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This comparison uses the latest available atlas values for each country; reporting years can differ by metric.

The biggest differences first

Population

Antigua and Barbuda is higher

Antigua and Barbuda records 93,772, about 1.26× the other value.

Surface area

Antigua and Barbuda is higher

Antigua and Barbuda records 440 km², about 1.67× the other value.

Nominal GDP

Cayman Islands is higher

Cayman Islands records $7.24 billion, about 3.28× the other value.

What stands out

Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.

Population

🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda93,772
🇰🇾 Cayman Islands74,457

Antigua and Barbuda’s population is 26% larger than that of the Cayman Islands, a difference of 19,315.

Surface area

🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda440 km²
🇰🇾 Cayman Islands264 km²

Antigua and Barbuda’s surface area is 67% larger than that of the Cayman Islands, a difference of 176 km².

Population density

🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda213 /km²
🇰🇾 Cayman Islands282 /km²

The Cayman Islands’ population density is 32% higher than that of Antigua and Barbuda, a difference of 68.9 /km².

Nominal GDP

🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda$2.21 billion · 2024
🇰🇾 Cayman Islands$7.24 billion · 2023

The Cayman Islands’ nominal GDP is 228% larger than that of Antigua and Barbuda, a difference of $5.03 billion.

GDP per capita

🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda$23,542 · 2024
🇰🇾 Cayman Islands$99,144 · 2023

The Cayman Islands’ GDP per capita is 321% higher than that of Antigua and Barbuda, a difference of $75,601.

Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.

Full side-by-side comparison

Capital

St. John's

George Town

Population

93,772

74,457

Surface area

440 km²

264 km²

Population density

213 /km²

282 /km²

Nominal GDP

$2.21 billion · 2024

$7.24 billion · 2023

GDP per capita

$23,542 · 2024

$99,144 · 2023

Region

Americas

Americas

Subregion

Caribbean

Caribbean

Currency

Eastern Caribbean dollar · XCD · $

Cayman Islands dollar · KYD · $

Nationality

Antiguan or Barbudan

Caymanian

Phone code

+1

+1

Internet domain

.ag

.ky

ISO codes

AG / ATG

KY / CYM

Time zone

America/Antigua

America/Cayman

Native name

Antigua and Barbuda

Cayman Islands

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About Antigua and Barbuda

Antigua and Barbuda is a twin-island nation in the eastern Caribbean, famed for its turquoise waters and the boast of having a beach for every day of the year. A sovereign state within the Commonwealth, it pairs a relaxed island pace with a vibrant sailing and tourism economy. Its capital, St. John's, sits on the larger island of Antigua.

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About Cayman Islands

Nestled in the turquoise waters of the western Caribbean, the Cayman Islands are a trio of sun‑kissed islands renowned for their pristine beaches, world‑class diving, and vibrant, cosmopolitan vibe that blends Caribbean charm with international flair.

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Antigua and Barbuda & Cayman Islands: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Antigua and Barbuda?

The capital of Antigua and Barbuda is St. John's.

What is the population of Antigua and Barbuda?

Antigua and Barbuda has a recorded population of approximately 93,772 people.

How big is Antigua and Barbuda?

Antigua and Barbuda covers an area of about 440 km².

What is the population density of Antigua and Barbuda?

Antigua and Barbuda has a population density of roughly 213 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Antigua and Barbuda?

Antigua and Barbuda has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $2.21 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Antigua and Barbuda?

Antigua and Barbuda has a GDP per capita of approximately $23,542.

What currency is used in Antigua and Barbuda?

Antigua and Barbuda uses the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD), with the symbol $.

Where is Antigua and Barbuda located?

Antigua and Barbuda is located in the Caribbean, Americas.

What are people from Antigua and Barbuda called?

People from Antigua and Barbuda are referred to as Antiguan or Barbudan.

What is the phone calling code for Antigua and Barbuda?

The international dialing code for Antigua and Barbuda is +1.

What is the internet domain for Antigua and Barbuda?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Antigua and Barbuda is .ag.

What time zone is Antigua and Barbuda in?

Antigua and Barbuda uses the America/Antigua time zone.

What is Antigua and Barbuda known for?

Antigua and Barbuda is a twin-island nation in the eastern Caribbean, famed for its turquoise waters and the boast of having a beach for every day of the year. A sovereign state within the Commonwealth, it pairs a relaxed island pace with a vibrant sailing and tourism economy. Its capital, St. John's, sits on the larger island of Antigua.

What is the capital of Cayman Islands?

The capital of Cayman Islands is George Town.

What is the population of Cayman Islands?

Cayman Islands has a recorded population of approximately 74,457 people.

How big is Cayman Islands?

Cayman Islands covers an area of about 264 km².

What is the population density of Cayman Islands?

Cayman Islands has a population density of roughly 282 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Cayman Islands?

Cayman Islands has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $7.24 billion as of 2023.

What is the GDP per capita of Cayman Islands?

Cayman Islands has a GDP per capita of approximately $99,144.

What currency is used in Cayman Islands?

Cayman Islands uses the Cayman Islands dollar (KYD), with the symbol $.

Where is Cayman Islands located?

Cayman Islands is located in the Caribbean, Americas.

What are people from Cayman Islands called?

People from Cayman Islands are referred to as Caymanian.

What is the phone calling code for Cayman Islands?

The international dialing code for Cayman Islands is +1.

What is the internet domain for Cayman Islands?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Cayman Islands is .ky.

What time zone is Cayman Islands in?

Cayman Islands uses the America/Cayman time zone.

What is Cayman Islands known for?

Nestled in the turquoise waters of the western Caribbean, the Cayman Islands are a trio of sun‑kissed islands renowned for their pristine beaches, world‑class diving, and vibrant, cosmopolitan vibe that blends Caribbean charm with international flair.