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DenmarkvsFaroe Islands

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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

Denmark is higher

Denmark records 5,976,992, about 109.3× the other value.

Surface area

Denmark is higher

Denmark records 42,920 km², about 3.31× the other value.

Nominal GDP

Denmark is higher

Denmark records $424.52 billion, about 104.7× the other value.

What stands out

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

Population

🇩🇰 Denmark5,976,992
🇫🇴 Faroe Islands54,681

Denmark’s population is about 109× that of the Faroe Islands, a difference of 5,922,311.

Surface area

🇩🇰 Denmark42,920 km²
🇫🇴 Faroe Islands12,960 km²

Denmark’s surface area is 231% larger than that of the Faroe Islands, a difference of 29,960 km².

Population density

🇩🇰 Denmark139 /km²
🇫🇴 Faroe Islands4.2 /km²

Denmark’s population density is about 33.0× that of the Faroe Islands, a difference of 135 /km².

Nominal GDP

🇩🇰 Denmark$424.52 billion · 2024
🇫🇴 Faroe Islands$4.05 billion · 2024

Denmark’s nominal GDP is about 105× that of the Faroe Islands, a difference of $420.47 billion.

GDP per capita

🇩🇰 Denmark$71,026 · 2024
🇫🇴 Faroe Islands$74,120 · 2024

The Faroe Islands’ GDP per capita is 4.4% higher than that of Denmark, a difference of $3,093.

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

Copenhagen

Torshavn

Population

5,976,992

54,681

Surface area

42,920 km²

12,960 km²

Population density

139 /km²

4.2 /km²

Nominal GDP

$424.52 billion · 2024

$4.05 billion · 2024

GDP per capita

$71,026 · 2024

$74,120 · 2024

Region

Europe

Europe

Subregion

Northern Europe

Northern Europe

Currency

Danish krone · DKK · Kr.

Danish krone · DKK · Kr.

Nationality

Danish

Faroese

Phone code

+45

+298

Internet domain

.dk

.fo

ISO codes

DK / DNK

FO / FRO

Time zone

Europe/Copenhagen

Atlantic/Faroe

Native name

Danmark

Føroyar

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About Denmark

Denmark, a Scandinavian gem perched at the tip of Northern Europe, blends historic charm with cutting‑edge design, offering visitors a seamless mix of tranquil coastlines, vibrant cities, and a renowned commitment to sustainability.

Full Denmark profile →

About Faroe Islands

The Faroe Islands, an autonomous archipelago of Denmark, lie in the North Atlantic between Iceland, Norway, and Scotland. Known for dramatic cliffs, mist‑shrouded valleys, and a resilient seafaring population, the islands offer a blend of rugged natural beauty and a close‑knit community spirit.

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Denmark & Faroe Islands: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Denmark?

The capital of Denmark is Copenhagen.

What is the population of Denmark?

Denmark has a recorded population of approximately 5,976,992 people.

How big is Denmark?

Denmark covers an area of about 42,920 km².

What is the population density of Denmark?

Denmark has a population density of roughly 139 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Denmark?

Denmark has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $424.52 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Denmark?

Denmark has a GDP per capita of approximately $71,026.

What currency is used in Denmark?

Denmark uses the Danish krone (DKK), with the symbol Kr..

Where is Denmark located?

Denmark is located in Northern Europe, Europe.

What is the native name of Denmark?

The native name of Denmark is Danmark.

What are people from Denmark called?

People from Denmark are referred to as Danish.

What is the phone calling code for Denmark?

The international dialing code for Denmark is +45.

What is the internet domain for Denmark?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Denmark is .dk.

What time zone is Denmark in?

Denmark uses the Europe/Copenhagen time zone.

What is Denmark known for?

Denmark, a Scandinavian gem perched at the tip of Northern Europe, blends historic charm with cutting‑edge design, offering visitors a seamless mix of tranquil coastlines, vibrant cities, and a renowned commitment to sustainability.

What is the capital of Faroe Islands?

The capital of Faroe Islands is Torshavn.

What is the population of Faroe Islands?

Faroe Islands has a recorded population of approximately 54,681 people.

How big is Faroe Islands?

Faroe Islands covers an area of about 12,960 km².

What is the population density of Faroe Islands?

Faroe Islands has a population density of roughly 4.2 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Faroe Islands?

Faroe Islands has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $4.05 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Faroe Islands?

Faroe Islands has a GDP per capita of approximately $74,120.

What currency is used in Faroe Islands?

Faroe Islands uses the Danish krone (DKK), with the symbol Kr..

Where is Faroe Islands located?

Faroe Islands is located in Northern Europe, Europe.

What is the native name of Faroe Islands?

The native name of Faroe Islands is Føroyar.

What are people from Faroe Islands called?

People from Faroe Islands are referred to as Faroese.

What is the phone calling code for Faroe Islands?

The international dialing code for Faroe Islands is +298.

What is the internet domain for Faroe Islands?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Faroe Islands is .fo.

What time zone is Faroe Islands in?

Faroe Islands uses the Atlantic/Faroe time zone.

What is Faroe Islands known for?

The Faroe Islands, an autonomous archipelago of Denmark, lie in the North Atlantic between Iceland, Norway, and Scotland. Known for dramatic cliffs, mist‑shrouded valleys, and a resilient seafaring population, the islands offer a blend of rugged natural beauty and a close‑knit community spirit.