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Country Facts:
Argentina vs. Somalia

Learn about the similarities and differences between Argentina and Somalia 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. Somalia - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Argentina is 1 073 518 mi², while the surface area of Somalia is 246 201 mi². This means that the area of Argentina is 336% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
1 073 518 mi²
246 201 mi²

Coastline length

Argentina has a coastline of 3 100.0 mi, while Somalia has a coastline of 2 071.0 mi.

3 100.0 mi
2 071.0 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 Somalia is Mogadishu, where the population is 2 120 000.

2 890 150 ppl
2 120 000 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Argentina is Aconcagua, its height is 22 835 ft. The highest peak in Somalia is Shimbiris, which rises to a height of 8 038 ft.

22 835 ft
Aconcagua
8 038 ft
Shimbiris

Highest recorded temperature

120.4°F
Villa de María, Córdoba Province
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Lowest recorded temperature

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

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

Population

The population of Argentina is about 45 195 774, while Somalia is home to 15 893 222 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
45 195 774 ppl
15 893 222 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 78.1 years in Argentina and 55.3 years in Somalia.

78.1 years
55.3 years

Average age

The average age is 32.4 years in Argentina and 18.5 years in Somalia.

32.4 years
18.5 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.84% in Argentina and 2.35% in Somalia.

0.84%
2.35%

Literacy

99.0%
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Language

In Argentina, the main language is Spanish, and in Somalia the primary language is Somali.

spanish
somali

Religion

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

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

5 736 000 ppl
Ranking: 43/174
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Economy

GDP per capita

20 763 Int$
Ranking: 67/194
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Currency

Argentina: Argentine Peso (ARS). Somalia: Somali Shilling (SOS).

Tools: Currency Calculator
ARS
Argentine Peso
SOS
Somali Shilling

Practical information

Electricity

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

220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, I
220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C

Driving side

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

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDARSSOSEUR

Best months to visit

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

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
Do not travel
Level 4

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 on arrival
A visa is required, but it is possible to obtain it at selected border crossing points (visa on arrival).

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B30 USD - 41 USD
T79 USD - 108 USD
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