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BahrainvsIraq

See the biggest differences first, then scan the geographic, economic, and practical reference data.

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

The biggest differences first

Population

Iraq is higher

Iraq records 46,042,015, about 29.0× the other value.

Surface area

Iraq is higher

Iraq records 435,050 km², about 543.8× the other value.

Nominal GDP

Iraq is higher

Iraq records $279.64 billion, about 5.94× the other value.

What stands out

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

Population

🇧🇭 Bahrain1,588,670
🇮🇶 Iraq46,042,015

Iraq’s population is about 29.0× that of Bahrain, a difference of 44,453,345.

Surface area

🇧🇭 Bahrain800 km²
🇮🇶 Iraq435,050 km²

Iraq’s surface area is about 544× that of Bahrain, a difference of 434,250 km².

Population density

🇧🇭 Bahrain1,986 /km²
🇮🇶 Iraq106 /km²

Bahrain’s population density is about 18.8× that of Iraq, a difference of 1,880 /km².

Nominal GDP

🇧🇭 Bahrain$47.11 billion · 2024
🇮🇶 Iraq$279.64 billion · 2024

Iraq’s nominal GDP is 494% larger than that of Bahrain, a difference of $232.53 billion.

GDP per capita

🇧🇭 Bahrain$29,654 · 2024
🇮🇶 Iraq$6,074 · 2024

Bahrain’s GDP per capita is 388% higher than that of Iraq, a difference of $23,580.

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

Manama

Baghdad

Population

1,588,670

46,042,015

Surface area

800 km²

435,050 km²

Population density

1,986 /km²

106 /km²

Nominal GDP

$47.11 billion · 2024

$279.64 billion · 2024

GDP per capita

$29,654 · 2024

$6,074 · 2024

Region

Asia

Asia

Subregion

Western Asia

Western Asia

Currency

Bahraini dinar · BHD · .د.ب

Iraqi dinar · IQD · د.ع

Nationality

Bahraini

Iraqi

Phone code

+973

+964

Internet domain

.bh

.iq

ISO codes

BH / BHR

IQ / IRQ

Time zone

Asia/Bahrain

Asia/Baghdad

Native name

‏البحرين

العراق

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About Bahrain

Bahrain, an island nation in the heart of the Persian Gulf, blends ultramodern skylines with a rich maritime legacy, offering a vibrant snapshot of the Gulf’s past and future.

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About Iraq

Iraq, located in the heart of the Middle East, is a land where ancient civilizations and modern aspirations converge. Known for its pivotal role in shaping human history, the country invites exploration into its rich tapestry of cultures, landscapes, and enduring spirit.

Full Iraq profile →

Bahrain & Iraq: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Bahrain?

The capital of Bahrain is Manama.

What is the population of Bahrain?

Bahrain has a recorded population of approximately 1,588,670 people.

How big is Bahrain?

Bahrain covers an area of about 800 km².

What is the population density of Bahrain?

Bahrain has a population density of roughly 1,986 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Bahrain?

Bahrain has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $47.11 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Bahrain?

Bahrain has a GDP per capita of approximately $29,654.

What currency is used in Bahrain?

Bahrain uses the Bahraini dinar (BHD), with the symbol .د.ب.

Where is Bahrain located?

Bahrain is located in Western Asia, Asia.

What is the native name of Bahrain?

The native name of Bahrain is ‏البحرين.

What are people from Bahrain called?

People from Bahrain are referred to as Bahraini.

What is the phone calling code for Bahrain?

The international dialing code for Bahrain is +973.

What is the internet domain for Bahrain?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Bahrain is .bh.

What time zone is Bahrain in?

Bahrain uses the Asia/Bahrain time zone.

What is Bahrain known for?

Bahrain, an island nation in the heart of the Persian Gulf, blends ultramodern skylines with a rich maritime legacy, offering a vibrant snapshot of the Gulf’s past and future.

What is the capital of Iraq?

The capital of Iraq is Baghdad.

What is the population of Iraq?

Iraq has a recorded population of approximately 46,042,015 people.

How big is Iraq?

Iraq covers an area of about 435,050 km².

What is the population density of Iraq?

Iraq has a population density of roughly 106 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Iraq?

Iraq has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $279.64 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Iraq?

Iraq has a GDP per capita of approximately $6,074.

What currency is used in Iraq?

Iraq uses the Iraqi dinar (IQD), with the symbol د.ع.

Where is Iraq located?

Iraq is located in Western Asia, Asia.

What is the native name of Iraq?

The native name of Iraq is العراق.

What are people from Iraq called?

People from Iraq are referred to as Iraqi.

What is the phone calling code for Iraq?

The international dialing code for Iraq is +964.

What is the internet domain for Iraq?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Iraq is .iq.

What time zone is Iraq in?

Iraq uses the Asia/Baghdad time zone.

What is Iraq known for?

Iraq, located in the heart of the Middle East, is a land where ancient civilizations and modern aspirations converge. Known for its pivotal role in shaping human history, the country invites exploration into its rich tapestry of cultures, landscapes, and enduring spirit.