Iceland Information Table & Key Statistics
Below is a detailed factsheet summarizing the key administrative, demographic, and geographical statistics for Iceland:
| Attribute | Value / Details |
|---|---|
| Country Name |  Iceland |
| Capital City | Reykjavik |
| Population | 341,243 |
| Land Area | 103,000 km² |
| Official Currency | ISK (Króna) |
| Official Languages | Icelandic |
| Timezone | UTC+0 |
| European Union Member | No (Non-EU) |
| Geographical Coordinates | 64.96°N, 19.02°W |
What is Iceland?
Iceland is a European nation located at coordinates 64.96°N, 19.02°W. Its capital city is Reykjavik, which functions as the administrative and economic center. The country covers a total land area of 103,000 km² and is home to a population of approximately 341,243 residents. The official currency used is ISK (Króna), and the primary spoken language(s) is/are Icelandic.
Geographically, Iceland is positioned in Europe's UTC+0 timezone. Though not a member state of the European Union, Iceland maintains a unique geopolitical presence in Europe and coordinates closely with neighboring European nations.
How to Explore Iceland on the Map?
You can utilize our interactive Europe map above to study the exact boundaries, neighbors, and cities of Iceland. The map widget will automatically focus, center, and zoom in directly on Iceland upon loading this page. You can click adjacent country paths to see how Iceland borders other nations in the region. Use your mouse scroll wheel or pinch gestures to zoom further into the map, and hover over specific regions to view tooltips showing coordinates, capitals, and country names in real time.
Static Illustration of the Europe Map
For quick reference, study, or sharing, here is a high-quality static visual representation of the Europe Map highlighting Iceland:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Iceland?
The capital of Iceland is Reykjavik. It is the administrative, cultural, and political center of the nation.
Is Iceland part of the European Union?
No, Iceland is not a member state of the European Union (EU).
What currency and official languages are spoken in Iceland?
The official currency of Iceland is ISK (Króna) and the official language(s) spoken is/are Icelandic.