Bahamian Scorecard
Country profile
The Bahamas is an archipelago of over 700 islands in the Atlantic Ocean, celebrated for its turquoise waters, coral reefs, and a year-round tropical climate. It has a population of 0.4 million, a population growth rate of 0.48%, and a median age of 34.60 years.
Historically, the islands were inhabited by the Lucayan people before European explorers arrived, and later became a British colony with a legacy of maritime trade and piracy.
Today, the Bahamas is a major tourist destination with a vibrant culture that blends African, British, and indigenous influences, thriving on hospitality and natural beauty.
Its capital city is Nassau.
How does the Bahamas compare to other countries?
Bahamas
Sierra Leone
CambodiaEconomic Development
GDP per Capita (PPP) in the Bahamas improved by 5.8% from 2022 to 2023
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GDP Growth in Bahamas, The worsened by 75.5% from 2022 to 2023
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Unemployment Rate in the Bahamas improved by 2.1% from 2023 to 2024
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Inflation Rate in the Bahamas improved by 45.6% from 2022 to 2023
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Health and Social Development
Life Expectancy in the Bahamas improved by 0.1% from 2022 to 2023
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Infant Mortality Rate in the Bahamas improved by 1.7% from 2022 to 2023
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Human Development Index in the Bahamas improved by 2.5% from 2021 to 2022
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Suicide Mortality Rate in Bahamas, The worsened by 4.8% from 2020 to 2021
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Freedom in the World in Bahamas, The worsened by 1.1% from 2023 to 2024
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Education
Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Bahamas, The improved by 5.9% from 2019 to 2023
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Governance and Security
Corruption Perception showed no change from 2022 to 2023
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Control of Corruption in the Bahamas improved by 0.8% from 2022 to 2023
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Homicide Rate in the Bahamas worsened by 62.4% from 2020 to 2021
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Government Effectiveness in the Bahamas worsened by 36.2% from 2022 to 2023
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Political Stability in the Bahamas improved by 14.8% from 2022 to 2023
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Rule of Law in the Bahamas improved by 33.3% from 2022 to 2023
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Voice and Accountability in the Bahamas worsened by 1.4% from 2022 to 2023
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Environmental Sustainability and Energy
CO2 Emissions per Capita in the Bahamas worsened by 3.8% from 2022 to 2023
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Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Bahamas, The worsened by 2.0% from 2019 to 2020
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Renewable Energy Consumption showed no change from 2021 to 2022