Grand Bahama/Freeport
Fun Facts
Grand Bahama/FreeportCountry: The Bahamas
Grand Bahama/Freeport by the Numbers:
Population: over 50,000
Elevation: 36 feet
Average January Temperature: 69 degrees F
Average Annual Precipitation: 58 inches
Quick Facts:
Major Industry: tourism
Electricity: 120 volts, 60 Hz
Time Zone: GMT -5
Country Dialing Code: 1
Area Code: 242
Did You Know?
Freeport is a free trade zone under the Hawksbill Creek Agreement, which states that businesses in the area will not pay taxes before 2054.
Orientation:
Freeport is located on the island of Grand Bahama, which is approximately 90 miles east of South Florida.
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