Honduras
Maya Ruins, Caribbean Shores
Overview
A Central American nation with Caribbean coastline, ancient Maya ruins at Copán, the world's second-largest barrier reef, and lush cloud forests.
Geographic Context
Region
Americas
Subregion
Central America
Land Area
112,492 km²
Capital
Tegucigalpa
Languages
Spanish
Currencies
Honduran lempira (L)
At a Glance
47
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
46
Freedom
69
Security
25
Life Expectancy
69 yrs
Median Age
23.5 yrs
Urbanization
61%
Cost Index
46
Housing Index
14
Healthcare Access
55/100
Climate
Average Temperature
24.1°C
Average AQI
53
Most Temperate Cities
1 Agua Fría 27.4°C
2 La Alianza 27.4°C
3 Roatán 27.4°C
4 Choluteca 27.4°C
5 Ciudad Choluteca 27.4°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Municipio de Sabá 26 AQI
2 Las Trojes 26 AQI
3 Roatán 26 AQI
4 Municipio de San Francisco de La Paz 26 AQI
5 La Guata 26 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 46
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 14
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 25.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Top Income Tax 25.00%
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 5/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 18/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 113 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 24
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 1.57% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 47 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Disaster Risk 53/100
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025