Percentage of Global Population Living Under $3.20/day (2011 PPP)
The percentage of populations living under $3.20 per day provides a crucial insight into global poverty levels, highlighting economic challenges and disparities. This dataset from the Global Food Security Index ranks countries based on their poverty rates, showcasing the economic divide between nations.
Which countries have the highest poverty rates?
Madagascar leads with 91.5% of its population living below $3.20 per day, followed closely by DR Congo (91.4%) and Malawi (90.4%). These countries face significant economic challenges, limited infrastructure, and high dependency on subsistence agriculture.
Top 10 countries with the highest poverty rates
The top countries with the largest percentages of their populations living under $3.20 per day are:
1. Madagascar: 91.5%
2. DR Congo: 91.4%
3. Malawi: 90.4%
4. Burundi: 89.6%
5. Uzbekistan: 86.2%
6. Mozambique: 82.4%
7. Rwanda: 80.3%
8. Tanzania: 76.8%
9. Sierra Leone: 76.0%
10. Zambia: 75.4%
Which countries have the lowest poverty rates?
Countries like the Czech Republic, Switzerland, and the United Arab Emirates report 0% of their populations living under $3.20 per day, reflecting high living standards and strong economic structures. Many developed nations, such as Finland (0.1%) and France (0.1%), also exhibit minimal poverty levels.
How does poverty vary across regions?
Africa has the highest concentration of countries with extreme poverty, including Madagascar, DR Congo, and Malawi. South Asia, with countries like India (61.7%) and Bangladesh (52.3%), also faces significant poverty challenges. In contrast, Europe and parts of East Asia exhibit low poverty rates, reflecting stronger economies and social safety nets.
What factors contribute to high poverty rates?
Poverty is influenced by several factors, including political instability, inadequate access to education and healthcare, low industrialization levels, and reliance on subsistence agriculture. Countries like Madagascar and DR Congo face compounded issues of governance, resource mismanagement, and climate vulnerabilities.
Which countries are making progress in poverty reduction?
Nations such as China (1.7%), Vietnam (6.6%), and Indonesia (18.8%) demonstrate significant progress in poverty reduction, driven by industrialization, economic reforms, and improved access to education and healthcare. These countries serve as examples of how targeted policies can reduce poverty.
