Guyana’s towns and small cities capture a country in transition, where river ports, hinterland settlements and coastal hubs each play a role in local prosperity. Recent growth and investment have shifted incomes unevenly, making a short list useful for quick comparisons.
There are 7 Richest Cities in Guyana, ranging from Bartica to Vreed-en-Hoop; for each city the list shows Country,Population,Est GDP per capita (USD/year), and you’ll find below.
How were the rankings and GDP estimates determined?
The rankings combine available population figures with estimated GDP per capita drawn from national statistics, local economic reports and adjusted income indicators; because city-level GDP isn’t always official, these are best viewed as informed estimates with source notes where available.
Could a single new project change which cities are richest?
Yes — in a country with small urban populations, large mining or oil developments, major infrastructure or new businesses can quickly raise local incomes and shift rankings, so check the dates and notes on each entry for recent changes.
Richest Cities in Guyana
| City | Country | Population | Est GDP per capita (USD/year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown | Guyana | 118,000 (2012) | 12,000 |
| Linden | Guyana | 27,000 (2012) | 7,500 |
| New Amsterdam | Guyana | 17,000 (2012) | 6,000 |
| Bartica | Guyana | 8,000 (2012) | 10,000 |
| Lethem | Guyana | 10,000 (2012) | 7,000 |
| Corriverton | Guyana | 6,000 (2012) | 6,500 |
| Vreed-en-Hoop | Guyana | 14,000 (2012) | 8,000 |
Images and Descriptions
Georgetown
Guyana’s capital and financial hub concentrates government, banking and service-sector jobs, driving higher incomes. Hosts major ports, museums and corporate offices; accounts for the largest share of formal employment. Caveat: city averages exceed many rural areas but vary by neighborhood.
Linden
Historic bauxite town turned mining-service center; bauxite and local commerce underpin municipal revenue and jobs. Official facilities and long-term mining operations keep incomes above many interior towns. Caveat: economic fortunes tied to commodity prices and investment in mines.
New Amsterdam
Regional administrative and port town on the Berbice River with nearby sugar estates and trade links. Its role as a commercial hub for East Berbice supports higher per-capita incomes than surrounding rural districts. Caveat: industrial decline in some sectors has limited growth.
Bartica
Gateway to gold fields and river transport, Bartica benefits from gold-economy incomes, local services and rising property demand. Its small population concentrates mining-related earnings. Caveat: wealth partly linked to volatile gold prices and transient mining activity.
Lethem
Border town with Brazil that thrives on cross-border trade, transport and retail services; Lethem’s commerce-driven economy raises per-capita incomes relative to interior settlements. Caveat: subject to cross-border demand and seasonal trade fluctuations.
Corriverton
Eastern border town with Suriname sustaining commerce, ferry services and small-scale trade; proximity to an international crossing supports business services and higher local incomes than rural hinterlands. Caveat: small size limits diversified employment opportunities.
Vreed-en-Hoop
Commuter and suburban town across the Demerara River from Georgetown with rising property values and service-sector employment for commuters. Proximity to the capital boosts household incomes and investment in residential development. Caveat: benefits depend on bridge/transport connectivity.
