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How Big Is Aruba?

Aruba, located in Central America/Caribbean, is the 212th largest country in the world, covering approximately 180 square kilometers (69 square miles). That's roughly the same size as District of Columbia. It is home to approximately 122,320 people.

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180 km²
69 sq mi
#212 of 236 countries
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Aruba's Geography

Aruba has approximately 69 km of coastline. Within North America, Aruba is the 30th largest of 36 countries, sitting between Saint Pierre and Miquelon and British Virgin Islands. With 680 people per km², it is more densely populated than the North American average of 234 per km².

How Far Across Is Aruba?

Aruba stretches approximately 23 km (14 mi) from north to south, and 20 km (12 mi) from east to west.

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Aruba at a Glance

Statistic Value
Total Area 180 km² (69 sq mi)
World Size Rank #212 of 236
Capital Oranjestad
Population Density 680 per km²
Population 122,320 people
Coastline 69 km
Life Expectancy 78.0 years
GDP per Capita $41,300 USD