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Country Facts:
Austria vs. Somalia

Learn about the similarities and differences between Austria 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

Austria vs. Somalia - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Austria is 32 383 mi², while the surface area of Somalia is 246 201 mi². This means that the area of Somalia is 660% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
32 383 mi²
246 201 mi²

Coastline length

Austria has a coastline of 0.0 mi, while Somalia has a coastline of 2 071.0 mi.

0.0 mi
2 071.0 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Austria is Vienna, with a population of about 1 805 680 people. In contrast, the largest city in Somalia is Mogadishu, where the population is 2 120 000.

1 805 680 ppl
2 120 000 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Austria is Großglockner, its height is 12 461 ft. The highest peak in Somalia is Shimbiris, which rises to a height of 8 038 ft.

12 461 ft
Großglockner
8 038 ft
Shimbiris

Highest recorded temperature

104.9°F
Bad Deutsch-Altenburg
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Lowest recorded temperature

-62.7°F
Grünloch doline
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Society

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

Population

The population of Austria is about 9 006 398, while Somalia is home to 15 893 222 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
9 006 398 ppl
15 893 222 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 82.1 years in Austria and 55.3 years in Somalia.

82.1 years
55.3 years

Average age

The average age is 44.5 years in Austria and 18.5 years in Somalia.

44.5 years
18.5 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.32% in Austria and 2.35% in Somalia.

0.32%
2.35%

Literacy

98.0%
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Language

In Austria, the main language is German, and in Somalia the primary language is Somali.

german
somali

Religion

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

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

26 719 000 ppl
Ranking: 7/179
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Economy

GDP per capita

55 649 Int$
Ranking: 8/194
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Currency

Austria: Euro (EUR). Somalia: Somali Shilling (SOS).

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EUR
Euro
SOS
Somali Shilling

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Austria: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Somalia: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F
220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C

Driving side

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

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDSOSEUR

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Austria - May, June, July, August; 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
B79 USD - 95 USD
T145 USD - 182 USD
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