The Commonwealth of Dominica has a very small white population, typically estimated at less than 1% to 2% of the total population. The vast majority of the inhabitants (over 85%) are of African descent, reflecting the island's history. There is also a significant "Mixed" population and a notable Kalinago (Carib) indigenous community, who represent about 4% of the population and live primarily in the Kalinago Territory. The white residents are mostly expatriates from Europe, North America, or descendants of early colonial settlers, alongside a small number of medical students and faculty at international universities on the island. In 2026, Dominica remains a vibrant melting pot of Afro-Caribbean and Indigenous cultures, celebrated through its music, "Creole" language, and the annual World Creole Music Festival.