The flag of Liberia is composed of eleven equal horizontal bands of red alternating with white. A blue square bearing a five-pointed white star is superimposed in the canton.

Liberia

Republic of Liberia

AfricaWestern AfricaIndependentUN Member

Liberia (officially Republic of Liberia) is an independent country located in Western Africa, Africa. With a population of 5,248,621 people, it ranks #126 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 111,369 km² (#105 globally), with a population density of 47 people per km². The capital city is Monrovia. The official language is English.

Key Facts

Population

5,248,621

#126 world ranking

Area

111,369 km²

#105 world ranking

Population Density

47/km²

Capital

Monrovia

Driving Side

Right

Timezones

1

UTC

Continent

Africa

Bordering Countries

3

neighboring countries

Calling Code

+231

Languages

Currency

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Liberia?
The capital of Liberia is Monrovia.
What is the population of Liberia?
Liberia has a population of 5,248,621 people, ranking #126 in the world by population.
How big is Liberia?
Liberia covers an area of 111,369 km², ranking #105 in the world by area. The population density is 47 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Liberia?
The official languages of Liberia are: English.
What is the currency of Liberia?
The currency of Liberia is Liberian dollar ($).
What countries border Liberia?
Liberia shares borders with 3 countries: Ivory Coast, Guinea, Sierra Leone.

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