Our Vision

To become the primary source of statistical information in the Virgin Islands. To be equipped to meet the needs of our clients as it relates to providing timely and accurate information, to the Virgin Islands Government, the local, regional and international and communities.

Our Mission

To inform and facilitate the socio-economic development process in the Virgin Islands through the provision of timely and accurate statistical information.

Who We Are

The Development Planning Unit (DPU) was established in 1974 with the assistance of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and fell, under the Ministry of Finance. One of the main purposes of the Unit is to provide a range of statistical information, economic analysis and recommendations to the government to facilitate informed decision-making, planning and policy formulation for the overall strategic development of the Virgin Islands. In 2012, the planning function was transferred to the Ministry of Finance and the Central Statistics Office was formed. The primary function of the office is to provide statistical information and analysis for decision-making. The Central Statistics Office falls under the portfolio of the Premier’s group.

View the Statistics of the Virgin Islands that Central Statistics Office produces.