Guyana (officially Co-operative Republic of Guyana) is an independent country located in South America, Americas. With a population of 772,975 people, it ranks #166 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 214,969 km² (#86 globally), with a population density of 4 people per km². The capital city is Georgetown. The official language is English.
Key Facts
Population
772,975
#166 world ranking
Area
214,969 km²
#86 world ranking
Population Density
4/km²
Capital
Georgetown
Driving Side
Left
Timezones
1
UTC-04:00
Continent
South America
Bordering Countries
3
neighboring countries
Calling Code
+592
Languages
- English— see all countries
Currency
- Guyanese dollar ($)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (3)
Countries bordering Guyana →
Brazil
Suriname
VenezuelaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Guyana?
The capital of Guyana is Georgetown.
What is the population of Guyana?
Guyana has a population of 772,975 people, ranking #166 in the world by population.
How big is Guyana?
Guyana covers an area of 214,969 km², ranking #86 in the world by area. The population density is 4 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Guyana?
The official languages of Guyana are: English.
What is the currency of Guyana?
The currency of Guyana is Guyanese dollar ($).
What countries border Guyana?
Guyana shares borders with 3 countries: Brazil, Suriname, Venezuela.