Population: 18 million
Chad has a population of 18 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $12.5 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Chad is $12.5 billion ($700 per capita).
Capital: N'Djamena
The capital city of Chad is N'Djamena. Currency: Central African CFA Franc (XAF).
Languages: French, Arabic
Official/main languages: French, Arabic. Area: 1,284,000 km². Continent: Africa.
Chad Overview
Chad (🇹🇩) is located in Africa with a total area of 1,284,000 km². The country has a population of 18 million and its capital is N'Djamena.
Economy
- GDP: $12.5 billion
- GDP per capita: $700
- Currency: Central African CFA Franc (XAF)
Key Facts
- Capital: N'Djamena
- Languages: French, Arabic
- Area: 1,284,000 km²
- Continent: Africa
How to read this Chad profile
Use the population of 18 million together with the area of 1,284,000 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $12.5 billion and GDP per capita of $700 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Chad data sources and update scope
This Chad 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 Chad?
The population of Chad is approximately 18 million.
What is the GDP of Chad?
The GDP of Chad is approximately $12.5 billion, which translates to $700 per capita.
What is the capital of Chad?
The capital of Chad is N'Djamena.