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Country Facts:
Spain vs. Mali

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

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Geography

Spain vs. Mali - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Spain is 195 365 mi², while the surface area of Mali is 478 841 mi². This means that the area of Mali is 145% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
195 365 mi²
478 841 mi²

Coastline length

Spain has a coastline of 3 084.5 mi, while Mali has a coastline of 0.0 mi.

3 084.5 mi
0.0 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Spain is Madrid, with a population of about 3 165 240 people. In contrast, the largest city in Mali is Bamako, where the population is 1 810 370.

3 165 240 ppl
1 810 370 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Spain is Pico del Teide, its height is 12 198 ft. The highest peak in Mali is Hombori Tondo, which rises to a height of 3 789 ft.

12 198 ft
Pico del Teide
3 789 ft
Hombori Tondo

Highest recorded temperature

117°F
Murcia
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Lowest recorded temperature

-25.6°F
Estany Gento
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Society

Spain vs. Mali - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Spain is about 46 754 778, while Mali is home to 20 250 833 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
46 754 778 ppl
20 250 833 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 82.2 years in Spain and 62.0 years in Mali.

82.2 years
62.0 years

Average age

The average age is 43.9 years in Spain and 16 years in Mali.

43.9 years
16 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.03% in Spain and 2.97% in Mali.

-0.03%
2.97%

Literacy

Literacy is 98.6% in Spain and 35.5% in Mali.

98.6%
35.5%

Language

In Spain, the main language is Spanish, and in Mali the primary language is French.

spanish
french

Religion

In Spain, the main religion is Christianity; in Mali, the main religion is Islam.

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

68 215 000 ppl
Ranking: 3/174
159 300 ppl
Ranking: 148/174

Economy

GDP per capita

Spain: 38 343 Int$. Mali: 2 347 Int$.

38 343 Int$
Ranking: 40/194
2 347 Int$
Ranking: 175/194

Currency

Spain: Euro (EUR). Mali: CFA Franc BCEAO (XOF).

Tools: Currency Calculator
EUR
Euro
XOF
CFA Franc BCEAO

Practical information

Electricity

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

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

Driving side

Spain has right-hand traffic, Mali has right-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDEURXOF

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Spain - May, June, July, August, September; Mali - January, 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 a high degree of caution
Level 2
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 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
B68 USD - 80 USD
T116 USD - 150 USD
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