Jordan (officially Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan) is an independent country located in Western Asia, Asia. With a population of 11,734,000 people, it ranks #84 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 89,342 km² (#113 globally), with a population density of 131 people per km². The capital city is Amman. The official language is Arabic.
Key Facts
Population
11,734,000
#84 world ranking
Area
89,342 km²
#113 world ranking
Population Density
131/km²
Capital
Amman
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC+03:00
Continent
Asia
Bordering Countries
5
neighboring countries
Calling Code
+962
Languages
- Arabic— see all countries
Currency
- Jordanian dinar (د.ا)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (5)
Countries bordering Jordan →
Palestine
Israel
Syria
Saudi Arabia
IraqCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Jordan?
The capital of Jordan is Amman.
What is the population of Jordan?
Jordan has a population of 11,734,000 people, ranking #84 in the world by population.
How big is Jordan?
Jordan covers an area of 89,342 km², ranking #113 in the world by area. The population density is 131 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Jordan?
The official languages of Jordan are: Arabic.
What is the currency of Jordan?
The currency of Jordan is Jordanian dinar (د.ا).
What countries border Jordan?
Jordan shares borders with 5 countries: Palestine, Israel, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Iraq.