Belize GDP (2026)
LiveBelize combines tourism, agriculture, fisheries, and commercial services within a small Central American economy closely connected to Caribbean markets. Visitors are attracted by its coral reefs, coastal areas, archaeological sites, and natural reserves, while sugar, citrus products, and seafood support exports. This page provides Belize GDP statistics, historical trends, and economic prospects for 2026.
Belize GDP Growth (1980โ2026)
Annual real GDP growth rate (%)
Historical Highlights
1980โ2026 GDP performance summary
Share of World GDP (2026)
Key Findings
Belize's GDP in 2026 is $3.45B.
It ranks #181 among 218 countries.
Belize contributes 0.00% to the world economy.
GDP per capita is $8,134 in 2026.
The economy recorded GDP growth of 2.20% in 2026.
Belize GDP Historical Data (1980โ2026)
| 2026 | $3,450,000,000 | 2.20% | $8,134 | 0.00% | #176 |
| 2025 | $3,327,000,000 | 2.70% | $7,968 | 0.00% | #168 |
| 2024 | $3,204,000,000 | 3.50% | $7,796 | 0.00% | #174 |
| 2023 | $3,052,000,000 | 0.50% | $7,552 | 0.00% | #179 |
| 2022 | $2,847,000,000 | 9.30% | $7,162 | 0.00% | #183 |
| 2021 | $2,429,000,000 | 18.00% | $6,081 | 0.00% | #185 |
| 2020 | $2,047,000,000 | -13.50% | $5,209 | 0.00% | #186 |
| 2019 | $2,381,000,000 | 4.30% | $6,167 | 0.00% | #183 |
| 2018 | $2,286,000,000 | 0.80% | $6,035 | 0.00% | #184 |
| 2017 | $2,266,000,000 | -1.80% | $6,102 | 0.00% | #183 |
| 2016 | $2,240,000,000 | 0.00% | $6,151 | 0.00% | #182 |
| 2015 | $2,193,000,000 | 2.80% | $6,148 | 0.00% | #182 |
| 2014 | $2,138,000,000 | 3.90% | $6,124 | 0.00% | #183 |
| 2013 | $2,035,000,000 | 4.10% | $5,957 | 0.00% | #181 |
| 2012 | $1,917,000,000 | 3.90% | $5,737 | 0.00% | #183 |
| 2011 | $1,832,000,000 | -0.10% | $5,578 | 0.00% | #184 |
| 2010 | $1,749,000,000 | 1.40% | $5,424 | 0.00% | #181 |
| 2009 | $1,688,000,000 | -0.40% | $5,357 | 0.00% | #181 |
| 2008 | $1,738,000,000 | -1.60% | $5,666 | 0.00% | #178 |
| 2007 | $1,706,000,000 | 3.30% | $5,710 | 0.00% | #178 |
| 2006 | $1,590,000,000 | 4.50% | $5,464 | 0.00% | #176 |
| 2005 | $1,474,000,000 | 2.20% | $5,198 | 0.00% | #175 |
| 2004 | $1,400,000,000 | 4.80% | $5,066 | 0.00% | #175 |
| 2003 | $1,308,000,000 | 9.70% | $4,857 | 0.00% | #174 |
| 2002 | $1,244,000,000 | 5.40% | $4,736 | 0.00% | #172 |
| 2001 | $1,172,000,000 | 5.00% | $4,577 | 0.00% | #165 |
| 2000 | $1,138,000,000 | 12.20% | $4,557 | 0.00% | #164 |
| 1999 | $1,000,000,000 | 9.40% | $4,113 | 0.00% | #165 |
| 1998 | $929,000,000 | 3.90% | $3,895 | 0.00% | #167 |
| 1997 | $873,000,000 | 4.20% | $3,795 | 0.00% | #166 |
| 1996 | $850,000,000 | 1.10% | $3,830 | 0.00% | #165 |
| 1995 | $819,000,000 | 0.70% | $3,781 | 0.00% | #163 |
| 1994 | $772,000,000 | 0.00% | $3,658 | 0.00% | #157 |
| 1993 | $752,000,000 | 6.10% | $3,670 | 0.00% | #155 |
| 1992 | $696,000,000 | 12.70% | $3,496 | 0.00% | #153 |
| 1991 | $597,000,000 | 11.80% | $3,076 | 0.00% | #145 |
| 1990 | $547,000,000 | 11.20% | $2,893 | 0.00% | #143 |
| 1989 | $482,000,000 | 15.50% | $2,623 | 0.00% | #138 |
| 1988 | $418,000,000 | 10.90% | $2,335 | 0.00% | #137 |
| 1987 | $354,000,000 | 22.00% | $2,015 | 0.00% | #138 |
| 1986 | $302,000,000 | 7.30% | $1,768 | 0.00% | #138 |
| 1985 | $278,000,000 | -1.40% | $1,670 | 0.00% | #137 |
| 1984 | $280,000,000 | 11.30% | $1,731 | 0.00% | #135 |
| 1983 | $251,000,000 | 6.10% | $1,593 | 0.00% | #135 |
| 1982 | $238,000,000 | -7.60% | $1,554 | 0.00% | #135 |
| 1981 | $238,000,000 | 0.20% | $1,584 | 0.00% | #135 |
| 1980 | $229,000,000 | 5.00% | $1,524 | 0.00% | #135 |
Belize GDP Projections (IMF)
i| Year | GDP Nominal (Current USD) | GDP Growth Rate (%) | GDP Per Capita (USD) | World Share (%) | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $3,577,000,000 | 2.10% | $8,305 | 0.00% | #163 |
| 2028 | $3,695,000,000 | 2.00% | $8,449 | 0.00% | #163 |
| 2029 | $3,816,000,000 | 2.00% | $8,598 | 0.00% | #163 |
| 2030 | $3,941,000,000 | 2.00% | $8,749 | 0.00% | #164 |
| 2031 | $4,071,000,000 | 2.00% | $8,903 | 0.00% | #165 |
Belize Economy Overview
Belize combines Caribbean tourism with Central American agriculture and trade. Travel activity is supported by the Belize Barrier Reef, islands, tropical forests, archaeological sites, and marine recreation, generating demand for accommodation, restaurants, transportation, and tour services. Agriculture contributes sugar, citrus fruits, bananas, seafood, and other products to exports. Food processing, construction, financial services, retail, and telecommunications provide additional economic activity. Belize's English-speaking workforce and proximity to North American markets also support international services and commercial connections.
Belize GDP Outlook
Belizeโs outlook is supported by tourism, agriculture, fisheries, and services linked to North American and Caribbean markets. Eco-tourism, offshore services, food processing, renewable energy, and higher-value agriculture could broaden economic activity. Better transport and digital infrastructure may also strengthen competitiveness. Hurricanes, climate change, public debt, dependence on tourism, and external demand shocks remain key vulnerabilities.
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
Belize's nominal GDP in 2026 is approximately $3,450,000,000, measured in current US dollars.
Belize's GDP growth rate in 2026 is 2.20%.
GDP per capita in Belize is approximately $8,134 in 2026.
Belize ranks #181 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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