Human development index

0.80 (score) in 2017

Human development index of Barbados increased by 0.18% from 0.80 score in 2016 to 0.80 score in 2017. Since the 0.19% fall in 2010, human development index rose by 2.39% in 2017.

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A composite index measuring average achievement in three basic dimensions of human development—a long and healthy life, knowledge and a decent standard of living. 1=the most developed.

Date Value Change, %
2017 0.80 0.18%
2016 0.80 0.18%
2015 0.80 0.13%
2014 0.80 0.08%
2013 0.80 0.13%
2012 0.79 0.99%
2011 0.79 0.68%
2010 0.78 -0.19%
2009 0.78 0.30%
2008 0.78 0.43%
2007 0.78 0.64%
2006 0.77