Population: 2.1 million
Guinea-Bissau has a population of 2.1 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $1.9 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Guinea-Bissau is $1.9 billion ($900 per capita).
Capital: Bissau
The capital city of Guinea-Bissau is Bissau. Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF).
Languages: Portuguese
Official/main languages: Portuguese. Area: 36,125 km². Continent: Africa.
Guinea-Bissau Overview
Guinea-Bissau (🇬🇼) is located in Africa with a total area of 36,125 km². The country has a population of 2.1 million and its capital is Bissau.
Economy
- GDP: $1.9 billion
- GDP per capita: $900
- Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF)
Key Facts
- Capital: Bissau
- Languages: Portuguese
- Area: 36,125 km²
- Continent: Africa
How to read this Guinea-Bissau profile
Use the population of 2.1 million together with the area of 36,125 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $1.9 billion and GDP per capita of $900 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Guinea-Bissau data sources and update scope
This Guinea-Bissau 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 Guinea-Bissau?
The population of Guinea-Bissau is approximately 2.1 million.
What is the GDP of Guinea-Bissau?
The GDP of Guinea-Bissau is approximately $1.9 billion, which translates to $900 per capita.
What is the capital of Guinea-Bissau?
The capital of Guinea-Bissau is Bissau.