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ChadvsCongo

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

Chad is higher

Chad records 20,299,123, about 3.21× the other value.

Surface area

Chad is higher

Chad records 1,284,000 km², about 3.75× the other value.

Nominal GDP

Chad is higher

Chad records $19.52 billion, about 1.24× the other value.

What stands out

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

Population

🇹🇩 Chad20,299,123
🇨🇬 Congo6,332,961

Chad’s population is 221% larger than that of Congo, a difference of 13,966,162.

Surface area

🇹🇩 Chad1,284,000 km²
🇨🇬 Congo342,000 km²

Chad’s surface area is 275% larger than that of Congo, a difference of 942,000 km².

Population density

🇹🇩 Chad15.8 /km²
🇨🇬 Congo18.5 /km²

Congo’s population density is 17% higher than that of Chad, a difference of 2.7 /km².

Nominal GDP

🇹🇩 Chad$19.52 billion · 2024
🇨🇬 Congo$15.72 billion · 2024

Chad’s nominal GDP is 24% larger than that of Congo, a difference of $3.80 billion.

GDP per capita

🇹🇩 Chad$962 · 2024
🇨🇬 Congo$2,482 · 2024

Congo’s GDP per capita is 158% higher than that of Chad, a difference of $1,521.

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

N'Djamena

Brazzaville

Population

20,299,123

6,332,961

Surface area

1,284,000 km²

342,000 km²

Population density

15.8 /km²

18.5 /km²

Nominal GDP

$19.52 billion · 2024

$15.72 billion · 2024

GDP per capita

$962 · 2024

$2,482 · 2024

Region

Africa

Africa

Subregion

Middle Africa

Middle Africa

Currency

Central African CFA franc · XAF · FCFA

Central African CFA franc · XAF · FCFA

Nationality

Chadian

Congolese

Phone code

+235

+242

Internet domain

.td

.cg

ISO codes

TD / TCD

CG / COG

Time zone

Africa/Ndjamena

Africa/Brazzaville

Native name

Tchad

République du Congo

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About Chad

Nestled in the heart of Africa, Chad is a land of stark contrasts and hidden wonders, where sweeping deserts meet verdant savannas and vibrant traditions echo across its bustling markets.

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About Congo

Nestled on the western edge of Central Africa, the Republic of the Congo—often called Congo-Brazzaville—offers a vibrant blend of lush rainforests, bustling river cities, and a rich tapestry of cultures that beckon the curious traveler.

Full Congo profile →

Chad & Congo: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Chad?

The capital of Chad is N'Djamena.

What is the population of Chad?

Chad has a recorded population of approximately 20,299,123 people.

How big is Chad?

Chad covers an area of about 1,284,000 km².

What is the population density of Chad?

Chad has a population density of roughly 15.8 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Chad?

Chad has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $19.52 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Chad?

Chad has a GDP per capita of approximately $962.

What currency is used in Chad?

Chad uses the Central African CFA franc (XAF), with the symbol FCFA.

Where is Chad located?

Chad is located in Middle Africa, Africa.

What is the native name of Chad?

The native name of Chad is Tchad.

What are people from Chad called?

People from Chad are referred to as Chadian.

What is the phone calling code for Chad?

The international dialing code for Chad is +235.

What is the internet domain for Chad?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Chad is .td.

What time zone is Chad in?

Chad uses the Africa/Ndjamena time zone.

What is Chad known for?

Nestled in the heart of Africa, Chad is a land of stark contrasts and hidden wonders, where sweeping deserts meet verdant savannas and vibrant traditions echo across its bustling markets.

What is the capital of Congo?

The capital of Congo is Brazzaville.

What is the population of Congo?

Congo has a recorded population of approximately 6,332,961 people.

How big is Congo?

Congo covers an area of about 342,000 km².

What is the population density of Congo?

Congo has a population density of roughly 18.5 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Congo?

Congo has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $15.72 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Congo?

Congo has a GDP per capita of approximately $2,482.

What currency is used in Congo?

Congo uses the Central African CFA franc (XAF), with the symbol FCFA.

Where is Congo located?

Congo is located in Middle Africa, Africa.

What is the native name of Congo?

The native name of Congo is République du Congo.

What are people from Congo called?

People from Congo are referred to as Congolese.

What is the phone calling code for Congo?

The international dialing code for Congo is +242.

What is the internet domain for Congo?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Congo is .cg.

What time zone is Congo in?

Congo uses the Africa/Brazzaville time zone.

What is Congo known for?

Nestled on the western edge of Central Africa, the Republic of the Congo—often called Congo-Brazzaville—offers a vibrant blend of lush rainforests, bustling river cities, and a rich tapestry of cultures that beckon the curious traveler.