Barbados — Country Facts & Profile
Caribbean, Americas
The Barbadian dollar (BBD) is the official currency of Barbados, a country of 267,800 people in Caribbean. With 430 km² of territory and Bridgetown as its capital, it sits within the wider North America region. The official language is English.
Country Profile
Wealth & Economy
Barbados has a GDP per capita of $26,545, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Stadiums & Hospitals
Notable infrastructure highlights in Barbados, including Kensington Oval with a capacity of 28,000 seats.
28,000 seats
Geographic Overview
Barbados is located in Caribbean at coordinates 13.17°N, 59.53°W. It has no land borders. Total land area: 430 km² (166 mi²). Population density: 623 people per km². The highest point is Mount Hillaby at 340 m.
340 m
Cost of Living & Climate
Key indicators for visiting or living in Barbados.
Nature Reserves
Barbados has 4 botanical gardens.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Crime Index
Barbados has a safety index of 78 out of 100 based on crime and safety data. Higher scores indicate safer conditions.
Higher score = safer. Based on crime index data.
Top Cities of Barbados
Internal Divisions
Saint Michael
1 cities · 98,511 people
Largest: Bridgetown
Saint Andrew
2 cities · 5,762 people
Largest: White Hill
Saint Peter
1 cities · 3,634 people
Largest: Speightstown
Christ Church
1 cities · 2,285 people
Largest: Oistins
Saint Joseph
1 cities · 1,765 people
Largest: Bathsheba
Saint James
1 cities · 1,350 people
Largest: Holetown
Saint Philip
1 cities · 935 people
Largest: Crane
Frequently Asked Questions about Barbados
- What is the capital of Barbados?
- The capital of Barbados is Bridgetown.
- What is the population of Barbados?
- Barbados has a population of approximately 267,800 people.
- What continent is Barbados in?
- Barbados is located in North America, in the Caribbean subregion.
- Where is Barbados located?
- Barbados is located in Caribbean, North America, at coordinates 13.2°N, 59.5°W.
- What currency does Barbados use?
- Barbados uses the Barbadian dollar ($ BBD).
- What is the capital and currency of Barbados?
- The capital of Barbados is Bridgetown and the currency is the Barbadian dollar (BBD).
- What language is spoken in Barbados?
- The official language of Barbados is English.
- What is the area of Barbados?
- Barbados covers a total area of 430 km² (166 square miles).
- How large is Barbados in square miles?
- Barbados has a total area of approximately 166 square miles (430 km²).
- What is the population density of Barbados?
- Barbados has a population density of approximately 623 people per km².
- Is Barbados an independent country?
- Yes, Barbados is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- Does Barbados have any land borders?
- No, Barbados has no land borders.
- What is the GDP per capita of Barbados?
- The GDP per capita of Barbados is approximately $26,545.
- Is Barbados safe to visit?
- Barbados is considered generally safe, with a safety index of 78 out of 100 based on crime and safety data.
- What is the country calling code for Barbados?
- The international calling code for Barbados is +1246. To call Barbados from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +1246 and the local number.
- What time zone is Barbados in?
- Barbados operates on the UTC-04:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Barbados?
- The highest point in Barbados is Mount Hillaby at 340 m (1,115 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Barbados?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Barbados is approximately $25,140 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Barbados?
- The average internet speed in Barbados is 68 Mbps, which is considered fast by global standards.