Dominican Republic GDP (2026)

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The 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 Live GDP
$79,985,538,268
GDP Added Today
$161,779,363
GDP Growth Rate (2026)
3.70%
vs 2025
โ–ฒ +1.60%
GDP Per Capita (2026)
$12,406
vs 2025
โ–ฒ +$657
Global Rank (Nominal)
#68
of 218 countries
Years Covered
1980โ€“2026
47 years

Dominican Republic GDP Growth (1980โ€“2026)

Annual real GDP growth rate (%)

Historical Highlights

1980โ€“2026 GDP performance summary

Highest GDP $136.15B
Lowest GDP $6.50B
Average Growth 4.50%
1980โ€“2026
Best Growth 14.00%
Weakest Growth -7.90%
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Share of World GDP (2026)

Dominican Republic 0.11%
United States 25.58%
China 16.47%
Germany 4.31%
Japan 3.46%
Rest of World 50.08%
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Key Findings

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Dominican Republic's GDP in 2026 is $136.15B.

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It ranks #68 among 218 countries.

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Dominican Republic contributes 0.11% to the world economy.

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GDP per capita is $12,406 in 2026.

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The economy recorded GDP growth of 3.70% in 2026.

Historical Data

Dominican Republic GDP Historical Data (1980โ€“2026)

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)

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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 countryโ€™s 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.