Central African Republic
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Bangui
5,513,282
622,984 km²
Central African CFA franc
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Central African Republic is located in Middle Africa. Its capital is Bangui, and it has a population of 5,513,282 people (reference year: 2025). The country covers an area of 622,984 square kilometers (approximately 240,535 square miles). Its currency is Central African CFA franc. The population density is approximately 9 people per square kilometer. Central African Republic shares land borders with 6 countries: Cameroon, Chad, Congo, DR Congo, South Sudan and Sudan.
About Central African Republic
French, Sango
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Africa/Bangui
Central African Republic at a glance
Africa
9 / km²
622,984 km²
Approximately 240,535 mi² (square miles)
Bangui
Economy of Central African Republic
Latest available economic indicators from the World Bank.
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Source: World Bank Open Data
Demographic indicators
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Source: World Bank Open Data
How this country has changed over time
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Source: World Bank Open Data
Population and society indicators
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Source: World Bank Open Data
Health and education indicators
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per 1,000 live births
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of GDP
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of GDP
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Source: World Bank Open Data
Environment and energy indicators
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tonnes CO₂ per person
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of land area
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of total final energy consumption
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of population
Source: World Bank Open Data
Consumer goods and services price level
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This index supports comparisons between countries. It is not a monthly cost in euros or dollars and does not provide individual rent or product prices.
Source: World Bank Open Data
Price levels by category
Comparison with the EU-27 average (EU = 100).
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A value of 120 means prices are 20% above the EU average. These are comparative indices, not amounts in euros.
Source: Eurostat
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Frequently asked questions about Central African Republic
What is the capital of Central African Republic?
The capital of Central African Republic is Bangui.
What is the population of Central African Republic?
Central African Republic has 5,513,282 inhabitants (reference year: 2025).
What is the area of Central African Republic in square kilometers and square miles?
Central African Republic has a total area of 622,984 square kilometers (km²), equivalent to approximately 240,535 square miles (sq mi).
What currency is used in Central African Republic?
The currency of Central African Republic is Central African CFA franc.