Dominican Republic GDP (2026)
LiveThe Dominican Republic has one of the Caribbean's fastest-growing economies, supported by tourism, manufacturing, construction, financial services, agriculture, and free trade zones. Continued investment, expanding exports, and a dynamic private sector have strengthened its position as a leading regional economy. This page provides the latest Dominican Republic GDP data, historical trends, and economic outlook for 2026.
Dominican Republic GDP Growth (1980โ2026)
Annual real GDP growth rate (%)
Historical Highlights
1980โ2026 GDP performance summary
Share of World GDP (2026)
Key Findings
Dominican Republic's GDP in 2026 is $136.15B.
It ranks #68 among 218 countries.
Dominican Republic contributes 0.11% to the world economy.
GDP per capita is $12,406 in 2026.
The economy recorded GDP growth of 3.70% in 2026.
Dominican Republic GDP Historical Data (1980โ2026)
| 2026 | $136,148,000,000 | 3.70% | $12,406 | 0.11% | #67 |
| 2025 | $127,895,000,000 | 2.10% | $11,749 | 0.11% | #67 |
| 2024 | $124,613,000,000 | 5.00% | $11,542 | 0.11% | #64 |
| 2023 | $120,794,000,000 | 2.20% | $11,280 | 0.11% | #63 |
| 2022 | $113,813,000,000 | 5.20% | $10,715 | 0.11% | #67 |
| 2021 | $95,067,000,000 | 14.00% | $9,023 | 0.10% | #66 |
| 2020 | $78,625,000,000 | -7.90% | $7,525 | 0.09% | #67 |
| 2019 | $89,237,000,000 | 4.90% | $8,615 | 0.10% | #67 |
| 2018 | $85,068,000,000 | 7.10% | $8,286 | 0.10% | #69 |
| 2017 | $79,153,000,000 | 3.90% | $7,784 | 0.10% | #69 |
| 2016 | $75,625,000,000 | 6.70% | $7,506 | 0.10% | #68 |
| 2015 | $71,056,000,000 | 7.00% | $7,120 | 0.09% | #69 |
| 2014 | $67,098,000,000 | 7.10% | $6,789 | 0.08% | #73 |
| 2013 | $62,631,000,000 | 4.90% | $6,401 | 0.08% | #76 |
| 2012 | $60,627,000,000 | 2.80% | $6,262 | 0.08% | #72 |
| 2011 | $58,006,000,000 | 3.20% | $6,055 | 0.08% | #75 |
| 2010 | $53,862,000,000 | 8.40% | $5,683 | 0.08% | #75 |
| 2009 | $48,281,000,000 | 1.00% | $5,147 | 0.08% | #75 |
| 2008 | $48,174,000,000 | 3.30% | $5,191 | 0.07% | #77 |
| 2007 | $44,067,000,000 | 7.40% | $4,803 | 0.07% | #75 |
| 2006 | $37,998,000,000 | 9.20% | $4,189 | 0.07% | #73 |
| 2005 | $35,948,000,000 | 9.40% | $4,008 | 0.07% | #70 |
| 2004 | $22,506,000,000 | 2.60% | $2,541 | 0.05% | #81 |
| 2003 | $21,518,000,000 | -1.30% | $2,461 | 0.05% | #73 |
| 2002 | $27,249,000,000 | 4.50% | $3,158 | 0.08% | #60 |
| 2001 | $25,602,000,000 | 2.50% | $3,007 | 0.08% | #61 |
| 2000 | $24,306,000,000 | 4.70% | $2,894 | 0.07% | #63 |
| 1999 | $22,137,000,000 | 6.00% | $2,675 | 0.07% | #66 |
| 1998 | $21,672,000,000 | 6.70% | $2,659 | 0.07% | #68 |
| 1997 | $20,017,000,000 | 8.90% | $2,495 | 0.06% | #71 |
| 1996 | $18,242,000,000 | 6.00% | $2,310 | 0.06% | #71 |
| 1995 | $16,637,000,000 | 5.70% | $2,141 | 0.05% | #71 |
| 1994 | $14,645,000,000 | 2.60% | $1,916 | 0.05% | #70 |
| 1993 | $13,081,000,000 | 7.40% | $1,742 | 0.05% | #72 |
| 1992 | $11,605,000,000 | 11.20% | $1,574 | 0.05% | #77 |
| 1991 | $9,887,000,000 | 0.90% | $1,365 | 0.04% | #73 |
| 1990 | $7,995,000,000 | -5.50% | $1,123 | 0.03% | #75 |
| 1989 | $8,589,000,000 | 4.40% | $1,231 | 0.04% | #73 |
| 1988 | $7,605,000,000 | 2.20% | $1,114 | 0.04% | #74 |
| 1987 | $8,305,000,000 | 10.10% | $1,245 | 0.05% | #73 |
| 1986 | $7,891,000,000 | 3.50% | $1,212 | 0.05% | #71 |
| 1985 | $6,496,000,000 | -2.10% | $1,023 | 0.05% | #74 |
| 1984 | $14,870,000,000 | 1.30% | $2,398 | 0.12% | #62 |
| 1983 | $9,461,000,000 | 4.60% | $1,562 | 0.08% | #68 |
| 1982 | $9,141,000,000 | 1.70% | $1,545 | 0.08% | #69 |
| 1981 | $9,698,000,000 | 4.30% | $1,677 | 0.08% | #69 |
| 1980 | $8,672,000,000 | 8.00% | $1,534 | 0.08% | #70 |
Dominican Republic GDP Projections (IMF)
i| Year | GDP Nominal (Current USD) | GDP Growth Rate (%) | GDP Per Capita (USD) | World Share (%) | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $144,243,000,000 | 4.40% | $13,036 | 0.11% | #65 |
| 2028 | $154,411,000,000 | 4.70% | $13,842 | 0.11% | #66 |
| 2029 | $165,495,000,000 | 4.90% | $14,715 | 0.12% | #65 |
| 2030 | $177,435,000,000 | 5.00% | $15,648 | 0.12% | #65 |
| 2031 | $190,474,000,000 | 5.00% | $16,661 | 0.12% | #65 |
Dominican Republic Economy Overview
The Dominican Republic has developed a dynamic Caribbean economy centered on tourism, services, manufacturing, construction, and international trade. Hotels, restaurants, transportation, entertainment, and real estate benefit from the countryโs position as a leading regional travel destination. Construction activity is supported by residential projects, tourism developments, and public infrastructure investment.
Export-oriented free trade zones produce medical devices, electrical equipment, textiles, tobacco products, jewelry, and pharmaceuticals. Agriculture contributes sugar, cocoa, coffee, bananas, avocados, and livestock products. Financial services, telecommunications, retail, and remittance-supported consumption also play major economic roles. Modern ports, airports, industrial zones, and trade agreements have improved access to overseas markets, helping the country attract investment and broaden its productive base beyond traditional tourism activities.
Dominican Republic GDP Outlook
The Dominican Republic is positioned to benefit from continued tourism demand, manufacturing exports, construction, foreign investment, and strong domestic consumption. Expansion in free trade zones, logistics, renewable energy, financial services, and modern infrastructure could further diversify the economy. Remittance inflows are also likely to remain important for household spending. External slowdowns, extreme weather, energy costs, income inequality, and dependence on tourism and overseas demand represent the main vulnerabilities to sustained economic progress.
Data & Methodology
How the figures on this page are compiled
- Primary Sources
- IMF, World Bank, United Nations and OECD
- Historical Coverage
- 1980โ2031
- GDP Measurement
- Nominal gross domestic product in current U.S. dollars
- Update Schedule
- Updated annually using the latest available projections
- Population Data
- United Nations World Population Prospects
Frequently Asked Questions
Dominican Republic's nominal GDP in 2026 is approximately $136,148,000,000, measured in current US dollars.
Dominican Republic's GDP growth rate in 2026 is 3.70%.
GDP per capita in Dominican Republic is approximately $12,406 in 2026.
Dominican Republic ranks #68 globally by nominal GDP in 2026.
GDP is commonly calculated as household consumption plus investment, government spending, and net exports.
Sources
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