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- Cabarete's population growth is driven almost entirely by tourism and expatriate migration rather than natural population increase, making it distinct from traditional Caribbean towns
- The expatriate community is notably welcoming and socially active, with regular weekly meetups and events; networking is informal and community-driven rather than formal chamber-style
- Business opportunities are concentrated in tourism, hospitality, and service sectors—there is no documented technology startup or innovation hub scene
- Winter season (November–March) brings a significant influx of North American visitors and snowbirds, temporarily boosting the population and business activity
- English is functionally the second language in tourist and expat zones, though Spanish remains official; most expat-oriented businesses operate bilingually
Population
- Annual Growth Rate Percent
- 0.84
- Census Year
- 2022
- Current Estimate
- 16148
- Notes
- 2022 census data from Oficina Nacional de Estadística (ONE); growth primarily driven by tourism-related migration since 1980s
Previous Census
- Year
- 2010
- Population
- 14606
Ethnic Composition
- Description
- Cabarete reflects Dominican Republic's multicultural heritage with significant mix of Afro-Dominican, indigenous Taíno, European, Haitian immigrant and descendant communities, and contemporary expatriate influences
Expat And Foreign Residents
- Status
- Significant expatriate presence
- Key Features
- English widely spoken in tourist and expat areas; tight-knit community where 'everybody knows everybody'
- Description
- Small but tight-knit expat community; town described as popular destination for expats and digital nomads
Notable Communities
Jewish Residents and Israelis
- Location Note
- Family units and descendants in Cabarete and wider North Coast region (Sosúa area)
Primary Source Regions
- North America (USA, Canada)
- Europe
Business And Entrepreneurship
- Foreign Investment
- Dominican Republic issued almost 44,000 residence permits in 2024; Cabarete noted as popular destination for foreign property investment and entrepreneurship
- Technology And Startup Presence
- Limited formal tech/startup ecosystem; business focus is primarily tourism, hospitality, and service-based ventures. No major startup hubs or venture capital infrastructure documented. Economy driven by tourism and expat-oriented service businesses rather than technology sector.
Primary Sectors
- Tourism and hospitality
- Water sports (kiteboarding, windsurfing, surfing)
- Real estate
- Restaurants and beach bars
- Yoga and wellness services
Business Opportunities
Boutique Hotels
- Room Count Typical
- 5 to 10 rooms
- Note
- Popular with digital nomads and extended-stay visitors
Watersports Businesses
- Description
- Lessons, rentals, and equipment sales for kiteboarding, surfing, paddleboarding
Restaurants And Beach Bars
- Annual Revenue Range USD
- 150000 to 500000
- Note
- Steady tourist and expat clientele
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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Data last updated July 2026 · Verify anything important.