Venezuela — Country Facts & Profile
South America, Americas
Venezuela is a country in South America, South America. With a population of 28,517,000 and an area of 916,445 km², the capital city is Caracas. It is among the 100 most populous countries globally and #34 by land area. The official language is Spanish. The national currency is the Venezuelan bolívar soberano (Bs.S. VES).
Quick Facts
Economy
Venezuela has a GDP per capita of $4,218, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Geography
Venezuela is located in South America at coordinates 8.00°N, 66.00°W. It shares borders with 3 countries. Total land area: 916,445 km² (353,841 mi²). Population density: 31 people per km². The highest point is Pico Bolívar at 4,978 m.
Travel & Living
Key indicators for visiting or living in Venezuela. Average temperature in Caracas: 28.2°C (83°F).
Nature & Wildlife
Venezuela has 18 zoos and 5 botanical gardens.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Infrastructure
Notable infrastructure highlights in Venezuela, including Polideportivo Cachamay with a capacity of 45,600 seats.
45,600 seats
65 beds
Cities in Venezuela
States & Regions
Zulia
23 cities · 3,534,667 people
Largest: Maracaibo
Distrito Federal
1 cities · 3,000,000 people
Largest: Caracas
Miranda
23 cities · 2,893,986 people
Largest: Petare
Carabobo
11 cities · 2,493,712 people
Largest: Valencia
Anzoátegui
15 cities · 1,948,189 people
Largest: Barcelona
Lara
8 cities · 1,767,347 people
Largest: Barquisimeto
Bolívar
10 cities · 1,752,770 people
Largest: Ciudad Guayana
Aragua
9 cities · 1,525,791 people
Largest: Maracay
Táchira
15 cities · 1,044,287 people
Largest: San Cristóbal
Barinas
10 cities · 998,298 people
Largest: Barinas
Monagas
7 cities · 844,055 people
Largest: Maturín
Mérida
14 cities · 823,420 people
Largest: Mérida
Sucre
11 cities · 762,099 people
Largest: Cumaná
Falcón
15 cities · 756,459 people
Largest: Coro
Guárico
9 cities · 737,773 people
Largest: Calabozo
Portuguesa
9 cities · 687,628 people
Largest: Acarigua
Yaracuy
11 cities · 645,138 people
Largest: San Felipe
Trujillo
9 cities · 578,241 people
Largest: Valera
Nueva Esparta
9 cities · 527,449 people
Largest: Porlamar
Apure
5 cities · 443,464 people
Largest: San Fernando de Apure
Cojedes
6 cities · 323,936 people
Largest: San Carlos
Vargas
4 cities · 222,469 people
Largest: Catia La Mar
Amazonas
2 cities · 137,769 people
Largest: Puerto Ayacucho
Delta Amacuro
1 cities · 99,778 people
Largest: Tucupita
Frequently Asked Questions about Venezuela
- What is the capital of Venezuela?
- The capital of Venezuela is Caracas.
- What is the population of Venezuela?
- Venezuela has a population of approximately 28,517,000 people.
- What continent is Venezuela in?
- Venezuela is located in South America, in the South America subregion.
- Where is Venezuela located?
- Venezuela is located in South America, South America, at coordinates 8.0°N, 66.0°W.
- What currency does Venezuela use?
- Venezuela uses the Venezuelan bolívar soberano (Bs.S. VES).
- What is the capital and currency of Venezuela?
- The capital of Venezuela is Caracas and the currency is the Venezuelan bolívar soberano (VES).
- What language is spoken in Venezuela?
- The official language of Venezuela is Spanish.
- What is the area of Venezuela?
- Venezuela covers a total area of 916,445 km² (353,841 square miles).
- How large is Venezuela in square miles?
- Venezuela has a total area of approximately 353,841 square miles (916,445 km²).
- What is the population density of Venezuela?
- Venezuela has a population density of approximately 31 people per km².
- Is Venezuela an independent country?
- Yes, Venezuela is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Venezuela border?
- Venezuela shares land borders with 3 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Venezuela?
- The GDP per capita of Venezuela is approximately $4,218.
- What is the average temperature in Caracas?
- The average annual temperature in Caracas, the capital of Venezuela, is approximately 28.2°C (83°F).
- What countries border Venezuela?
- Venezuela shares land borders with: Brazil, Colombia, Guyana.
- What is the country calling code for Venezuela?
- The international calling code for Venezuela is +58. To call Venezuela from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +58 and the local number.
- What time zone is Venezuela in?
- Venezuela operates on the UTC-04:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Venezuela?
- The highest point in Venezuela is Pico Bolívar at 4,978 m (16,332 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Venezuela?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Venezuela is approximately $3,820 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Venezuela?
- The average internet speed in Venezuela is 21 Mbps, which is considered moderate by global standards.