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Curacao

CUW Β· Latin America and Caribbean

Curacao: GDP 32.7K intl$ per capita, population 156.0K, inflation 2.6%. Compare economy, demographics and cost of living with other countries.

Location

Key Facts

Region
Latin America & Caribbean
Population
156.0K
2024
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Geography and Government

Area
444 kmΒ²
Capital
Willemstad
ISO 2
CW
ISO 3
CUW
Calling code
+599
Internet TLD
.cw
Government type
parliamentary democracy

Age Structure

0-14 years 19.2%
15-64 years 62.3%
65+ years 18.5%

Languages

Language Type Share Speakers
Papiamento Official 80.0% -
Dutch Official 8.8% -
Spanish Official 5.6% -
English Official 3.1% -
Other Official 2.3% -
Unspecified Official 0.3% -

Religions

Religion Type Share Adherents
Roman Catholic Major 72.8% -
Pentecostal Minor 6.6% -
None Minor 6.0% -
Other Minor 3.8% -
Protestant Minor 3.2% -
Adventist Minor 3.0% -
Jehovah's Witness Minor 2.0% -
Evangelical Minor 1.9% -
Unspecified Minor 0.6% -

Population & Demographics

Basic Demographics

Population, total
156.0K
2024
Population growth (annual %)
0.85%
2024
Population density (people per sq. km of land area)
348.3 per kmΒ²
2023
Urban population (% of total population)
91.4%
2024

Health Indicators

Life expectancy at birth, total (years)
77.0 years
2024
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
7.20 per 1,000
2024
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
10.10 per 1,000
2024
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)
1.40 children
2024

Economy Snapshot

Key Economic Indicators

GDP per capita (current US$)
$22.8K
2024
Inflation, consumer prices (annual %)
2.6%
2019
GNI per capita (current US$)
$22.6K
2024

Macroeconomic Indicators

GDP (current US$)
$3.56B
2024
GDP growth (annual %)
5.0%
2024
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $)
32.7K intl$
2024

Trade & External Sector

Trade (% of GDP)
155.3%
2018
Exports of goods and services (% of GDP)
63.2%
2018
Imports of goods and services (% of GDP)
92.0%
2018

Other Indicators

International tourism, number of arrivals
1.29M
2019
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP)
4.3%
2024

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average income in Curacao?

According to our data, the average income in Curacao is approximately $22,590 (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 Curacao in 2019?

The inflation rate in Curacao is 2.6% as of 2019. 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 Curacao compare to other countries in Latin America and Caribbean ?

Curacao 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 Curacao compares to neighboring and regional countries.

Curacao 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 Curacao'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 Curacao'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
CW
ISO 3
CUW
Vehicle code
CW

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