Barbados
Caribbean Rhythm and Rum
Overview
The easternmost Caribbean island, blending British colonial heritage with lively Bajan culture, rum distilleries, and some of the region's best surfing.
Geographic Context
Region
Americas
Subregion
Caribbean
Land Area
430 km²
Capital
Bridgetown
Languages
English
Currencies
Barbadian dollar ($)
At a Glance
75
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
40
Freedom
96
Security
88
Life Expectancy
76.8 yrs
Median Age
38.9 yrs
Urbanization
32%
Cost Index
112
Housing Index
72
Healthcare Access
42/100
Climate
Average Temperature
27.4°C
Average AQI
36
Most Temperate Cities
1 Bridgetown 27.4°C
2 Holetown 27.4°C
3 Bathsheba 27.4°C
4 Oistins 27.4°C
5 Crane 27.4°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Bridgetown 36 AQI
2 Speightstown 36 AQI
3 Holetown 36 AQI
4 Bathsheba 36 AQI
5 Oistins 36 AQI
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 112
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 72
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 5.50%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 55/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 21/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 141 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 8
Defence
Military & Security
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 93 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025