Real-time statistics of Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic sits in the Americas (subregion: Caribbean). Its capital city is Santo Domingo and the national territory covers 48,671 km², offering a variety of landscapes and climates.

The current population (2024) is estimated at 11,427,557 inhabitants, highlighting the demographic weight of the nation. Main languages include Spanish, a sign of its cultural diversity and the historical influence of different communities.

The nominal gross domestic product (2024) reaches 124,282,245,638.568 US dollars. The official currency is Dominican peso (DOP), used daily across both metropolitan areas and rural zones for commerce and services.

Economy and development

During the latest period with available data, real GDP grew by 4.95%, providing a view into the performance of productive sectors and development policies. Infrastructure and services in Santo Domingo act as a hub of innovation and connection with international markets.

Comparison with other countries

It shares borders with HTI, facilitating trade and cultural exchange with its neighbors.

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