Paraguay — Country Facts & Profile
Paraguái
South America, Americas
The Paraguayan guaraní (PYG) is the official currency of Paraguay, a country of 6,109,644 people in South America. With 406,752 km² of territory and Asunción as its capital, it sits within the wider South America region. The official languages are Guaraní and Spanish.
Country Profile
Wealth & Economy
Paraguay has a GDP per capita of $6,416, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Stadiums & Hospitals
Notable infrastructure highlights in Paraguay, including Estadio Defensores del Chaco with a capacity of 42,354 seats.
42,354 seats
Geographic Overview
Paraguay is located in South America at coordinates 23.00°S, 58.00°W. It shares borders with 3 countries. Total land area: 406,752 km² (157,048 mi²). Population density: 15 people per km². The highest point is Cerro Tres Kandú at 842 m.
Cost of Living & Climate
Key indicators for visiting or living in Paraguay. Average temperature in Asunción: 25.9°C (79°F).
Nature Reserves
Paraguay has 6 zoos.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Crime Index
Paraguay has a safety index of 80 out of 100 based on crime and safety data. Higher scores indicate safer conditions.
Higher score = safer. Based on crime index data.
Top Cities of Paraguay
Internal Divisions
Asuncion
1 cities · 1,482,200 people
Largest: Asunción
Central Department
14 cities · 1,169,016 people
Largest: San Lorenzo
Alto Paraná Department
4 cities · 375,411 people
Largest: Ciudad del Este
Caaguazú Department
5 cities · 129,854 people
Largest: Caaguazú
Itapúa
5 cities · 97,894 people
Largest: Encarnación
Concepción
4 cities · 95,276 people
Largest: Concepción
Cordillera Department
5 cities · 91,317 people
Largest: Caacupé
Amambay Department
3 cities · 89,876 people
Largest: Pedro Juan Caballero
Presidente Hayes
3 cities · 70,555 people
Largest: Villa Hayes
Boquerón Department
3 cities · 42,002 people
Largest: Filadelfia
Guairá
1 cities · 41,157 people
Largest: Villarrica
Misiones Department
3 cities · 35,911 people
Largest: San Juan Bautista
Ñeembucú Department
1 cities · 32,810 people
Largest: Pilar
Caazapá
2 cities · 31,889 people
Largest: Caazapá
Canindeyú
3 cities · 31,197 people
Largest: Nueva Esperanza
Paraguarí
4 cities · 28,181 people
Largest: Paraguarí
San Pedro Department
3 cities · 27,038 people
Largest: San Pedro de Ycuamandyyú
Alto Paraguay
1 cities · 2,475 people
Largest: Fuerte Olimpo
Frequently Asked Questions about Paraguay
- What is the capital of Paraguay?
- The capital of Paraguay is Asunción.
- What is the population of Paraguay?
- Paraguay has a population of approximately 6,109,644 people.
- What continent is Paraguay in?
- Paraguay is located in South America, in the South America subregion.
- Where is Paraguay located?
- Paraguay is located in South America, South America, at coordinates 23.0°S, 58.0°W.
- What currency does Paraguay use?
- Paraguay uses the Paraguayan guaraní (₲ PYG).
- What is the capital and currency of Paraguay?
- The capital of Paraguay is Asunción and the currency is the Paraguayan guaraní (PYG).
- What languages are spoken in Paraguay?
- The official languages of Paraguay are Guaraní, Spanish.
- What is the area of Paraguay?
- Paraguay covers a total area of 406,752 km² (157,048 square miles).
- How large is Paraguay in square miles?
- Paraguay has a total area of approximately 157,048 square miles (406,752 km²).
- What is the population density of Paraguay?
- Paraguay has a population density of approximately 15 people per km².
- Is Paraguay an independent country?
- Yes, Paraguay is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Paraguay border?
- Paraguay shares land borders with 3 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Paraguay?
- The GDP per capita of Paraguay is approximately $6,416.
- Is Paraguay safe to visit?
- Paraguay is considered very safe, with a safety index of 80 out of 100 based on crime and safety data.
- What is the average temperature in Asunción?
- The average annual temperature in Asunción, the capital of Paraguay, is approximately 25.9°C (79°F).
- What countries border Paraguay?
- Paraguay shares land borders with: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil.
- What is the country calling code for Paraguay?
- The international calling code for Paraguay is +595. To call Paraguay from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +595 and the local number.
- What time zone is Paraguay in?
- Paraguay operates on the UTC-04:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Paraguay?
- The highest point in Paraguay is Cerro Tres Kandú at 842 m (2,762 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Paraguay?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Paraguay is approximately $6,300 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Paraguay?
- The average internet speed in Paraguay is 52 Mbps, which is considered fast by global standards.