Dominica
Nature Island of the Caribbean
Overview
The Caribbean's "Nature Island," with boiling lakes, lush rainforest, and the world's second-largest hot spring, rugged and unspoiled, not to be confused with the Dominican Republic.
Geographic Context
Region
Americas
Subregion
Caribbean
Land Area
751 km²
Capital
Roseau
Languages
English
Currencies
Eastern Caribbean dollar ($)
At a Glance
73
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
37
Freedom
93
Security
88
Life Expectancy
71.1 yrs
Median Age
35.6 yrs
Urbanization
72%
Cost Index
49
Housing Index
32
Healthcare Access
42/100
Climate
Average Temperature
26.9°C
Average AQI
25
Most Temperate Cities
1 Roseau 26.9°C
2 Portsmouth 26.9°C
3 Marigot 26.9°C
4 Berekua 26.9°C
5 Mahaut 26.9°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Portsmouth 22 AQI
2 Marigot 22 AQI
3 Mahaut 22 AQI
4 Saint Joseph 22 AQI
5 Wesley 22 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 49
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 32
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 25.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 33/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 27/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 119 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 2
Defence
Military & Security
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 109 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025