Tajikistan — Country Facts & Profile
Таджикистан
Central Asia, Asia
Tajikistan ranks #91 by population and #97 by land area worldwide. Officially known as Таджикистан, this independent country sits in Central Asia and is home to 10,499,000 people. Dushanbe serves as its capital. The official languages are Russian and Tajik. The national currency is the Tajikistani somoni (ЅМ TJS).
Country Statistics
Financial Profile
Tajikistan has a GDP per capita of $1,341, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Physical Geography
Tajikistan is located in Central Asia at coordinates 39.00°N, 71.00°E. It shares borders with 4 countries. Total land area: 143,100 km² (55,251 mi²). Population density: 73 people per km². The highest point is Ismoil Somoni Peak at 7,495 m.
Quality of Life
Key indicators for visiting or living in Tajikistan.
Flora & Fauna
Tajikistan has 6 zoos and 2 botanical gardens.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Notable Infrastructure
Notable infrastructure highlights in Tajikistan, including 20 Years of Independence Stadium with a capacity of 25,000 seats.
25,000 seats
Notable Cities of Tajikistan
Subdivisions
Frequently Asked Questions about Tajikistan
- What is the capital of Tajikistan?
- The capital of Tajikistan is Dushanbe.
- What is the population of Tajikistan?
- Tajikistan has a population of approximately 10,499,000 people.
- What continent is Tajikistan in?
- Tajikistan is located in Asia, in the Central Asia subregion.
- Where is Tajikistan located?
- Tajikistan is located in Central Asia, Asia, at coordinates 39.0°N, 71.0°E.
- What currency does Tajikistan use?
- Tajikistan uses the Tajikistani somoni (ЅМ TJS).
- What is the capital and currency of Tajikistan?
- The capital of Tajikistan is Dushanbe and the currency is the Tajikistani somoni (TJS).
- What languages are spoken in Tajikistan?
- The official languages of Tajikistan are Russian, Tajik.
- What is the area of Tajikistan?
- Tajikistan covers a total area of 143,100 km² (55,251 square miles).
- How large is Tajikistan in square miles?
- Tajikistan has a total area of approximately 55,251 square miles (143,100 km²).
- What is the population density of Tajikistan?
- Tajikistan has a population density of approximately 73 people per km².
- Is Tajikistan an independent country?
- Yes, Tajikistan is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Tajikistan border?
- Tajikistan shares land borders with 4 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Tajikistan?
- The GDP per capita of Tajikistan is approximately $1,341.
- What countries border Tajikistan?
- Tajikistan shares land borders with: Afghanistan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan.
- What is the country calling code for Tajikistan?
- The international calling code for Tajikistan is +992. To call Tajikistan from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +992 and the local number.
- What time zone is Tajikistan in?
- Tajikistan operates on the UTC+05:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Tajikistan?
- The highest point in Tajikistan is Ismoil Somoni Peak at 7,495 m (24,590 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Tajikistan?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Tajikistan is approximately $1,650 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Tajikistan?
- The average internet speed in Tajikistan is 18 Mbps, which is considered below average by global standards.