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Serbia — Country Facts & Profile

Србија

Southeast Europe, Europe

Serbian

Serbia ranks #109 by population and #119 by land area worldwide. Officially known as Србија, this independent country sits in Southeast Europe and is home to 6,567,783 people. Belgrade serves as its capital. The official language is Serbian. The national currency is the Serbian dinar (дин. RSD).

Country Statistics

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Belgrade
Capital
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6,567,783
Population
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77,589 km²
Area (km²)
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29,957 mi²
Area (sq mi)
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85 / km²
Population Density
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дин. RSD
Currency
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+381
Dial Code
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.rs, .срб
TLD
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Europe
Continent

Safety Profile

Serbia has a safety index of 96 out of 100 based on crime and safety data. Higher scores indicate safer conditions.

Safety Index96 / 100

Higher score = safer. Based on crime index data.

Financial Profile

Serbia has a GDP per capita of $13,679, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.

GDP per Capita$13,679
GNI per Capita$11,610
Avg. Internet Speed172 Mbps

Physical Geography

Serbia is located in Southeast Europe at coordinates 44.00°N, 21.00°E. It shares borders with 8 countries. Total land area: 77,589 km² (29,957 mi²). Population density: 85 people per km². The highest point is Velika Rudoka at 2,658 m.

ContinentEurope
Coordinates44.00°N, 21.00°E
🏔️ Highest PointVelika Rudoka
2,658 m
🏞️ Longest RiverDanube
2,850 km
TimezonesUTC+01:00

Quality of Life

Key indicators for visiting or living in Serbia.

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172 Mbps
Avg Internet Speed
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96 / 100
Safety Index

Flora & Fauna

Serbia has 17 zoos and 4 botanical gardens.

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17
Zoos
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4
Botanical Gardens

Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Notable Infrastructure

Notable infrastructure highlights in Serbia, including Rajko Mitić Stadium with a capacity of 55,538 seats.

🏟️ Largest StadiumRajko Mitić Stadium
55,538 seats
🏥 Notable HospitalОпшта болница „Ужице”
710 beds

Heritage Sites

Serbia is home to 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site, reflecting its rich cultural and natural history.

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1

World Heritage Sites

Notable Cities of Serbia

Subdivisions

Frequently Asked Questions about Serbia

What is the capital of Serbia?
The capital of Serbia is Belgrade.
What is the population of Serbia?
Serbia has a population of approximately 6,567,783 people.
What continent is Serbia in?
Serbia is located in Europe, in the Southeast Europe subregion.
Where is Serbia located?
Serbia is located in Southeast Europe, Europe, at coordinates 44.0°N, 21.0°E.
What currency does Serbia use?
Serbia uses the Serbian dinar (дин. RSD).
What is the capital and currency of Serbia?
The capital of Serbia is Belgrade and the currency is the Serbian dinar (RSD).
What language is spoken in Serbia?
The official language of Serbia is Serbian.
What is the area of Serbia?
Serbia covers a total area of 77,589 km² (29,957 square miles).
How large is Serbia in square miles?
Serbia has a total area of approximately 29,957 square miles (77,589 km²).
What is the population density of Serbia?
Serbia has a population density of approximately 85 people per km².
Is Serbia an independent country?
Yes, Serbia is a fully independent and sovereign country.
How many countries does Serbia border?
Serbia shares land borders with 8 countries.
What is the GDP per capita of Serbia?
The GDP per capita of Serbia is approximately $13,679.
How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Serbia have?
Serbia has 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Is Serbia safe to visit?
Serbia is considered very safe, with a safety index of 96 out of 100 based on crime and safety data.
What countries border Serbia?
Serbia shares land borders with: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Romania.
What is the country calling code for Serbia?
The international calling code for Serbia is +381. To call Serbia from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +381 and the local number.
What time zone is Serbia in?
Serbia operates on the UTC+01:00 time zone.
What is the highest point in Serbia?
The highest point in Serbia is Velika Rudoka at 2,658 m (8,720 ft) above sea level.
What is the GNI per capita of Serbia?
The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Serbia is approximately $11,610 (World Bank data).
How fast is the internet in Serbia?
The average internet speed in Serbia is 172 Mbps, which is considered very fast by global standards.

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)

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