Saudi Arabia — Country Facts & Profile
العربية السعودية
Western Asia, Asia
Riyadh is the capital of Saudi Arabia (العربية السعودية), a country in Asia with 35,300,280 inhabitants across 2,149,690 km². The national currency is the Saudi riyal (ر.س SAR). The official language is Arabic. It ranks #42 in the world by population and #14 by land area.
Essential Facts
Economic Data
Saudi Arabia has a GDP per capita of $35,122, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Climate & Cost
Key indicators for visiting or living in Saudi Arabia.
Land & Location
Saudi Arabia is located in Western Asia at coordinates 25.00°N, 45.00°E. It shares borders with 7 countries. Total land area: 2,149,690 km² (830,000 mi²). Population density: 16 people per km². The highest point is Jabal Sawda at 3,133 m.
Infrastructure Highlights
Notable infrastructure highlights in Saudi Arabia, including Prince Mohammed bin Salman Stadium with a capacity of 46,979 seats.
46,979 seats
300 beds
Parks & Wildlife
Saudi Arabia has 12 zoos and 3 botanical gardens.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Cities Across Saudi Arabia
Regional Breakdown
Mecca Region
13 cities · 7,316,811 people
Largest: Jeddah
Riyadh Region
20 cities · 5,238,114 people
Largest: Riyadh
Eastern Province
35 cities · 3,570,476 people
Largest: Dammam
Medina Region
6 cities · 2,526,800 people
Largest: Madinah
Al-Qassim Region
17 cities · 1,258,516 people
Largest: Buraydah
'Asir Region
10 cities · 965,549 people
Largest: Khamis Mushait
Tabuk Region
5 cities · 787,089 people
Largest: Tabuk
Ha'il Region
3 cities · 653,868 people
Largest: Ha'il
Najran Region
5 cities · 557,189 people
Largest: Najrān
Jazan Region
14 cities · 373,494 people
Largest: Jizan
Al Jawf Region
5 cities · 305,418 people
Largest: Sakakah
Northern Borders Region
3 cities · 255,373 people
Largest: Arar
Al Bahah Region
5 cities · 172,160 people
Largest: Al Bahah
Frequently Asked Questions about Saudi Arabia
- What is the capital of Saudi Arabia?
- The capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh.
- What is the population of Saudi Arabia?
- Saudi Arabia has a population of approximately 35,300,280 people.
- What continent is Saudi Arabia in?
- Saudi Arabia is located in Asia, in the Western Asia subregion.
- Where is Saudi Arabia located?
- Saudi Arabia is located in Western Asia, Asia, at coordinates 25.0°N, 45.0°E.
- What currency does Saudi Arabia use?
- Saudi Arabia uses the Saudi riyal (ر.س SAR).
- What is the capital and currency of Saudi Arabia?
- The capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh and the currency is the Saudi riyal (SAR).
- What language is spoken in Saudi Arabia?
- The official language of Saudi Arabia is Arabic.
- What is the area of Saudi Arabia?
- Saudi Arabia covers a total area of 2,149,690 km² (830,000 square miles).
- How large is Saudi Arabia in square miles?
- Saudi Arabia has a total area of approximately 830,000 square miles (2,149,690 km²).
- What is the population density of Saudi Arabia?
- Saudi Arabia has a population density of approximately 16 people per km².
- Is Saudi Arabia an independent country?
- Yes, Saudi Arabia is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Saudi Arabia border?
- Saudi Arabia shares land borders with 7 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Saudi Arabia?
- The GDP per capita of Saudi Arabia is approximately $35,122.
- What countries border Saudi Arabia?
- Saudi Arabia shares land borders with: Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Yemen.
- What is the country calling code for Saudi Arabia?
- The international calling code for Saudi Arabia is +966. To call Saudi Arabia from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +966 and the local number.
- What time zone is Saudi Arabia in?
- Saudi Arabia operates on the UTC+03:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Saudi Arabia?
- The highest point in Saudi Arabia is Jabal Sawda at 3,133 m (10,279 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Saudi Arabia?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Saudi Arabia is approximately $35,630 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Saudi Arabia?
- The average internet speed in Saudi Arabia is 142 Mbps, which is considered very fast by global standards.