11,367 sq km / 4,389 sq mi (slightly smaller than Connecticut)
Capital City
The capital city, Monrovia, is the largest city and port in Liberia and is located on the island of Bushrod.
Ethnic Groups
20.3% Kpelle 13.4% Bassa 10% Grebo 8% Gio 7.9% Mano 10.4% Other
Religion
85.6% Christian 12.2% Muslim 2.2% Other / Nonreligious
Languages
English
There are over 20 languages also commonly spoken in Liberia.
Geography
Liberia is located on the western coast of Africa, consisting largely of coastal lands with low mountains in the northwest.
Economy
Liberia’s economy is mostly made up of agriculture as well as a large commercial fishing industry. Despite this, Liberia is a low income country that is dependent on foreign aid.
Interesting Fact
Liberia is the only country in Africa that was not subjected to colonial rule and is one of Africa’s oldest republics.
Important Facts
The Portuguese made contact in Liberia in 1461 and traded with Europeans, with the of the British. Liberia escaped colonization.
