the capital and currency of Ecuador?
- The capital of Ecuador is Quito and the currency is the United States dollar (USD).
- What language is spoken in Ecuador?
- The official language of Ecuador is Spanish.
- What is the area of Ecuador?
- Ecuador covers a total area of 276,841 km² (106,889 square miles).
- How large is Ecuador in square miles?
- Ecuador has a total area of approximately 106,889 square miles (276,841 km²).
- What is the population density of Ecuador?
- Ecuador has a population density of approximately 66 people per km².
- Is Ecuador an independent country?
- Yes, Ecuador is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Ecuador border?
- Ecuador shares land borders with 2 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Ecuador?
- The GDP per capita of Ecuador is approximately $6,875.
- How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Ecuador have?
- Ecuador has 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- What is the average temperature in Quito?
- The average annual temperature in Quito, the capital of Ecuador, is approximately 25.5°C (78°F).
- What countries border Ecuador?
- Ecuador shares land borders with: Colombia, Peru.
- What is the country calling code for Ecuador?
- The international calling code for Ecuador is +593. To call Ecuador from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +593 and the local number.
- What time zone is Ecuador in?
- Ecuador spans 2 time zones: America/Guayaquil, Pacific/Galapagos.
- What is the highest point in Ecuador?
- The highest point in Ecuador is Chimborazo at 6,263 m (20,548 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Ecuador?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Ecuador is approximately $6,430 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Ecuador?
- The average internet speed in Ecuador is 47 Mbps, which is considered moderate by global standards.