Dominica GDP Per Capita (2026)
Dominica has a small Caribbean economy supported by tourism, agriculture, construction, public services, trade, and investment. GDP per capita provides a useful measure of how national economic production compares with the island’s population and helps place overall output into a per-person context. Explore Dominica’s latest GDP per capita data, historical trends, growth patterns, and economic comparisons below.
GDP Per Capita 2026
$10,459
Est. in USD
World Rank
#89
Out of 195 countries
Change vs 2025
+5.7%
+$564
North America Rank
#16
Out of 23 countries
1. Dominica GDP Per Capita in 2026
Dominica’s GDP per capita reflects economic output generated for each resident across tourism, agriculture, construction, services, and trade. Adjusting total GDP for population provides a standardized measure that makes comparisons with larger economies more meaningful. The indicator helps show how domestic production and investment translate into output per person.
2. Dominica GDP Per Capita Growth (26–2026)
3. Dominica GDP Per Capita (Historical Data)
| Year | GDP Per Capita (USD) | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $10,459 | +5.7% |
| 2025 | $9,895 | +7.5% |
| 2024 | $9,204 | +4.0% |
| 2023 | $8,853 | +8.1% |
| 2022 | $8,193 | +8.8% |
| 2021 | $7,530 | +9.6% |
| 2020 | $6,872 | -18.8% |
| 2019 | $8,466 | +6.1% |
| 2018 | $7,981 | +6.3% |
| 2017 | $7,507 | -7.2% |
| 2016 | $8,089 | +6.5% |
| 2015 | $7,596 | +2.8% |
| 2014 | $7,389 | +3.3% |
| 2013 | $7,153 | +2.3% |
| 2012 | $6,995 | -2.3% |
| 2011 | $7,160 | +2.6% |
| 2010 | $6,981 | +1.1% |
| 2009 | $6,904 | +6.8% |
| 2008 | $6,463 | +8.8% |
| 2007 | $5,940 | +8.1% |
| 2006 | $5,497 | +7.2% |
| 2005 | $5,127 | -0.7% |
| 2004 | $5,165 | +7.0% |
| 2003 | $4,826 | +3.1% |
| 2002 | $4,680 | -2.0% |
| 2001 | $4,775 | +2.0% |
| 2000 | $4,681 | +0.5% |
| 1999 | $4,658 | +2.9% |
| 1998 | $4,527 | +6.4% |
| 1997 | $4,254 | +3.7% |
| 1996 | $4,104 | +6.5% |
| 1995 | $3,855 | +3.8% |
| 1994 | $3,713 | +7.7% |
| 1993 | $3,449 | +4.9% |
| 1992 | $3,288 | +6.5% |
| 1991 | $3,087 | +9.5% |
| 1990 | $2,820 | +9.2% |
| 1989 | $2,582 | +8.6% |
| 1988 | $2,378 | +13.1% |
| 1987 | $2,103 | +12.8% |
| 1986 | $1,865 | +13.5% |
| 1985 | $1,643 | +9.9% |
| 1984 | $1,495 | +11.0% |
| 1983 | $1,347 | +10.6% |
| 1982 | $1,218 | +9.4% |
| 1981 | $1,113 | -89.4% |
| 26 | $10,459 | — |
4. Dominica GDP Per Capita Growth
1-Year Change
+5.7%
(2025 to 2026)
5-Year Change
+38.9%
(2021 to 2026)
10-Year Change
+29.3%
(2016 to 2026)
20-Year Change
+90.3%
(2006 to 2026)
Dominica’s GDP per capita can be influenced by tourism, construction, agricultural conditions, natural disasters, inflation, investment, and population changes. Hurricanes can have a particularly significant impact on the economy and infrastructure. Historical data helps show how output per resident has evolved through periods of disruption, rebuilding, and recovery.
5. Dominica GDP Per Capita vs North America and World
Dominica
$10,459
North America Average
$30,373
World Average
$25,179
$0
$15,186
$30,373
USD
Dominica’s GDP per capita is approximately
65.6%
below the
North America average
and
58.5%
below the world average.
6. Dominica GDP Per Capita Ranking in North America
| Rank | Country | GDP Per Capita (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| #13 | Grenada | $12,689 |
| #14 | Dominican Republic | $12,406 |
| #15 | St. Vincent & Grenadines | $11,098 |
| #16 | Dominica | $10,459 |
| #17 | Jamaica | $8,356 |
| #18 | Belize | $8,134 |
| #19 | Guatemala | $6,810 |
7. GDP vs GDP Per Capita in Dominica
Dominica GDP (Nominal)
$791.0 Million
(2026)
Dominica GDP Per Capita
$10,459
(2026)
Dominica’s total GDP measures the full scale of economic activity generated nationwide, while GDP per capita divides that output by population. Total GDP shows overall economic size, whereas GDP per capita provides a clearer measure of economic production per resident. Considering both indicators together gives a more complete view of performance.
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8. Dominica GDP Per Capita Forecast
| Year | GDP Per Capita (USD) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $10,948 | +4.7% |
| 2028 | $11,438 | +4.5% |
| 2029 | $11,913 | +4.2% |
| 2030 | $12,361 | +3.8% |
Dominica GDP per capita is projected to reach $12,361 by 2030, representing a 18.2% increase from the 2026 level.
9. Dominica GDP Per Capita: Key Findings
Dominica GDP per capita is estimated at $10,459 in 2026.
It ranks #89 globally and #16 in North America.
GDP per capita increased by 5.7% compared with 2025.
Over the last 5 years, GDP per capita grew by 38.9%.
Over the last 10 years, GDP per capita grew by 29.3%.
It is approximately 65.6% below the North America average.
It is approximately 58.5% below the world average.
The forecast reaches $12,361 by 2030, 18.2% above the 2026 level.
10. What Is GDP Per Capita?
GDP per capita is the total economic output of a country divided by its population.
GDP Per Capita
=
GDP
÷
Population
It helps measure the average economic output per person and is widely used to compare economic performance across countries. Higher values generally indicate greater economic output per resident.
11. Methodology and Data Sources
Primary Source:
International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Additional Sources:
World Bank,
United Nations
Population Source:
UN Population Division
Currency:
Current USD (Nominal)
Update Frequency:
Annually
Last Updated:
September 2026
12. Dominica GDP Per Capita FAQs
Dominica GDP per capita is estimated at $10,459 in 2026.
Dominica ranks #89 globally and #16 in North America by GDP per capita.
Yes. GDP per capita increased by approximately 5.7% compared with 2025.
Dominica GDP per capita was approximately $7,596 in 2015.
Dominica GDP per capita is approximately 65.6% below the North America average.
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Disclaimer:
All data are estimates based on IMF, World Bank,
United Nations and related economic datasets.
Figures may differ from official national statistics.