Gibraltar
Gibraltar is a British Overseas Territory and a strategic maritime hub located at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula. Recent estimates show the population at approximately 41,000 people, all of whom reside in a highly developed urban environment centered around the iconic Rock of Gibraltar.
Where is Gibraltar?
Gibraltar
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Gibraltar
- Coordinates
- 36.13°, -5.35°
Population Details
- Population
- 41.1K
- Area
- 6 km²
- Density per km²
- 6,847 / km²
- Growth rate
- +2.21%
- Annual growth
- +906.19 people
- Daily growth
- +2.48 people
- World population share
- 0.00%
Population Trend
Historical series from 1960 to 2026
Population & Social Snapshot
Age structure, urbanization, and benchmark indicators for Gibraltar
Age Distribution
Urbanization
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Quick Facts
- Capital
- Gibraltar
- Region
- Europe
- Area
- 6 km²
- Languages
- English
- Currency
- Gibraltar pound (£)
- Timezones
- UTC+01:00
- UN Member
- No
Neighboring Countries
Economy
The economy of Gibraltar is driven by four primary sectors: financial services, online gaming, shipping, and tourism. While official GDP figures for the territory are specialized, recent data indicates a robust labor market with an unemployment rate that remains exceptionally low, often around 1%. Its strategic position at the entrance to the Mediterranean Sea makes it a critical point for global bunkering and maritime trade, while its status as a parliamentary democracy under British governance provides a stable framework for its international business services.
Society
Gibraltar maintains exceptional social standards, particularly in health, where its life expectancy at birth of 83.63 years ranks global 13 of 215. The territory is also highly connected, with internet users accounting for 94.4% of the population, which ranks global 32 of 212 for internet penetration. The education system is closely aligned with UK standards, offering free schooling to residents, which supports a highly literate and skilled workforce in this entirely urbanized territory.
Climate & Environment
Gibraltar features a Mediterranean climate characterized by mild winters and warm, dry summers. The territory's weather is famously influenced by the 'Levante' and 'Poniente' winds, which frequently create a unique cap of cloud over the limestone ridge and affect local humidity levels throughout the year.
Government & Politics
- Government Type
- British overseas territory; parliamentary democracy
- Independence
- null (null)
Geography
- Highest Point
- Rock of Gibraltar (426 m)
- Lowest Point
- Mediterranean Sea (0 m)
- Coastline
- 12 km
Major Cities
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Climate & Weather
View full climate guideMonthly averages for Gibraltar
| Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C / 11°C | 14°C / 9°C | 9days (87 mm) Wet | 8.5h Good | 79% Humid | Good | View Details |
| February | 17°C / 12°C | 15°C / 9°C | 7days (46 mm) Good | 9.9h Good | 79% Humid | Good | View Details |
| March | 17°C / 12°C | 16°C / 10°C | 13days (172 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 78% Humid | Good | View Details |
| April | 19°C / 14°C | 19°C / 12°C | 6days (46 mm) Good | 11.9h Excellent | 76% Humid | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 22°C / 16°C | 23°C / 15°C | 4days (28 mm) Good | 12.9h Excellent | 72% Muggy | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 25°C / 19°C | 26°C / 19°C | 2days (10 mm) Excellent | 13.6h Excellent | 71% Muggy | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 28°C / 21°C | 30°C / 22°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 13.5h Excellent | 70% Muggy | Excellent | View Details |
| August | 28°C / 22°C | 31°C / 23°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 12.8h Excellent | 72% Muggy | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 26°C / 20°C | 27°C / 21°C | 3days (20 mm) Excellent | 11.6h Excellent | 74% Muggy | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 23°C / 18°C | 23°C / 18°C | 7days (60 mm) Good | 9.7h Good | 78% Humid | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 19°C / 15°C | 18°C / 13°C | 8days (60 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 79% Humid | Good | View Details |
| December | 17°C / 12°C | 15°C / 10°C | 10days (102 mm) Wet | 8h Good | 81% Humid | Good | View Details |
Temperature
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 16°C / 11°C . Feb: 17°C / 12°C . Mar: 17°C / 12°C . Apr: 19°C / 14°C . May: 22°C / 16°C . Jun: 25°C / 19°C . Jul: 28°C / 21°C . Aug: 28°C / 22°C . Sep: 26°C / 20°C . Oct: 23°C / 18°C . Nov: 19°C / 15°C . Dec: 17°C / 12°C .
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 87 mm. Feb: 46 mm. Mar: 172 mm. Apr: 46 mm. May: 28 mm. Jun: 10 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 1 mm. Sep: 20 mm. Oct: 60 mm. Nov: 60 mm. Dec: 102 mm.
Frequently Asked Questions
The population of Gibraltar is approximately 41.1K (2024).
The capital of Gibraltar is Gibraltar.
GDP data for Gibraltar is currently being loaded.
Life expectancy in Gibraltar is 83.63 years (2024).
Gibraltar covers 6 km² (2 sq mi).
Gibraltar is very densely populated, with 6,847 people per km², far exceeding the global average of 60.
Gibraltar's population is growing rapidly at 2.2% per year — among the fastest in the world.
Gibraltar's intentional homicide rate is 3.2 per 100,000 people, close to the global average.
The official language of Gibraltar is English.
Gibraltar uses the Gibraltar pound (£) as its sole official currency.
The best months to visit Gibraltar are May, June, July, September, based on climate data for the capital.
The current estimated population of Gibraltar is approximately 41,000 people. This reflects a growth rate of about 2.2% over recent years, and the territory currently ranks global 208 of 215 in terms of total population.
Gibraltar is one of the most densely populated places in the world, with a current estimated density of approximately 4,107 people per km² (10,637 per sq mi). This high density is a result of the territory's limited land area of just 6 km² (2.3 sq mi).
According to the latest available data, 94.4% of the population in Gibraltar are internet users. This high level of digital connectivity ranks the territory global 32 of 212 for internet usage as a percentage of the population.
The official language of Gibraltar is English, and the territory is 100% urbanized. While English is used for government and business, the local population is largely bilingual, with Spanish being widely spoken due to the proximity to Spain.
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