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″ | |