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Jordan

الأردن

Western Asia, Asia

Arabic

Jordan (الأردن) is a country in Western Asia, Asia. With a population of 11,734,000 and an area of 89,342 km², the capital city is Amman. The official language is Arabic. The national currency is the Jordanian dinar (د.ا JOD).

Quick Facts

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Amman
Capital
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11,734,000
Population
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89,342 km²
Area
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د.ا JOD
Currency
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+962
Dial Code
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.jo, الاردن.
TLD

Economy

Jordan has a GDP per capita of $4,618, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.

GDP per Capita$4,618
GNI per Capita$4,430

Geography

Jordan is located in Western Asia at coordinates 31.00°N, 36.00°E. It shares borders with 5 countries. The highest point is Jabal Umm ad Dami at 1,854 m.

ContinentAsia
Coordinates31.00°N, 36.00°E
🏔️ Highest PointJabal Umm ad Dami
1,854 m
🏞️ Longest RiverJordan River
252 km
TimezonesUTC+03:00

Infrastructure

Notable infrastructure highlights in Jordan, including Amman International Stadium with a capacity of 25,000 seats.

🏟️ Largest StadiumAmman International Stadium
25,000 seats

Frequently Asked Questions about Jordan

What is the capital of Jordan?
The capital of Jordan is Amman.
What is the population of Jordan?
Jordan has a population of approximately 11,734,000 people.
What currency does Jordan use?
Jordan uses the Jordanian dinar (د.ا JOD).
What language is spoken in Jordan?
The official language of Jordan is Arabic.
What is the area of Jordan?
Jordan covers a total area of 89,342 km².
What is the GDP per capita of Jordan?
The GDP per capita of Jordan is approximately $4,618.

Data sources: Basic country data — restcountries.com (CC BY 4.0) · Geography, speed limits, stadiums — Wikidata (CC0) · Zoos, botanical gardens, hospitals — OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · GNI per capita — World Bank (CC BY 4.0) · UNESCO World Heritage — UNESCO WHC · Climate — Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)