geography
The Philippines is made up of 7,641 islands, and its Chocolate Hills on Bohol island are more than 1,200 grass-covered mounds that turn brown in the dry season.
Philippines
Republic of the Philippines
Population, GDP, and key facts about Philippines — updated for 2026.
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Philippines quick facts
- Population
- 115,843,670
- Area
- 300,000 km²
- Population density
- 385 people/km²
- GDP
- US$ 461.7 Billion
- GDP per capita
- US$ 4K
- Capital
- Manila
- Currency
- Philippine peso (₱, PHP)
- Languages
- English, Filipino
Philippines at human scale
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What is the capital of Philippines?
The capital of Philippines is Manila.
What is Philippines's population?
Philippines has a population of 115,843,670.
What is Philippines's GDP per capita?
Philippines's GDP per capita is US$ 4K.
What is the currency of Philippines?
The currency of Philippines is the Philippine peso (PHP).
Is Philippines bigger than Viet Nam?
Viet Nam is about 1.1× the size of Philippines by land area.
Data from the World Bank, updated September 2026.