Three hundred forty thousand is a numerical value represented as 340,000. It is a whole number that comes after 339,999 and before 340,001. This number can be used in various contexts, such as population counts, financial figures, or statistical data. In terms of place value, three hundred forty thousand consists of three hundred thousand (300,000), four ten-thousands (40,000), and zero units. It is often used in economic reports, such as GDP figures or employment statistics, to indicate significant quantities or measurements.