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Iraq sits within Mesopotamia, the "land between two rivers" (the Tigris and Euphrates), often called the cradle of civilization for its early cities, writing, and law codes.
Iraq
Republic of Iraq
Population, GDP, and key facts about Iraq — updated for 2026.
Capital · BAGHDADContinent · ASIAISO · IRQ
Iraq quick facts
- Population
- 46,042,015
- Area
- 435,050 km²
- Population density
- 104 people/km²
- GDP
- US$ 279.6 Billion
- GDP per capita
- US$ 6.1K
- Capital
- Baghdad
- Currency
- Iraqi dinar (ع.د, IQD)
- Languages
- Arabic, Aramaic, Sorani
Iraq at human scale
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What is the capital of Iraq?
The capital of Iraq is Baghdad.
What is Iraq's population?
Iraq has a population of 46,042,015.
What is Iraq's GDP per capita?
Iraq's GDP per capita is US$ 6.1K.
What is the currency of Iraq?
The currency of Iraq is the Iraqi dinar (IQD).
Is Iraq bigger than Yemen, Rep.?
Yemen, Rep. is about 1.2× the size of Iraq by land area.
Data from the World Bank, updated September 2026.