Libya — Country Facts & Profile
ليبيا
Northern Africa, Africa
Tripoli is the capital of Libya (ليبيا), a country in Africa with 7,459,000 inhabitants across 1,759,540 km². The national currency is the Libyan dinar (ل.د LYD). The official language is Arabic.
Essential Facts
Economic Data
Libya has a GDP per capita of $6,569, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Climate & Cost
Key indicators for visiting or living in Libya.
Land & Location
Libya is located in Northern Africa at coordinates 25.00°N, 17.00°E. It shares borders with 6 countries. Total land area: 1,759,540 km² (679,362 mi²). Population density: 4 people per km². The highest point is Bikku Bitti at 2,267 m.
Infrastructure Highlights
Notable infrastructure highlights in Libya, including Wadi Al Rabi Stadium with a capacity of 50,000 seats.
50,000 seats
Parks & Wildlife
Libya has 3 zoos and 1 botanical garden.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
UNESCO Sites
Libya is home to 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site, reflecting its rich cultural and natural history.
1
World Heritage Sites
Highway Limits
General road speed limits in Libya, 100 km/h on rural roads.
General speed limits. Local exceptions may apply. Source: Wikidata.
Cities Across Libya
Regional Breakdown
Tripoli
6 cities · 1,579,155 people
Largest: Tripoli
Banghazi
4 cities · 793,654 people
Largest: Benghazi
Az Zawiyah
6 cities · 645,104 people
Largest: Az Zāwīyah
Misratah
3 cities · 605,181 people
Largest: Misratah
Al Marqab
5 cities · 354,913 people
Largest: Al Khums
Al Jafarah
6 cities · 324,436 people
Largest: Janzūr
An Nuqat al Khams
5 cities · 312,171 people
Largest: Al Ajaylat
Sabha District
2 cities · 275,715 people
Largest: Sabha
Jabal al Gharbi
12 cities · 221,426 people
Largest: Gharyan
Al Jabal al Akhdar
9 cities · 214,861 people
Largest: Al Bayḑā’
Al Wahat
5 cities · 202,614 people
Largest: Ajdabiya
Al Butnan
4 cities · 166,235 people
Largest: Tobruk
Darnah
4 cities · 145,311 people
Largest: Darnah
Al Marj
5 cities · 142,753 people
Largest: Al Marj
Surt
2 cities · 122,214 people
Largest: Sirte
Al Kufrah
3 cities · 96,214 people
Largest: At Tāj
Murzuq District
5 cities · 73,140 people
Largest: Murzuk
Nalut
5 cities · 61,169 people
Largest: Nālūt
Wadi al Hayat
2 cities · 57,018 people
Largest: Ubari
Al Jufrah
4 cities · 56,688 people
Largest: Hūn
Wadi ash Shati'
5 cities · 41,205 people
Largest: Brak
Ghat
2 cities · 24,538 people
Largest: Ghat
Frequently Asked Questions about Libya
- What is the capital of Libya?
- The capital of Libya is Tripoli.
- What is the population of Libya?
- Libya has a population of approximately 7,459,000 people.
- What continent is Libya in?
- Libya is located in Africa, in the Northern Africa subregion.
- Where is Libya located?
- Libya is located in Northern Africa, Africa, at coordinates 25.0°N, 17.0°E.
- What currency does Libya use?
- Libya uses the Libyan dinar (ل.د LYD).
- What is the capital and currency of Libya?
- The capital of Libya is Tripoli and the currency is the Libyan dinar (LYD).
- What language is spoken in Libya?
- The official language of Libya is Arabic.
- What is the area of Libya?
- Libya covers a total area of 1,759,540 km² (679,362 square miles).
- How large is Libya in square miles?
- Libya has a total area of approximately 679,362 square miles (1,759,540 km²).
- What is the population density of Libya?
- Libya has a population density of approximately 4 people per km².
- Is Libya an independent country?
- Yes, Libya is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Libya border?
- Libya shares land borders with 6 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Libya?
- The GDP per capita of Libya is approximately $6,569.
- How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Libya have?
- Libya has 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- What countries border Libya?
- Libya shares land borders with: Algeria, Chad, Egypt, Niger, Sudan, Tunisia.
- What is the country calling code for Libya?
- The international calling code for Libya is +218. To call Libya from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +218 and the local number.
- What time zone is Libya in?
- Libya operates on the UTC+01:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Libya?
- The highest point in Libya is Bikku Bitti at 2,267 m (7,438 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Libya?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Libya is approximately $6,890 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Libya?
- The average internet speed in Libya is 25 Mbps, which is considered moderate by global standards.
- What are the speed limits in Libya?
- Speed limits in Libya: 100 km/h on rural roads. Local exceptions may apply.