Dominican Republic (officially Dominican Republic) is an independent country located in Caribbean, Americas. With a population of 10,771,504 people, it ranks #88 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 48,671 km² (#133 globally), with a population density of 221 people per km². The capital city is Santo Domingo. The official language is Spanish.
Key Facts
Population
10,771,504
#88 world ranking
Area
48,671 km²
#133 world ranking
Population Density
221/km²
Capital
Santo Domingo
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC-04:00
Continent
North America
Bordering Countries
1
neighboring countries
Calling Code
+1
Languages
- Spanish— see all countries
Currency
- Dominican peso ($)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (1)
Countries bordering Dominican Republic →
HaitiCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Dominican Republic?
The capital of Dominican Republic is Santo Domingo.
What is the population of Dominican Republic?
Dominican Republic has a population of 10,771,504 people, ranking #88 in the world by population.
How big is Dominican Republic?
Dominican Republic covers an area of 48,671 km², ranking #133 in the world by area. The population density is 221 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Dominican Republic?
The official languages of Dominican Republic are: Spanish.
What is the currency of Dominican Republic?
The currency of Dominican Republic is Dominican peso ($).
What countries border Dominican Republic?
Dominican Republic shares borders with 1 countries: Haiti.