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Bahamas, The

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Bahamas, The: GDP 41.2K intl$ per capita, population 401.3K, inflation 0.4%. Compare economy, demographics and cost of living with other countries.

Location

Key Facts

Region
Latin America & Caribbean
Population
401.3K
2024
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Geography and Government

Area
13,943 kmΒ²
Capital
Nassau
ISO 2
BS
ISO 3
BHS
Calling code
+1242
Internet TLD
.bs
Government type
parliamentary democracy under a constitutional monarchy; a Commonwealth realm

Age Structure

0-14 years 21.4%
15-64 years 70.0%
65+ years 8.6%

Languages

Language Type Share Speakers
English (ENG) Official - -

Religions

Religion Type Share Adherents
Protestant Major 69.9% -
Other Christian Minor 13.0% -
Roman Catholic Minor 12.0% -
Unspecified Minor 2.6% -
None Minor 1.9% -
Other Minor 0.6% -

Population & Demographics

Basic Demographics

Population, total
401.3K
2024
Population growth (annual %)
0.46%
2024
Population density (people per sq. km of land area)
39.9 per kmΒ²
2023
Urban population (% of total population)
81.3%
2024

Health Indicators

Life expectancy at birth, total (years)
74.7 years
2024
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
10.82 per 1,000
2024
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
8.77 per 1,000
2024
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)
1.37 children
2024
Mortality rate, infant (per 1,000 live births)
11.1 per 1,000
2024

Education

Educational attainment, at least completed short-cycle tertiary, population 25+, total (%) (cumulative)
0.5%
2022

Economy Snapshot

Key Economic Indicators

GDP per capita (current US$)
$39.5K
2024
Inflation, consumer prices (annual %)
0.4%
2024
Unemployment, total (% of labor force)
9.2%
2025
GNI per capita (current US$)
$37.0K
2024

Macroeconomic Indicators

GDP (current US$)
$15.83B
2024
GDP growth (annual %)
3.4%
2024
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $)
41.2K intl$
2024
Central government debt, total (% of GDP)
71.5%
2024

Trade & External Sector

Trade (% of GDP)
79.2%
2024
Exports of goods and services (% of GDP)
37.8%
2024
Imports of goods and services (% of GDP)
41.5%
2024

Other Indicators

International tourism, number of arrivals
1.79M
2020
Tax revenue (% of GDP)
17.3%
2024
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP)
1.5%
2024

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Bahamas, The: country data and statistics

Bahamas, The: key facts and economy

Snapshot

  • Inflation (YoY): 0.40916248908324%
  • Unemployment: 8.463%
  • Average income (GNI pc): n/a

Overview

Short overview will be generated here based on official statistics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average income in Bahamas, The?

According to our data, the average income in Bahamas, The is approximately $37,020 (GNI per capita) as of 2024. This figure represents Gross National Income per capita and provides insight into the economic prosperity and living standards in the country.

What is the inflation rate in Bahamas, The in 2024?

The inflation rate in Bahamas, The is 0.4% as of 2024. Inflation measures the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises, eroding purchasing power. This data is updated regularly from reliable sources like the World Bank and IMF.

How does Bahamas, The compare to other countries in Latin America and Caribbean ?

Bahamas, The is located in Latin America and Caribbean and can be compared with other countries in the region across various economic and demographic indicators including inflation rates, unemployment, average income, cost of living, population statistics, and life expectancy. Explore our comprehensive inflation comparison, unemployment rankings, cost of living data, population statistics, and life expectancy data to see how Bahamas, The compares to neighboring and regional countries.

Bahamas, The is located in Latin America and Caribbean . Explore detailed statistics on economy, population, demographics, inflation, unemployment, and cost of living, with up-to-date data from the World Bank, IMF, UN, and other authoritative sources.

Our comprehensive database provides real-time insights into Bahamas, The's economic performance and demographic trends, allowing you to compare with other countries and understand global patterns. Access current economic indicators, population statistics, historical data, and comparative analysis to gain a deeper understanding of Bahamas, The's economic and demographic landscape. For detailed economic data, visit our economy page, and for demographic information, explore our population statistics section.

Sources and References

Data sources: World Bank, IMF, UN Data, Transparency International.

All data is compiled from publicly available sources and updated regularly. Economic indicators may vary based on reporting methodologies and data availability periods.

Codes and Abbreviations

ISO 2
BS
ISO 3
BHS
IOC code
BAH
Vehicle code
BS
Latitude
25.07
Longitude
-77.34

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