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Country Facts:
Spain vs. Somalia

Learn about the similarities and differences between Spain 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

Spain vs. Somalia - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Spain is 195 365 mi², while the surface area of Somalia is 246 201 mi². This means that the area of Somalia is 26.02% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
195 365 mi²
246 201 mi²

Coastline length

Spain has a coastline of 3 084.5 mi, while Somalia has a coastline of 2 071.0 mi.

3 084.5 mi
2 071.0 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 Somalia is Mogadishu, where the population is 2 120 000.

3 165 240 ppl
2 120 000 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Spain is Pico del Teide, its height is 12 198 ft. The highest peak in Somalia is Shimbiris, which rises to a height of 8 038 ft.

12 198 ft
Pico del Teide
8 038 ft
Shimbiris

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. Somalia - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Spain is about 46 754 778, while Somalia is home to 15 893 222 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
46 754 778 ppl
15 893 222 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 82.2 years in Spain and 55.3 years in Somalia.

82.2 years
55.3 years

Average age

The average age is 43.9 years in Spain and 18.5 years in Somalia.

43.9 years
18.5 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.03% in Spain and 2.35% in Somalia.

-0.03%
2.35%

Literacy

98.6%
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Language

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

spanish
somali

Religion

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

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

68 215 000 ppl
Ranking: 3/174
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Economy

GDP per capita

38 343 Int$
Ranking: 40/194
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Currency

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

Tools: Currency Calculator
EUR
Euro
SOS
Somali Shilling

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Spain: 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

Spain 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: Spain - May, June, July, August, September; 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 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 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
B68 USD - 80 USD
T116 USD - 149 USD
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