Country Facts:
Austria vs. South Africa

Country area

The surface area of Austria is 32 383 mi², while the surface area of South Africa is 471 445 mi². This means that the area of South Africa is 1356% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Austria is Vienna, with a population of about 1 805 680 people. In contrast, the largest city in South Africa is Johannesburg, where the population is 4 434 830.

Highest recorded temperature

In Austria, the highest temperature ever measured was 104.9°F and was recorded in Bad Deutsch-Altenburg, while in South Africa the highest temperature was 122°F and was recorded in Dunbrody, Eastern Cape.

Population

The population of Austria is about 9 006 398, while South Africa is home to 59 308 690 people.

Average age

The average age is 44.5 years in Austria and 28 years in South Africa.

Literacy

Literacy is 98.0% in Austria and 95.0% in South Africa.

Religion

In Austria, the main religion is Christianity; in South Africa, the main religion is Christianity.

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Austria: 55 649 Int$. South Africa: 13 356 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in Austria: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in South Africa: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, D, M, N).

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Austria - May, June, July, August; South Africa - January, February, December.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites