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″