Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan Quick Facts…

Official NameRepublic of Azerbaijan
Common NameAzerbaijan – /ˌæ.zəɹ.baɪˈdʒæn/
NationalityAzerbaijani(s) – noun, Azerbaijani – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1991 (from the Soviet Union)
Administrative Divisions66 districts, 11 cities
Total Population10.7 million (#88) with 57.6% urbanized – 2024 estimate
Major Urban AreasBaku (capital city)
Major LanguagesAzerbaijani (official)
Electricity Access100% of total population
Internet Access86% of total population
CurrencyAzerbaijani Manats (AZN)
Real GDP (PPP)$153.1 billion – 2022 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$15,100 (#112) – 2022 estimate
Total Area86,600 sq km / 33,436 sq mi (#113) with 4.6% water area
Geographic RegionAsia – Western Asia
Bordering CountriesArmenia, Georgia, Iran, Russia, Turkey
Bordering Water BodiesCaspian Sea

National Anthem: “Azerbaijan Marsi” (March of Azerbaijan)