Population: 55 million
Kenya has a population of 55 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $113 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Kenya is $113 billion ($2,050 per capita).
Capital: Nairobi
The capital city of Kenya is Nairobi. Currency: Kenyan Shilling (KES).
Languages: English, Swahili
Official/main languages: English, Swahili. Area: 580,367 km². Continent: Africa.
Kenya Overview
Kenya (🇰🇪) is located in Africa with a total area of 580,367 km². The country has a population of 55 million and its capital is Nairobi.
Economy
- GDP: $113 billion
- GDP per capita: $2,050
- Currency: Kenyan Shilling (KES)
Key Facts
- Capital: Nairobi
- Languages: English, Swahili
- Area: 580,367 km²
- Continent: Africa
How to read this Kenya profile
Use the population of 55 million together with the area of 580,367 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $113 billion and GDP per capita of $2,050 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Scope and freshness of the Kenya profile
The profile brings together rounded demographic and economic reference values for Kenya, its capital Nairobi, and its place in Africa. Indicators can come from different reporting years, so changes in population, prices or exchange rates may not appear at the same time. The values are useful for comparison and geographic exploration, not as a live official statistical release.
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Kenya data sources and update scope
This Kenya 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 Kenya?
The population of Kenya is approximately 55 million.
What is the GDP of Kenya?
The GDP of Kenya is approximately $113 billion, which translates to $2,050 per capita.
What is the capital of Kenya?
The capital of Kenya is Nairobi.