Guyana
South America's Wild Green Heart
Overview
South America's only English-speaking country, on the verge of an oil-driven economic transformation, with pristine rainforest covering over 80% of its territory.
Geographic Context
Region
Americas
Subregion
South America
Land Area
214,969 km²
Capital
Georgetown
Languages
English
Currencies
Guyanese dollar ($)
At a Glance
52
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
19
Freedom
86
Security
50
Life Expectancy
66.1 yrs
Median Age
25.6 yrs
Urbanization
27%
Cost Index
37
Housing Index
22
Healthcare Access
20/100
Climate
Average Temperature
26.7°C
Average AQI
15
Most Temperate Cities
1 Lethem 28.2°C
2 Mahaicony Village 27.1°C
3 Rosignol 27.1°C
4 Vreed-en-Hoop 27°C
5 Georgetown 27°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Vreed-en-Hoop 12 AQI
2 Bartica 12 AQI
3 Mabaruma 12 AQI
4 Mahaicony Village 12 AQI
5 Mahdia 12 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 37
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 22
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 25.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 16/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 100/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 81 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 7
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 0.59% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 56 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Alternatives
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Tips & Cultural Insights
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025