Categories in Santo Domingo
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Santo Domingo
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Age of Business |
|---|---|---|
| Shopping | 8,174 | 27 years |
| Restaurants | 3,835 | 21 years |
| Real estate | 3,335 | 18 years |
| Corporate management | 3,332 | 28 years |
| Apartments | 3,292 | — |
| Beauty salons | 3,013 | 17 years |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 2,946 | 21 years |
| Clothing stores | 2,910 | 22 years |
| Education | 2,324 | 34 years |
| Car repair | 2,075 | 29 years |
| Electronics stores | 1,698 | 22 years |
| Cafes | 1,670 | 12 years |
| Bars, pubs and taverns | 1,435 | — |
| Churches | 1,421 | 37 years |
Santo Domingo Facts
| Area | 89.7 km² |
| Population | 1,105,151 |
| Male Population | 528,474 (47.8%) |
| Female Population | 576,677 (52.2%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +151.0% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +8.4% |
| Median Age | 27.8 years (Male: 26.9, Female: 28.6) |
| GDP per capita (PPP) | $20,659 (2022) |
| Neighborhoods | Piantini, Bella Vista, Gazcue, Zona Colonial, Ensanche Naco |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | Atlantic Standard Time |
| Lat & Lng | 18.50012, -69.98857 |
| Postal Codes | 10101, 10102, 10103, 10104, 10105, More |
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Santo Domingo Population
Years 1975 to 2030
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 | 2025* | 2030* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 440,322 | 880,641 | 1,019,772 | 1,053,583 | 1,105,151 | 1,116,299 | 1,099,118 |
| Population Density | 4,909.5 / km² | 9,819 / km² | 11,370.3 / km² | 11,747.3 / km² | 12,322.2 / km² | 12,446.5 / km² | 12,255 / km² |
Santo Domingo Population change from 2000 to 2020
Increase of 8.4% from year 2000 to 2020
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santo Domingo | +151% | +25.5% | +8.4% |
| Distrito Nacional | — | — | — |
| Dominican Republic | — | — | — |
Santo Domingo Median Age
Median Age: 27.8 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santo Domingo | 27.8 yrs | 28.6 yrs | 26.9 yrs |
| Distrito Nacional | 27.8 yrs | 28.6 yrs | 26.9 yrs |
| Dominican Republic | 25.3 yrs | 25.5 yrs | 25.1 yrs |
Santo Domingo Population Density
Population Density: 12,322 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santo Domingo | 1.1 million | 89.7 km² | 12,322 / km² |
| Distrito Nacional | 1.1 million | 91.6 km² | 11,506 / km² |
| Dominican Republic | 10.5 million | 48,353.1 km² | 217 / km² |
Santo Domingo Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1870 to 2100
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Neighborhoods in Santo Domingo
Percentage of businesses by neighborhood in Santo Domingo
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Santo Domingo
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Santo Domingo
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Santo Domingo Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
GDP per capita, PPP (constant 2017 international $)
| Data | 1990 | 1995 | 2000 | 2005 | 2010 | 2015 | 2020 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GDP per capita | $5,405 | $6,172 | $7,054 | $10,248 | $12,879 | $14,489 | $17,442 | $20,659 |
| Total GDP | $285M | $471.7M | $826.6M | $1.5B | $2.3B | $3.2B | $4.6B | $5.7B |
Santo Domingo CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santo Domingo | 3,545,308 tn | 3.21 tn | 39,529.6 tons/km² |
| Distrito Nacional | 3,379,878 tn | 3.21 tn | 36,911.8 tons/km² |
| Dominican Republic | 25,440,817 tn | 2.42 tn | 526.1 tons/km² |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 3,545,308 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 3.21 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 39,529.6 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Flood | High (8) |
| Earthquake | High (8) |
| Cyclone | Medium (5) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University, International Bank for Reconstruction and Development - The World Bank, and United Nations Environment Programme Global Resource Information Database Geneva - UNEP/GRID-Geneva. 2005. Global Cyclone Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4CZ353K.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/17/19 | 5:02 PM | 3.9 | 65 km | 16,970 m | 5km NE of Estebania, Dominican Republic | usgs.gov |
| 4/8/19 | 11:30 PM | 4.3 | 41.8 km | 77,850 m | 2km E of Monte Plata, Dominican Republic | usgs.gov |
| 6/29/18 | 2:10 AM | 3.8 | 65.9 km | 74,860 m | 14km E of Gonzalo, Dominican Republic | usgs.gov |
| 6/21/18 | 12:13 AM | 4.4 | 46.3 km | 89,760 m | 7km SW of Sabana Grande de Boya, Dominican Republic | usgs.gov |
| 6/3/18 | 9:13 AM | 4.7 | 66.4 km | 83,970 m | 13km ENE of Gonzalo, Dominican Republic | usgs.gov |
| 5/21/18 | 11:03 AM | 3.4 | 27.4 km | 68,820 m | 8km SW of Villa Altagracia, Dominican Republic | usgs.gov |
| 1/28/18 | 12:19 PM | 4.3 | 65.7 km | 92,420 m | 7km NNE of Quisqueya, Dominican Republic | usgs.gov |
| 10/29/17 | 5:44 PM | 4.9 | 52.1 km | 23,080 m | 9km SSE of San Jose de Ocoa, Dominican Republic | usgs.gov |
| 8/2/17 | 9:25 PM | 4 | 49.6 km | 34,420 m | 5km SE of San Jose de Ocoa, Dominican Republic | usgs.gov |
| 6/14/17 | 7:15 AM | 4.1 | 60.8 km | 92,260 m | 9km E of Gonzalo, Dominican Republic | usgs.gov |
Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈsanto ðoˈmiŋɡo] meaning "Saint Dominic"), officially Santo Domingo de Guzmán, is the capital and largest city in the Dominican Republic and the largest city in the Caribbean by population. In 2010, its populati..
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