Somalia — Country Facts & Profile
الصومال
Eastern Africa, Africa
The Somali shilling (SOS) is the official currency of Somalia, a country of 19,655,000 people in Eastern Africa. With 637,657 km² of territory and Mogadishu as its capital, it sits within the wider Africa region. The official languages are Arabic and Somali. It is among the 100 most populous countries globally and #43 by land area.
Country Profile
Wealth & Economy
Somalia has a GDP per capita of $630, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Stadiums & Hospitals
Notable infrastructure highlights in Somalia, including Horseed Stadium with a capacity of 35,000 seats.
35,000 seats
Geographic Overview
Somalia is located in Eastern Africa at coordinates 10.00°N, 49.00°E. It shares borders with 3 countries. Total land area: 637,657 km² (246,201 mi²). Population density: 31 people per km². The highest point is Shimbiris at 2,460 m.
Cost of Living & Climate
Key indicators for visiting or living in Somalia.
Top Cities of Somalia
Internal Divisions
Banaadir
1 cities · 2,587,183 people
Largest: Mogadishu
Woqooyi Galbeed
5 cities · 826,787 people
Largest: Hargeysa
Awdal
4 cities · 785,144 people
Largest: Borama
Lower Shabeelle
4 cities · 369,303 people
Largest: Marka
Lower Juba
3 cities · 356,122 people
Largest: Kismayo
Bari
8 cities · 337,259 people
Largest: El Dibir
Galguduud
6 cities · 268,593 people
Largest: Cabudwaaq
Gedo
5 cities · 188,712 people
Largest: Beled Hawo
Bay
3 cities · 177,631 people
Largest: Baidoa
Togdheer
3 cities · 116,134 people
Largest: Burao
Mudug
3 cities · 99,764 people
Largest: Gaalkacyo
Hiiraan
3 cities · 82,081 people
Largest: Beledweyne
Nugaal
2 cities · 76,204 people
Largest: Garoowe
Sool
2 cities · 72,290 people
Largest: Laascaanood
Middle Shabele
3 cities · 60,744 people
Largest: Jawhar
Middle Juba
2 cities · 51,587 people
Largest: Jilib
Sanaag
3 cities · 50,794 people
Largest: Ceerigaabo
Bakool
3 cities · 27,595 people
Largest: Xuddur
Frequently Asked Questions about Somalia
- What is the capital of Somalia?
- The capital of Somalia is Mogadishu.
- What is the population of Somalia?
- Somalia has a population of approximately 19,655,000 people.
- What continent is Somalia in?
- Somalia is located in Africa, in the Eastern Africa subregion.
- Where is Somalia located?
- Somalia is located in Eastern Africa, Africa, at coordinates 10.0°N, 49.0°E.
- What currency does Somalia use?
- Somalia uses the Somali shilling (Sh SOS).
- What is the capital and currency of Somalia?
- The capital of Somalia is Mogadishu and the currency is the Somali shilling (SOS).
- What languages are spoken in Somalia?
- The official languages of Somalia are Arabic, Somali.
- What is the area of Somalia?
- Somalia covers a total area of 637,657 km² (246,201 square miles).
- How large is Somalia in square miles?
- Somalia has a total area of approximately 246,201 square miles (637,657 km²).
- What is the population density of Somalia?
- Somalia has a population density of approximately 31 people per km².
- Is Somalia an independent country?
- Yes, Somalia is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Somalia border?
- Somalia shares land borders with 3 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Somalia?
- The GDP per capita of Somalia is approximately $630.
- What countries border Somalia?
- Somalia shares land borders with: Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya.
- What is the country calling code for Somalia?
- The international calling code for Somalia is +252. To call Somalia from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +252 and the local number.
- What time zone is Somalia in?
- Somalia operates on the UTC+03:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Somalia?
- The highest point in Somalia is Shimbiris at 2,460 m (8,071 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Somalia?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Somalia is approximately $620 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Somalia?
- The average internet speed in Somalia is 8 Mbps, which is considered below average by global standards.