Population: 5.5 million
Central African Republic has a population of 5.5 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $2.6 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Central African Republic is $2.6 billion ($470 per capita).
Capital: Bangui
The capital city of Central African Republic is Bangui. Currency: Central African CFA Franc (XAF).
Languages: French, Sango
Official/main languages: French, Sango. Area: 622,984 km². Continent: Africa.
Central African Republic Overview
Central African Republic (🇨🇫) is located in Africa with a total area of 622,984 km². The country has a population of 5.5 million and its capital is Bangui.
Economy
- GDP: $2.6 billion
- GDP per capita: $470
- Currency: Central African CFA Franc (XAF)
Key Facts
- Capital: Bangui
- Languages: French, Sango
- Area: 622,984 km²
- Continent: Africa
How to read this Central African Republic profile
Use the population of 5.5 million together with the area of 622,984 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $2.6 billion and GDP per capita of $470 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Central African Republic data sources and update scope
This Central African Republic profile is a curated reference snapshot assembled from public demographic and economic datasets. Reporting years can differ between indicators; verify time-sensitive decisions with the country's official statistics agency. PocketWorld's linked map layers update independently from these profile values.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Central African Republic?
The population of Central African Republic is approximately 5.5 million.
What is the GDP of Central African Republic?
The GDP of Central African Republic is approximately $2.6 billion, which translates to $470 per capita.
What is the capital of Central African Republic?
The capital of Central African Republic is Bangui.