Population: 2.3 million
Lesotho has a population of 2.3 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $2.5 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Lesotho is $2.5 billion ($1,100 per capita).
Capital: Maseru
The capital city of Lesotho is Maseru. Currency: Lesotho Loti (LSL).
Languages: Sesotho, English
Official/main languages: Sesotho, English. Area: 30,355 km². Continent: Africa.
Lesotho Overview
Lesotho (🇱🇸) is located in Africa with a total area of 30,355 km². The country has a population of 2.3 million and its capital is Maseru.
Economy
- GDP: $2.5 billion
- GDP per capita: $1,100
- Currency: Lesotho Loti (LSL)
Key Facts
- Capital: Maseru
- Languages: Sesotho, English
- Area: 30,355 km²
- Continent: Africa
How to read this Lesotho profile
Use the population of 2.3 million together with the area of 30,355 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $2.5 billion and GDP per capita of $1,100 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Lesotho data sources and update scope
This Lesotho 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 Lesotho?
The population of Lesotho is approximately 2.3 million.
What is the GDP of Lesotho?
The GDP of Lesotho is approximately $2.5 billion, which translates to $1,100 per capita.
What is the capital of Lesotho?
The capital of Lesotho is Maseru.