Fiscal Balance in Jamaica
The fiscal balance of Jamaica averaged -0.0% of GDP in the decade leading to 2022, which is above the Central America and Caribbean average of -3.7% of GDP. The fiscal balance in 2022 was 0.3% of GDP. For more fiscal balance information, visit our dedicated page.
Jamaica Fiscal Balance Chart
Note: This chart displays Fiscal Balance (% of GDP) for Jamaica from 2013 to 2022.
Source: IMF.
Jamaica Fiscal Balance Data
| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiscal Balance (% of GDP) | 1.2 | 0.9 | -3.1 | 0.9 | 0.3 |
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