Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Barbados and Jamaica?

Accepted Answer

Barbados wins the Data Duel 9-6 across 26 indicators compared. The comparison covers GDP, population, life expectancy, R&D, patents, CO₂ emissions, and more — sourced from the World Bank.

Question 2

How do Barbados and Jamaica compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Barbados has a GDP of $8.0 billion, while Jamaica has $22.7 billion. Jamaica leads on this indicator.

Question 3

How do Barbados and Jamaica compare on GDP per Capita?

Accepted Answer

Barbados has a GDP per Capita of $28,364.818, while Jamaica has $8,002.921. Barbados leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Barbados and Jamaica compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Barbados has a Population of 282,467, while Jamaica has 2.8 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Barbados and Jamaica compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Barbados has a Life Expectancy of 76.2, while Jamaica has 71.5. Barbados leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Barbados and Jamaica compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Barbados has a GDP Growth of 2.7%, while Jamaica has 0.1%. Barbados leads on this indicator.

Economy — 3–2

Demographics — 1–0

Technology — 2–1

Environment — 2–1

Health — 0–1

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 1–0

Education — 0–0

Trade — 0–1