Real-time statistics of El Salvador

El Salvador sits in the Americas (subregion: Central America). Its capital city is San Salvador and the national territory covers 21,041 km², offering a variety of landscapes and climates.

The current population (2024) is estimated at 6,338,193 inhabitants, highlighting the demographic weight of the nation. Main languages include Spanish, a sign of its cultural diversity and the historical influence of different communities.

The nominal gross domestic product (2024) reaches 35,364,960,000 US dollars. The official currency is United States dollar (USD), used daily across both metropolitan areas and rural zones for commerce and services.

Economy and development

During the latest period with available data, real GDP grew by 2.60%, providing a view into the performance of productive sectors and development policies. Infrastructure and services in San Salvador act as a hub of innovation and connection with international markets.

Comparison with other countries

It shares borders with GTM HND, facilitating trade and cultural exchange with its neighbors.

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