Population: 282,000
Barbados has a population of 282,000. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $6 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Barbados is $6 billion ($21,000 per capita).
Capital: Bridgetown
The capital city of Barbados is Bridgetown. Currency: Barbadian Dollar (BBD).
Languages: English
Official/main languages: English. Area: 430 km². Continent: North America.
Barbados Overview
Barbados (🇧🇧) is located in North America with a total area of 430 km². The country has a population of 282,000 and its capital is Bridgetown.
Economy
- GDP: $6 billion
- GDP per capita: $21,000
- Currency: Barbadian Dollar (BBD)
Key Facts
- Capital: Bridgetown
- Languages: English
- Area: 430 km²
- Continent: North America
How to read this Barbados profile
Use the population of 282,000 together with the area of 430 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $6 billion and GDP per capita of $21,000 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Barbados data sources and update scope
This Barbados profile is a curated reference snapshot assembled from public demographic and economic datasets. Reporting years can differ between indicators; verify time-sensitive decisions with the country's official statistics agency. PocketWorld's linked map layers update independently from these profile values.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Barbados?
The population of Barbados is approximately 282,000.
What is the GDP of Barbados?
The GDP of Barbados is approximately $6 billion, which translates to $21,000 per capita.
What is the capital of Barbados?
The capital of Barbados is Bridgetown.