Population
Iraq is higher
Iraq records 46,042,015, about 9.40× the other value.
The biggest differences first
Surface area
Iraq is higher
Iraq records 435,050 km², about 24.4× the other value.
Nominal GDP
Iraq is higher
Iraq records $279.64 billion, about 1.75× the other value.
What stands out
Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.
Population
🇮🇶 Iraq46,042,015
🇰🇼 Kuwait4,897,263
Iraq’s population is 840% larger than that of Kuwait, a difference of 41,144,752.
Surface area
🇮🇶 Iraq435,050 km²
🇰🇼 Kuwait17,820 km²
Iraq’s surface area is about 24.4× that of Kuwait, a difference of 417,230 km².
Population density
🇮🇶 Iraq106 /km²
🇰🇼 Kuwait275 /km²
Kuwait’s population density is 160% higher than that of Iraq, a difference of 169 /km².
Nominal GDP
🇮🇶 Iraq$279.64 billion · 2024
🇰🇼 Kuwait$160.23 billion · 2024
Iraq’s nominal GDP is 75% larger than that of Kuwait, a difference of $119.41 billion.
GDP per capita
🇮🇶 Iraq$6,074 · 2024
🇰🇼 Kuwait$32,718 · 2024
Kuwait’s GDP per capita is 439% higher than that of Iraq, a difference of $26,644.
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
Baghdad
Kuwait City
Population
46,042,015
4,897,263
Surface area
435,050 km²
17,820 km²
Population density
106 /km²
275 /km²
Nominal GDP
$279.64 billion · 2024
$160.23 billion · 2024
GDP per capita
$6,074 · 2024
$32,718 · 2024
Region
Asia
Asia
Subregion
Western Asia
Western Asia
Currency
Iraqi dinar · IQD · د.ع
Kuwaiti dinar · KWD · ك.د
Nationality
Iraqi
Kuwaiti
Phone code
+964
+965
Internet domain
.iq
.kw
ISO codes
IQ / IRQ
KW / KWT
Time zone
Asia/Baghdad
Asia/Kuwait
Native name
العراق
الكويت
| Measure | Iraq | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | Baghdad | Kuwait City |
| Population | 46,042,015 | 4,897,263 |
| Surface area | 435,050 km² | 17,820 km² |
| Population density | 106 /km² | 275 /km² |
| Nominal GDP | $279.64 billion · 2024 | $160.23 billion · 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $6,074 · 2024 | $32,718 · 2024 |
| Region | Asia | Asia |
| Subregion | Western Asia | Western Asia |
| Currency | Iraqi dinar · IQD · د.ع | Kuwaiti dinar · KWD · ك.د |
| Nationality | Iraqi | Kuwaiti |
| Phone code | +964 | +965 |
| Internet domain | .iq | .kw |
| ISO codes | IQ / IRQ | KW / KWT |
| Time zone | Asia/Baghdad | Asia/Kuwait |
| Native name | العراق | الكويت |
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Country overviews
AI-assisted profile prose · methodologyAbout 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 →About Kuwait
Kuwait, officially the State of Kuwait, is a small but wealthy nation in the Arabian Peninsula. It is known for its significant oil reserves and modern urban landscape, with a population of around 4.3 million people.
Full Kuwait profile →Iraq & Kuwait: Frequently Asked Questions
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.
What is the capital of Kuwait?
The capital of Kuwait is Kuwait City.
What is the population of Kuwait?
Kuwait has a recorded population of approximately 4,897,263 people.
How big is Kuwait?
Kuwait covers an area of about 17,820 km².
What is the population density of Kuwait?
Kuwait has a population density of roughly 275 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What is the GDP of Kuwait?
Kuwait has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $160.23 billion as of 2024.
What is the GDP per capita of Kuwait?
Kuwait has a GDP per capita of approximately $32,718.
What currency is used in Kuwait?
Kuwait uses the Kuwaiti dinar (KWD), with the symbol ك.د.
Where is Kuwait located?
Kuwait is located in Western Asia, Asia.
What is the native name of Kuwait?
The native name of Kuwait is الكويت.
What are people from Kuwait called?
People from Kuwait are referred to as Kuwaiti.
What is the phone calling code for Kuwait?
The international dialing code for Kuwait is +965.
What is the internet domain for Kuwait?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Kuwait is .kw.
What time zone is Kuwait in?
Kuwait uses the Asia/Kuwait time zone.
What is Kuwait known for?
Kuwait, officially the State of Kuwait, is a small but wealthy nation in the Arabian Peninsula. It is known for its significant oil reserves and modern urban landscape, with a population of around 4.3 million people.