Population: 6.9 million
Nicaragua has a population of 6.9 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $17 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Nicaragua is $17 billion ($2,500 per capita).
Capital: Managua
The capital city of Nicaragua is Managua. Currency: Nicaraguan Cordoba (NIO).
Languages: Spanish
Official/main languages: Spanish. Area: 130,373 km². Continent: North America.
Nicaragua Overview
Nicaragua (🇳🇮) is located in North America with a total area of 130,373 km². The country has a population of 6.9 million and its capital is Managua.
Economy
- GDP: $17 billion
- GDP per capita: $2,500
- Currency: Nicaraguan Cordoba (NIO)
Key Facts
- Capital: Managua
- Languages: Spanish
- Area: 130,373 km²
- Continent: North America
How to read this Nicaragua profile
Use the population of 6.9 million together with the area of 130,373 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $17 billion and GDP per capita of $2,500 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Recent earthquakes in Nicaragua
Live seismic activity from USGS and EMSC, last 7 days. Showing 3 most recent events.
Scope and freshness of the Nicaragua profile
The profile brings together rounded demographic and economic reference values for Nicaragua, its capital Managua, and its place in North America. 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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Nicaragua data sources and update scope
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Nicaragua?
The population of Nicaragua is approximately 6.9 million.
What is the GDP of Nicaragua?
The GDP of Nicaragua is approximately $17 billion, which translates to $2,500 per capita.
What is the capital of Nicaragua?
The capital of Nicaragua is Managua.