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Bahamas
Nassau Nights, Crystal Waters
Overview
An archipelago of 700 islands and cays stretching across crystal-clear Caribbean waters, famous for its luxury resorts, swimming pigs, and offshore banking sector.
Geographic Context
Region
Americas
Subregion
Caribbean
Land Area
13,943 km²
Capital
Nassau
Languages
English
Currencies
Bahamian dollar ($), United States dollar ($)
At a Glance
79
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
66
Freedom
95
Security
75
Life Expectancy
70.4 yrs
Median Age
34.6 yrs
Urbanization
84%
Cost Index
96
Housing Index
90
Healthcare Access
48/100
Climate
Average Temperature
26.0°C
Most Temperate Cities
1 Matthew Town 27.1°C
2 Duncan Town 26.8°C
3 Abraham’s Bay 26.6°C
4 Clarence Town 26.6°C
5 Colonel Hill 26.5°C
Cities
Arthur’s Town Spanish Wells Abraham’s Bay Duncan Town Cooper’s Town Nassau Lucaya Freeport West End San Andros George Town Marsh Harbour
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Economy & Finance
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 138 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Defence
Military & Security
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 59 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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