Argentina

Argentina Quick Facts…

Official NameArgentine Republic
Common NameArgentina – /ɑɹ.dʒənˈti.nə/
NationalityArgentine(s) – noun, Argentine – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1816 (from Spain)
Administrative Divisions23 provinces and 1 autonomous city
Total Population46.6 million (#33) with 92.5% urbanized – 2024 estimate
Major Urban AreasBuenos Aires (capital city), Córdoba, Rosario
Major LanguagesSpanish (official)
Electricity Access100% of total population
Internet Access87% of total population
CurrencyArgentine Pesos (ARS)
Real GDP (PPP)$986.1 billion – 2022 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$21,500 (#86) – 2022 estimate
Total Area2,780,400 sq km / 1,073,518 sq mi (#9) with 1.6% water area
Geographic RegionAmericas – South America
Bordering CountriesBolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay
Bordering Water BodiesSouth Atlantic Ocean

National Anthem: “Argentine National Anthem”