Indonesia — Country Facts & Profile
South-Eastern Asia, Asia
Indonesia ranks #4 by population and #16 by land area worldwide. Officially known as Indonesia, this independent country sits in South-Eastern Asia and is home to 284,438,782 people. Jakarta serves as its capital. The official language is Indonesian. The national currency is the Indonesian rupiah (Rp IDR).
Country Statistics
Financial Profile
Indonesia has a GDP per capita of $4,925, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Physical Geography
Indonesia is located in South-Eastern Asia at coordinates 5.00°S, 120.00°E. It shares borders with 3 countries. Total land area: 1,904,569 km² (735,358 mi²). Population density: 149 people per km². The highest point is Puncak Jaya at 4,884 m.
Quality of Life
Key indicators for visiting or living in Indonesia. Average temperature in Jakarta: 27.3°C (81°F).
Notable Infrastructure
Notable infrastructure highlights in Indonesia, including Jakarta International Stadium with a capacity of 82,000 seats.
82,000 seats
Heritage Sites
Indonesia is home to 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, reflecting its rich cultural and natural history.
2
World Heritage Sites
Notable Cities of Indonesia
Subdivisions
West Java
66 cities · 18,006,859 people
Largest: Bekasi
East Java
73 cities · 9,651,163 people
Largest: Surabaya
Central Java
80 cities · 8,871,045 people
Largest: Semarang
Jakarta
2 cities · 8,568,866 people
Largest: Jakarta
North Sumatra
35 cities · 5,337,323 people
Largest: Medan
Banten
8 cities · 4,914,175 people
Largest: Tangerang
Riau
5 cities · 2,644,636 people
Largest: Batam
South Sumatra
8 cities · 2,373,150 people
Largest: Palembang
South Sulawesi
10 cities · 2,216,221 people
Largest: Makassar
East Kalimantan
4 cities · 1,929,531 people
Largest: Samarinda
Bali
21 cities · 1,543,556 people
Largest: Denpasar
Lampung
4 cities · 1,439,379 people
Largest: Bandar Lampung
West Sumatra
8 cities · 1,427,434 people
Largest: Padang
Yogyakarta
14 cities · 1,196,694 people
Largest: Yogyakarta
West Kalimantan
8 cities · 1,181,129 people
Largest: Pontianak
East Nusa Tenggara
12 cities · 1,139,675 people
Largest: Kupang
Aceh
12 cities · 1,034,741 people
Largest: Banda Aceh
South Kalimantan
5 cities · 937,650 people
Largest: Banjarmasin
West Nusa Tenggara
9 cities · 911,740 people
Largest: Mataram
Jambi
7 cities · 861,236 people
Largest: Jambi City
North Sulawesi
6 cities · 781,298 people
Largest: Manado
Maluku
9 cities · 651,943 people
Largest: Ambon
Southeast Sulawesi
4 cities · 608,296 people
Largest: Kendari
Papua
7 cities · 599,323 people
Largest: Jayapura
Central Kalimantan
5 cities · 580,614 people
Largest: Palangkaraya
Central Sulawesi
4 cities · 493,950 people
Largest: Palu
Bangka–Belitung Islands
5 cities · 486,549 people
Largest: Pangkalpinang
Bengkulu
2 cities · 419,836 people
Largest: Bengkulu
North Kalimantan
4 cities · 399,131 people
Largest: Tarakan
North Maluku
9 cities · 386,584 people
Largest: Ternate
Riau Islands
5 cities · 301,567 people
Largest: Tanjung Pinang
Southwest Papua
3 cities · 296,326 people
Largest: Sorong
Central Papua
3 cities · 222,691 people
Largest: Timika
Gorontalo
1 cities · 198,539 people
Largest: Gorontalo
West Sulawesi
3 cities · 154,683 people
Largest: Majene
West Papua
3 cities · 148,312 people
Largest: Manokwari
South Papua
3 cities · 134,614 people
Largest: Merauke
Highland Papua
6 cities · 95,273 people
Largest: Wamena
Frequently Asked Questions about Indonesia
- What is the capital of Indonesia?
- The capital of Indonesia is Jakarta.
- What is the population of Indonesia?
- Indonesia has a population of approximately 284,438,782 people.
- What continent is Indonesia in?
- Indonesia is located in Asia, in the South-Eastern Asia subregion.
- Where is Indonesia located?
- Indonesia is located in South-Eastern Asia, Asia, at coordinates 5.0°S, 120.0°E.
- What currency does Indonesia use?
- Indonesia uses the Indonesian rupiah (Rp IDR).
- What is the capital and currency of Indonesia?
- The capital of Indonesia is Jakarta and the currency is the Indonesian rupiah (IDR).
- What language is spoken in Indonesia?
- The official language of Indonesia is Indonesian.
- What is the area of Indonesia?
- Indonesia covers a total area of 1,904,569 km² (735,358 square miles).
- How large is Indonesia in square miles?
- Indonesia has a total area of approximately 735,358 square miles (1,904,569 km²).
- What is the population density of Indonesia?
- Indonesia has a population density of approximately 149 people per km².
- Is Indonesia an independent country?
- Yes, Indonesia is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Indonesia border?
- Indonesia shares land borders with 3 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Indonesia?
- The GDP per capita of Indonesia is approximately $4,925.
- How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Indonesia have?
- Indonesia has 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- What is the average temperature in Jakarta?
- The average annual temperature in Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia, is approximately 27.3°C (81°F).
- What countries border Indonesia?
- Indonesia shares land borders with: Timor-Leste, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea.
- What is the country calling code for Indonesia?
- The international calling code for Indonesia is +62. To call Indonesia from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +62 and the local number.
- What time zone is Indonesia in?
- Indonesia spans 3 time zones: UTC+07:00, UTC+08:00, UTC+09:00.
- What is the highest point in Indonesia?
- The highest point in Indonesia is Puncak Jaya at 4,884 m (16,024 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Indonesia?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Indonesia is approximately $4,910 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Indonesia?
- The average internet speed in Indonesia is 55 Mbps, which is considered fast by global standards.