United States

Continent
North America
Capital
Washington, D.C.
Population
331 million
Sub-Zones
6
General Information
Basic details about United States
Population:
331 million
Area:
9.8 million km²
Currency:
US Dollar (USD)
Languages:
English
Economic Overview
Key economic indicators for United States
GDP:
$22.7 trillion
GDP per Capita:
$68,309
GDP Growth:
5.7%
Inflation:
7.1%
Unemployment:
3.9%
Public Debt:
128.1% of GDP
Credit Rating:
AA+ (Standard & Poor's)
Political System
Governance structure of United States
Government Type:
Federal Presidential Constitutional Republic
Head of State:
President
Legislature:
Bicameral Congress (Senate and House of Representatives)
Judiciary:
Supreme Court and lower federal courts
Administrative Divisions:
50 states, 1 federal district, and various territories

Major Political Parties

  • Democratic Party
  • Republican Party
  • Other minor parties
International Relations
Global position and alliances
UN Member:
Yes
UN Security Council:
Permanent member
Diplomatic Presence:
Extensive global diplomatic network with embassies in most countries
Political Stability:
High
Corruption Index:
67/100
Economic Freedom:
74.8/100

Major Alliances and Organizations

NATOOECDG7G20
Economic Sectors & Trade
Detailed economic breakdown

Major Economic Sectors

Services
77.4%
Industry
18.2%
Agriculture
0.9%

Trade Volume

Exports:
$1.64 trillion
Imports:
$2.56 trillion
FDI:
$4.46 trillion (inward stock)

Major Trading Partners

Canada
Mexico
China
Japan
Germany

Economic Outlook

United States has a 5.7% GDP growth rate with7.1% inflation. The economy is characterized by a strongservices sector and high levels of economic freedom.