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AlbaniavsPortugal

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This comparison uses the latest available atlas values for each country; reporting years can differ by metric.

The biggest differences first

Population

Portugal is higher

Portugal records 10,694,681, about 4.50× the other value.

Surface area

Portugal is higher

Portugal records 92,230 km², about 3.21× the other value.

Nominal GDP

Portugal is higher

Portugal records $313.27 billion, about 11.6× the other value.

What stands out

Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.

Population

🇦🇱 Albania2,377,128
🇵🇹 Portugal10,694,681

Portugal’s population is 350% larger than that of Albania, a difference of 8,317,553.

Surface area

🇦🇱 Albania28,750 km²
🇵🇹 Portugal92,230 km²

Portugal’s surface area is 221% larger than that of Albania, a difference of 63,480 km².

Population density

🇦🇱 Albania82.7 /km²
🇵🇹 Portugal116 /km²

Portugal’s population density is 40% higher than that of Albania, a difference of 33.3 /km².

Nominal GDP

🇦🇱 Albania$27.05 billion · 2024
🇵🇹 Portugal$313.27 billion · 2024

Portugal’s nominal GDP is about 11.6× that of Albania, a difference of $286.22 billion.

GDP per capita

🇦🇱 Albania$11,378 · 2024
🇵🇹 Portugal$29,292 · 2024

Portugal’s GDP per capita is 157% higher than that of Albania, a difference of $17,914.

Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.

Full side-by-side comparison

Capital

Tirana

Lisbon

Population

2,377,128

10,694,681

Surface area

28,750 km²

92,230 km²

Population density

82.7 /km²

116 /km²

Nominal GDP

$27.05 billion · 2024

$313.27 billion · 2024

GDP per capita

$11,378 · 2024

$29,292 · 2024

Region

Europe

Europe

Subregion

Southern Europe

Southern Europe

Currency

Albanian lek · ALL · Lek

Euro · EUR · €

Nationality

Albanian

Portuguese

Phone code

+355

+351

Internet domain

.al

.pt

ISO codes

AL / ALB

PT / PRT

Time zone

Europe/Tirane

Atlantic/Azores, Atlantic/Madeira (+1 more)

Native name

Shqipëria

Portugal

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About Albania

Albania, a hidden gem on the Balkan Peninsula, beckons travelers with its dramatic coastlines, rugged mountains, and warm Mediterranean spirit. From ancient ruins to vibrant cities, this compact nation packs a wealth of experiences into a surprisingly small footprint.

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About Portugal

Portugal, a sun‑kissed corner of southwestern Europe, blends medieval charm with vibrant modern life, offering a journey through history, culture, and pristine landscapes.

Full Portugal profile →

Albania & Portugal: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Albania?

The capital of Albania is Tirana.

What is the population of Albania?

Albania has a recorded population of approximately 2,377,128 people.

How big is Albania?

Albania covers an area of about 28,750 km².

What is the population density of Albania?

Albania has a population density of roughly 82.7 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Albania?

Albania has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $27.05 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Albania?

Albania has a GDP per capita of approximately $11,378.

What currency is used in Albania?

Albania uses the Albanian lek (ALL), with the symbol Lek.

Where is Albania located?

Albania is located in Southern Europe, Europe.

What is the native name of Albania?

The native name of Albania is Shqipëria.

What are people from Albania called?

People from Albania are referred to as Albanian .

What is the phone calling code for Albania?

The international dialing code for Albania is +355.

What is the internet domain for Albania?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Albania is .al.

What time zone is Albania in?

Albania uses the Europe/Tirane time zone.

What is Albania known for?

Albania, a hidden gem on the Balkan Peninsula, beckons travelers with its dramatic coastlines, rugged mountains, and warm Mediterranean spirit. From ancient ruins to vibrant cities, this compact nation packs a wealth of experiences into a surprisingly small footprint.

What is the capital of Portugal?

The capital of Portugal is Lisbon.

What is the population of Portugal?

Portugal has a recorded population of approximately 10,694,681 people.

How big is Portugal?

Portugal covers an area of about 92,230 km².

What is the population density of Portugal?

Portugal has a population density of roughly 116 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Portugal?

Portugal has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $313.27 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Portugal?

Portugal has a GDP per capita of approximately $29,292.

What currency is used in Portugal?

Portugal uses the Euro (EUR), with the symbol €.

Where is Portugal located?

Portugal is located in Southern Europe, Europe.

What are people from Portugal called?

People from Portugal are referred to as Portuguese.

What is the phone calling code for Portugal?

The international dialing code for Portugal is +351.

What is the internet domain for Portugal?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Portugal is .pt.

What time zone is Portugal in?

Portugal spans 3 time zones including Atlantic/Azores, Atlantic/Madeira, Europe/Lisbon.

What is Portugal known for?

Portugal, a sun‑kissed corner of southwestern Europe, blends medieval charm with vibrant modern life, offering a journey through history, culture, and pristine landscapes.