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Dominican Republic

DOM Β· Latin America and Caribbean / Latin America and Caribbean (excluding high income)

Dominican Republic: GDP 28.7K intl$ per capita, population 11.5M, inflation 3.9%. Compare economy, demographics and cost of living with other countries.

Location

Key Facts

Region
Latin America & Caribbean
Latin America & Caribbean (excluding high income)
Population
11.52M
2025
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Geography and Government

Area
48,671 kmΒ²
Capital
Santo Domingo
ISO 2
DO
ISO 3
DOM
Calling code
+1809
Internet TLD
.do
Government type
presidential republic

Age Structure

0-14 years 25.5%
15-64 years 66.9%
65+ years 7.6%

Languages

Language Type Share Speakers
Spanish (SPA) Official - -

Religions

Religion Type Share Adherents
Evangelical Major 50.2% -
Roman Catholic Minor 30.1% -
None Minor 18.5% -
Unspecified Minor 1.2% -

Population & Demographics

Basic Demographics

Population, total
11.52M
2025
Population growth (annual %)
0.81%
2025
Population density (people per sq. km of land area)
235.1 per kmΒ²
2023
Urban population (% of total population)
72.5%
2025

Health Indicators

Life expectancy at birth, total (years)
73.9 years
2024
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
17.62 per 1,000
2024
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
6.25 per 1,000
2024
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)
2.22 children
2024
Mortality rate, infant (per 1,000 live births)
27.7 per 1,000
2024

Education

Educational attainment, at least completed short-cycle tertiary, population 25+, total (%) (cumulative)
0.0%
2016
Literacy rate, adult total (% of people ages 15 and above)
94.0%
2024

Economy Snapshot

Key Economic Indicators

GDP per capita (current US$)
$11.1K
2025
Inflation, consumer prices (annual %)
3.9%
2025
Unemployment, total (% of labor force)
5.1%
2025
GNI per capita (current US$)
$10.6K
2025

Macroeconomic Indicators

GDP (current US$)
$127.41B
2025
GDP growth (annual %)
2.1%
2025
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $)
28.7K intl$
2025
Central government debt, total (% of GDP)
16.4%
1999

Trade & External Sector

Trade (% of GDP)
51.5%
2025
Exports of goods and services (% of GDP)
23.6%
2025
Imports of goods and services (% of GDP)
27.9%
2025

Other Indicators

International tourism, number of arrivals
2.75M
2020
Tax revenue (% of GDP)
14.7%
2024
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP)
3.9%
2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average income in Dominican Republic?

According to our data, the average income in Dominican Republic is approximately $10,620 (GNI per capita) as of 2025. 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 Dominican Republic in 2025?

The inflation rate in Dominican Republic is 3.9% as of 2025. 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 Dominican Republic compare to other countries in Latin America and Caribbean ?

Dominican Republic 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 Dominican Republic compares to neighboring and regional countries.

Dominican Republic is located in Latin America and Caribbean , Latin America and Caribbean (excluding high income). 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 Dominican Republic'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 Dominican Republic'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
DO
ISO 3
DOM
IOC code
DOM
Vehicle code
DOM
Latitude
18.48
Longitude
-69.89

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