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How Big Is Sao Tome and Principe?

Sao Tome and Principe, located in Africa, is the 182nd largest country in the world, covering approximately 964 square kilometers (372 square miles). That's about 5 times the size of District of Columbia. It is home to approximately 217,164 people.

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964 km²
372 sq mi
#182 of 236 countries
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Sao Tome and Principe's Geography

Sao Tome and Principe has approximately 209 km of coastline. Within Africa, Sao Tome and Principe is the 53rd largest of 55 countries, sitting between Mauritius and Seychelles. With 225 people per km², it is more densely populated than the African average of 103 per km².

How Far Across Is Sao Tome and Principe?

Sao Tome and Principe stretches approximately 186 km (116 mi) from north to south — roughly the length of Long Island, and 109 km (68 mi) from east to west — roughly the distance from London to Bristol. At highway speeds, it would take roughly 1 hours to drive across.

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Sao Tome and Principe at a Glance

Statistic Value
Total Area 964 km² (372 sq mi)
World Size Rank #182 of 236
Population Density 225 per km²
Population 217,164 people
Coastline 209 km
Life Expectancy 67.1 years
GDP per Capita $5,500 USD