Economic Statistics
Dominica economic statistics are important data that provide critical information on various aspects of Dominica’s economy. They are crucial as they provide a good view of state of the Dominican economy.
| Economic Indicators | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Domestic Product (Market Prices): | US $453.62 | US $460.13 |
| Per Capita GDP (Market Prices): | US $6276.15 | US $6326.92 |
| Growth Rate (%): | 1.48% | 1.44% |
| Inflation (%): | 0.03% | 4.20% (Jan – June) |
| Exports: | US $35.31 | N/A |
| Imports: | US $233.75 | US $236.53 |
| Main Export Products: | Agricultural produce, bottled and bulk water, beer and other beverages, pepper sauces and condiments, coffee, cigarettes, candles, craft, dental creams, lotions, essential oils, and solar water heaters. | |
| Key Sector | 2009 | 2010 | Key Sector | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | 12.3 | 10.97 | Mining and Quarrying | 1.01 | 1.04 |
| Manufacturing | 3.74 | 3.74 | Electricity and Water | 5.32 | 5.61 |
| Construction | 6.30 | 6.92 | Wholesale and Retail Trade | 14.48 | 13.97 |
| Hotels and Restaurants | 1.86 | 1.86 | Transportation | 8.72 | 8.58 |
| Communications | 6.76 | 6.67 | Banks and Insurance | 7.76 | 7.78 |
| Real Estate and Housing | 1.93 | 1.93 | Government Services | 15.48 | 15.92 |
| Other Services | 4.69 | 4.82 | Education (private) | 9.65 | 10.19 |
| % Percentage Contribution by Key Sectors: GVA at Constant Prices | |||||
| Tourism Arrivals | 2010 | 2011 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stayovers | 76,518 | 75,546 | |||
| Cruise | 517,979 | 341,501 | |||
| Stayover Tourism Expenditure (US$ millions) | $94.63 | $111.9 | |||
| Tourist Market by Nationality | 2010 | 2011 | |||
| North America | 28.9% | 27.5% | |||
| Caribbean | 54.8% | 54.5% | |||
| Europe | 14.0% | 15.3% | |||
| Dominica Tourism Statistics: (2007) (2008) | |||||
| Occupation By Category | Rate |
|---|---|
| Agricultural and other unskilled workers | $4.00 per hour |
| Daily paid (factory and tourism) workers | $4.50 per hour |
| Juveniles/Trainees | $3.60 per hour |
| Cashiers/Receptionists | $5.50 per hour |
| Sales persons/cashiers | $5.50 per hour |
| Shop Assistants | $4.50 per hour |
| Home Assistants (with Meals) | $125.00 per week |
| Home Assistants (without Meals) | $143.75 per week |
| Home Assistants (living in) | $142.50 per week |
| Minimum Wage by Occupation and Category: “Labour Standards 2008″ | |