Population: 20 million
Zambia has a population of 20 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $29 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Zambia is $29 billion ($1,450 per capita).
Capital: Lusaka
The capital city of Zambia is Lusaka. Currency: Zambian Kwacha (ZMW).
Languages: English
Official/main languages: English. Area: 752,618 km². Continent: Africa.
Zambia Overview
Zambia (🇿🇲) is located in Africa with a total area of 752,618 km². The country has a population of 20 million and its capital is Lusaka.
Economy
- GDP: $29 billion
- GDP per capita: $1,450
- Currency: Zambian Kwacha (ZMW)
Key Facts
- Capital: Lusaka
- Languages: English
- Area: 752,618 km²
- Continent: Africa
How to read this Zambia profile
Use the population of 20 million together with the area of 752,618 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $29 billion and GDP per capita of $1,450 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Zambia data sources and update scope
This Zambia 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 Zambia?
The population of Zambia is approximately 20 million.
What is the GDP of Zambia?
The GDP of Zambia is approximately $29 billion, which translates to $1,450 per capita.
What is the capital of Zambia?
The capital of Zambia is Lusaka.