Estonia

Estonia Quick Facts…

Official NameRepublic of Estonia
Common NameEstonia – /ɛsˈtoʊ.ni.ə/
NationalityEstonian(s) – noun, Estonian – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1991 (from the Soviet Union)
Administrative Divisions15 urban municipalities, 64 rural municipalities
Total Population1.2 million (#160) with 69.8% urbanized – 2023 estimate
Major Urban AreasTallinn (capital city)
Major LanguagesEstonian (official), Russian
Electricity Access100% of total population
Internet Access91% of total population
CurrencyEuros (EUR)
Real GDP (PPP)$50.9 billion – 2022 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$37,700 (#54) – 2022 estimate
Total Area45,228 sq km / 17,463 sq mi (#132) with 6.3% water area
Geographic RegionEurope – Northern Europe
Bordering CountriesLatvia, Russia
Bordering Water BodiesBaltic Sea, Gulf of Finland

National Anthem: “Mu isamaa, mu onn ja room” (My Native Land, My Pride and Joy)