Bahamas

Bahamas Quick Facts…

Official NameCommonwealth of The Bahamas
Common Name(The) Bahamas – /bəˈhɑ.məz/
NationalityBahamian(s) – noun, Bahamian – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1973 (from the United Kingdom)
Administrative Divisions31 districts
Total Population358,508 (#178) with 83.6% urbanized – 2024 estimate
Major Urban AreasNassau (capital city)
Major LanguagesEnglish (official), French Creole, English Creole
Electricity Access100% of total population
Internet Access94% of total population
CurrencyBahamian Dollars (BSD)
Real GDP (PPP)$12.3 billion – 2022 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$30,200 (#71) – 2022 estimate
Total Area13,880 sq km / 5,359 sq mi (#160) with 27.9% water area
Geographic RegionAmericas – Caribbean Islands
Bordering CountriesNone
Bordering Water BodiesCaribbean Sea, North Atlantic Ocean

National Anthem: “March On, Bahamaland!”