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 2007 2008
Gross Domestic Product: US $621.14 US $639.41
Per Capita GDP: US $3209.00 US $3291.00
Growth Rate: 4.86% 2.94%
Inflation: 3.23% 6.36%
Exports: US $98.70 US $107.98
Imports: US $528.63 US $645.90
Main Export Products: Agricultural produce, bottled and bulk water, beer and other beverages, pepper sauces and condiments, coffee, cigarettes, candles, craft, dental creams, lotions, essential oils, and solar water heaters.
Key Sector 2007 2008 Key Sector 2007 2008
Agriculture 15.45 16.48 Mining and Quarrying 0.82 0.94
Manufacturing 5.59 3.95 Electricity and Water 4.98 4.88
Construction 8.25 9.36 Wholesale and Retail Trade 14.21 14.74
Hotels and Restaurants 2.55 2.58 Transportation 9.79 10.36
Communications 9.47 9.46 Banks and Insurance 14.93 14.77
Real Estate and Housing 3.97 3.86 Government Services 18.98 18.72
Other Services 1.53 1.53
% Percentage Contribution by Key Sectors: (2007) (2008)
Tourism Arrivals 2007 2008
Stayovers 76,765 79,767
Cruise 354,515 386,414
Stayover Tourism Expenditure (US$ millions) $53.72 $58.57
Tourist Market by Nationality 2007 2008
North America 31.5% 30.3%
Caribbean 51.3% 49.9%
Europe 14.0% 16.8%
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″