Malta

Country in Europe

In brief

Population: 579.7K (2025). World rank 170 of 216; in Europe, 40 of 48. Area: 316 km². World rank 214 of 249; in Europe, 45 of 52. Life expectancy: 83 years (2024). World rank 25 of 216 (1 = best); in Europe, 15 of 48. From 2015 to 2025: population 444.2K → 579.7K, GDP $11.3B → $27.8B, and GDP per person $25,530 → $47,907.

State

Official name: Republic of Malta
Local name: Malta
Capital: Valletta
Region: Europe
Form of government: Parliamentary republic
UN member: Yes

Key figures

Population: 579,704 2025
Area: 316 km²
GDP: $27.8B 2025
GDP per person: $47,907 2025
Life expectancy: 83 years 2024

Practical information

Languages: English, Maltese
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Time zones: UTC+2
Calling code: +356
Emergency numbers: 112, 191, 196, 199
Driving side: Left
Plug types: G
Mains voltage: 230 V