Population

The biggest differences first
Surface area
Uganda is higher
Nominal GDP
Uganda is higher
What stands out
Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.
Population
Uganda’s population is about 57.7× that of the Comoros, a difference of 49,148,464.
Surface area
Uganda’s surface area is about 130× that of the Comoros, a difference of 239,689 km².
Population density
The Comoros’ population density is 125% higher than that of Uganda, a difference of 259 /km².
Nominal GDP
Uganda’s nominal GDP is about 37.4× that of the Comoros, a difference of $52.47 billion.
GDP per capita
The Comoros’ GDP per capita is 54% higher than that of Uganda, a difference of $585.
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
Moroni
Kampala
Population
866,628
50,015,092
Surface area
1,861 km²
241,550 km²
Population density
466 /km²
207 /km²
Nominal GDP
$1.44 billion · 2024
$53.91 billion · 2024
GDP per capita
$1,663 · 2024
$1,078 · 2024
Region
Africa
Africa
Subregion
Eastern Africa
Eastern Africa
Currency
Comorian franc · KMF · CF
Ugandan shilling · UGX · USh
Nationality
Comoran, Comorian
Ugandan
Phone code
+269
+256
Internet domain
.km
.ug
ISO codes
KM / COM
UG / UGA
Time zone
Indian/Comoro
Africa/Kampala
Native name
Komori
Uganda
| Measure | Comoros | Uganda |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | Moroni | Kampala |
| Population | 866,628 | 50,015,092 |
| Surface area | 1,861 km² | 241,550 km² |
| Population density | 466 /km² | 207 /km² |
| Nominal GDP | $1.44 billion · 2024 | $53.91 billion · 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $1,663 · 2024 | $1,078 · 2024 |
| Region | Africa | Africa |
| Subregion | Eastern Africa | Eastern Africa |
| Currency | Comorian franc · KMF · CF | Ugandan shilling · UGX · USh |
| Nationality | Comoran, Comorian | Ugandan |
| Phone code | +269 | +256 |
| Internet domain | .km | .ug |
| ISO codes | KM / COM | UG / UGA |
| Time zone | Indian/Comoro | Africa/Kampala |
| Native name | Komori | Uganda |
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AI-assisted profile prose · methodologyAbout Comoros
Nestled in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean between Madagascar and the African coast, the Union of the Comoros is a petite archipelago of volcanic islands renowned for its stunning marine life, fragrant spice plantations, and a blend of African, Arab, and French influences.
Full Comoros profile →About Uganda
Uganda is a landlocked nation in East Africa, famously called the Pearl of Africa for its lush landscapes and extraordinary biodiversity. Straddling the equator, it is home to half the world's mountain gorillas and to the source of the Nile. Green, fertile and youthful, it is one of Africa's most welcoming destinations.
Full Uganda profile →Comoros & Uganda: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Comoros?
The capital of Comoros is Moroni.
What is the population of Comoros?
Comoros has a recorded population of approximately 866,628 people.
How big is Comoros?
Comoros covers an area of about 1,861 km².
What is the population density of Comoros?
Comoros has a population density of roughly 466 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What is the GDP of Comoros?
Comoros has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $1.44 billion as of 2024.
What is the GDP per capita of Comoros?
Comoros has a GDP per capita of approximately $1,663.
What currency is used in Comoros?
Comoros uses the Comorian franc (KMF), with the symbol CF.
Where is Comoros located?
Comoros is located in Eastern Africa, Africa.
What is the native name of Comoros?
The native name of Comoros is Komori.
What are people from Comoros called?
People from Comoros are referred to as Comoran, Comorian.
What is the phone calling code for Comoros?
The international dialing code for Comoros is +269.
What is the internet domain for Comoros?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Comoros is .km.
What time zone is Comoros in?
Comoros uses the Indian/Comoro time zone.
What is Comoros known for?
Nestled in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean between Madagascar and the African coast, the Union of the Comoros is a petite archipelago of volcanic islands renowned for its stunning marine life, fragrant spice plantations, and a blend of African, Arab, and French influences.
What is the capital of Uganda?
The capital of Uganda is Kampala.
What is the population of Uganda?
Uganda has a recorded population of approximately 50,015,092 people.
How big is Uganda?
Uganda covers an area of about 241,550 km².
What is the population density of Uganda?
Uganda has a population density of roughly 207 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What is the GDP of Uganda?
Uganda has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $53.91 billion as of 2024.
What is the GDP per capita of Uganda?
Uganda has a GDP per capita of approximately $1,078.
What currency is used in Uganda?
Uganda uses the Ugandan shilling (UGX), with the symbol USh.
Where is Uganda located?
Uganda is located in Eastern Africa, Africa.
What are people from Uganda called?
People from Uganda are referred to as Ugandan.
What is the phone calling code for Uganda?
The international dialing code for Uganda is +256.
What is the internet domain for Uganda?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Uganda is .ug.
What time zone is Uganda in?
Uganda uses the Africa/Kampala time zone.
What is Uganda known for?
Uganda is a landlocked nation in East Africa, famously called the Pearl of Africa for its lush landscapes and extraordinary biodiversity. Straddling the equator, it is home to half the world's mountain gorillas and to the source of the Nile. Green, fertile and youthful, it is one of Africa's most welcoming destinations.