Jordan

Jordan Quick Facts…

Official NameHashemite Kingdom of Jordan
Common NameJordan – /ˈdʒoɹ.dən/
NationalityJordanian(s) – noun, Jordanian – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1946 from League of Nations mandate under British administration
Administrative Divisions12 governorates
Total Population11.1 million (#84) with 92% urbanized – 2024 estimate
Major Urban AreasAmman (capital city)
Major LanguagesArabic (official)
Electricity Access99.9% of total population
Internet Access83% of total population
CurrencyJordanian Dinars (JOD)
Real GDP (PPP)$107.1 billion – 2022 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$9,500 (#145) – 2022 estimate
Total Area89,342 sq km / 34,495 sq mi (#112) with 0.6% water area
Geographic RegionAsia – Western Asia
Bordering CountriesIraq, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Syria, West Bank
Bordering Water BodiesNone

National Anthem: “As-salam al-malaki al-urdoni” (Long Live the King of Jordan)