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 285,721,236 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: 150 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 · 18,246,293 people
Largest: Bekasi
East Java
73 cities · 9,931,802 people
Largest: Surabaya
Central Java
80 cities · 8,977,683 people
Largest: Semarang
Jakarta
2 cities · 8,568,866 people
Largest: Jakarta
North Sumatra
36 cities · 5,443,293 people
Largest: Medan
Banten
8 cities · 5,017,712 people
Largest: Tangerang
Riau
5 cities · 2,877,400 people
Largest: Batam
South Sumatra
8 cities · 2,505,669 people
Largest: Palembang
South Sulawesi
10 cities · 2,260,831 people
Largest: Makassar
East Kalimantan
4 cities · 1,968,015 people
Largest: Samarinda
Bali
21 cities · 1,751,219 people
Largest: Denpasar
West Sumatra
8 cities · 1,461,332 people
Largest: Padang
Lampung
4 cities · 1,443,291 people
Largest: Bandar Lampung
West Kalimantan
8 cities · 1,236,393 people
Largest: Pontianak
South Kalimantan
6 cities · 1,231,251 people
Largest: Banjarmasin
Yogyakarta
14 cities · 1,198,804 people
Largest: Yogyakarta
East Nusa Tenggara
12 cities · 1,171,718 people
Largest: Kupang
Aceh
12 cities · 1,058,032 people
Largest: Banda Aceh
North Sulawesi
8 cities · 941,166 people
Largest: Manado
West Nusa Tenggara
9 cities · 926,987 people
Largest: Mataram
Jambi
7 cities · 893,128 people
Largest: Jambi City
Central Sulawesi
5 cities · 753,474 people
Largest: Palu
Central Kalimantan
5 cities · 676,118 people
Largest: Palangkaraya
Maluku
9 cities · 654,298 people
Largest: Ambon
Southeast Sulawesi
4 cities · 614,274 people
Largest: Kendari
Papua
7 cities · 606,171 people
Largest: Jayapura
Bangka–Belitung Islands
5 cities · 495,953 people
Largest: Pangkalpinang
Bengkulu
2 cities · 443,566 people
Largest: Bengkulu
North Kalimantan
4 cities · 415,749 people
Largest: Tarakan
North Maluku
9 cities · 383,894 people
Largest: Ternate
Riau Islands
5 cities · 301,567 people
Largest: Tanjung Pinang
Central Papua
3 cities · 278,641 people
Largest: Timika
Southwest Papua
3 cities · 261,990 people
Largest: Sorong
Gorontalo
1 cities · 205,390 people
Largest: Gorontalo
West Papua
3 cities · 173,287 people
Largest: Manokwari
West Sulawesi
3 cities · 154,683 people
Largest: Majene
South Papua
3 cities · 149,127 people
Largest: Merauke
Highland Papua
6 cities · 119,509 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 285,721,236 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 150 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 4 time zones: Asia/Jakarta, Asia/Pontianak, Asia/Makassar, Asia/Jayapura.
- 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.