Population: 3.6 million
Eritrea has a population of 3.6 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $2.3 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Eritrea is $2.3 billion ($640 per capita).
Capital: Asmara
The capital city of Eritrea is Asmara. Currency: Eritrean Nakfa (ERN).
Languages: Tigrinya, Arabic, English
Official/main languages: Tigrinya, Arabic, English. Area: 117,600 km². Continent: Africa.
Eritrea Overview
Eritrea (🇪🇷) is located in Africa with a total area of 117,600 km². The country has a population of 3.6 million and its capital is Asmara.
Economy
- GDP: $2.3 billion
- GDP per capita: $640
- Currency: Eritrean Nakfa (ERN)
Key Facts
- Capital: Asmara
- Languages: Tigrinya, Arabic, English
- Area: 117,600 km²
- Continent: Africa
How to read this Eritrea profile
Use the population of 3.6 million together with the area of 117,600 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $2.3 billion and GDP per capita of $640 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Eritrea data sources and update scope
This Eritrea 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 Eritrea?
The population of Eritrea is approximately 3.6 million.
What is the GDP of Eritrea?
The GDP of Eritrea is approximately $2.3 billion, which translates to $640 per capita.
What is the capital of Eritrea?
The capital of Eritrea is Asmara.