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Country Facts:
Argentina vs. Nigeria

Learn about the similarities and differences between Argentina and Nigeria by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.

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Geography

Argentina vs. Nigeria - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Argentina is 1 073 518 mi², while the surface area of Nigeria is 356 669 mi². This means that the area of Argentina is 201% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
1 073 518 mi²
356 669 mi²

Coastline length

Argentina has a coastline of 3 100.0 mi, while Nigeria has a coastline of 530.0 mi.

3 100.0 mi
530.0 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Argentina is Buenos Aires, with a population of about 2 890 150 people. In contrast, the largest city in Nigeria is Lagos, where the population is 15 118 800.

2 890 150 ppl
15 118 800 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Argentina is Aconcagua, its height is 22 835 ft. The highest peak in Nigeria is Chappal Waddi, which rises to a height of 7 936 ft.

22 835 ft
Aconcagua
7 936 ft
Chappal Waddi

Highest recorded temperature

In Argentina, the highest temperature ever measured was 120.4°F and was recorded in Villa de María, Córdoba Province, while in Nigeria the highest temperature was 115.5°F and was recorded in Yola.

120.4°F
Villa de María, Córdoba Province
115.5°F
Yola

Lowest recorded temperature

-38.2°F
Valle de los Patos Superior, San Juan
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Society

Argentina vs. Nigeria - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Argentina is about 45 195 774, while Nigeria is home to 206 139 589 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
45 195 774 ppl
206 139 589 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 78.1 years in Argentina and 60.9 years in Nigeria.

78.1 years
60.9 years

Average age

The average age is 32.4 years in Argentina and 18.6 years in Nigeria.

32.4 years
18.6 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.84% in Argentina and 2.53% in Nigeria.

0.84%
2.53%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Argentina and 62.0% in Nigeria.

99.0%
62.0%

Language

In Argentina, the main language is Spanish, and in Nigeria the primary language is English.

spanish
english

Religion

In Argentina, the main religion is Christianity; in Nigeria, the main religion is Islam.

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

5 736 000 ppl
Ranking: 43/174
1 255 000 ppl
Ranking: 94/174

Economy

GDP per capita

Argentina: 20 763 Int$. Nigeria: 5 184 Int$.

20 763 Int$
Ranking: 67/194
5 184 Int$
Ranking: 143/194

Currency

Argentina: Argentine Peso (ARS). Nigeria: Naira (NGN).

Tools: Currency Calculator
ARS
Argentine Peso
NGN
Naira

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Argentina: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, I). Electricity in Nigeria: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: D, G).

220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, I
230V 50 Hz
Plug type: D, G

Driving side

Argentina has right-hand traffic, Nigeria has right-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

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Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Argentina - January, February, December; Nigeria - January, February, December.

Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the World

Safety level

Scale from 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe)
Traveler's essential: Travel Safety Map
Exercise normal safety precautions
Level 1
Reconsider your need to travel
Level 3

Visa requirements

For citizens of United States (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Visa not required
A visa is not required.
Visa required
A visa is required, it must be obtained at the embassy or at the appropriate consular office.

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B29 USD - 40 USD
T77 USD - 106 USD
B17 USD - 21 USD
T55 USD - 72 USD

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