Canada Population living in slums 2026: 1.20 %
Canada's population living in slums in 2026 is 1.20 % (estimate), up 3.9% from 2025. It ranks #132 of 196 countries.
This statistic measures the percentage of a country's population living in slums, highlighting urban poverty and living conditions. Understanding slum populations is crucial for addressing housing challenges and improving the quality of life.
Estimated value for 2026 (interpolated, no direct source).
Where Canada ranks (2026)
#132 of 196- #130
French Polynesia1.5% - #131
Serbia1.3% - #132
Canada1.2% - #133
Solomon Islands1.15% - #134
United States Virgin Islands1.1%
Population living in slums over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends
| Year | Value | Change | % Change | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.2 % | +0.04 % | +3.87% | |
| 2025 | 1.16 % | +0.05 % | +4.48% | |
| 2024 | 1.11 % | +0.05 % | +4.69% | |
| 2023 | 1.06 % | 0.04 % | -3.54% | |
| 2022 | 1.1 % | +0.15 % | +15.60% | |
| 2021 | 0.95 % | +0.15 % | +18.49% | |
| 2020 | 0.8 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2019 | 0.8 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2018 | 0.8 % | +0.05 % | +6.67% | |
| 2017 | 0.75 % | +0.05 % | +7.14% | |
| 2016 | 0.7 % | +0.02 % | +3.70% | |
| 2015 | 0.68 % | +0.03 % | +3.85% | |
| 2014 | 0.65 % | +0.05 % | +8.33% | |
| 2013 | 0.6 % | +0.05 % | +9.09% | |
| 2012 | 0.55 % | +0.03 % | +4.76% | |
| 2011 | 0.53 % | +0.03 % | +5.00% | |
| 2010 | 0.5 % | +0.03 % | +5.26% | |
| 2009 | 0.48 % | +0.02 % | +5.56% | |
| 2008 | 0.45 % | +0.08 % | +20.00% | |
| 2007 | 0.38 % | +0.08 % | +25.00% | |
| 2006 | 0.3 % | +0.02 % | +9.09% | |
| 2005 | 0.28 % | +0.03 % | +10.00% | |
| 2004 | 0.25 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2003 | 0.25 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2002 | 0.25 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2001 | 0.25 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2000 | 0.25 % | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions About Canada Population living in slums
What is Canada's population living in slums in 2026?▾
Canada's population living in slums is 1.20 % in 2026 (estimate), according to UN Habitat.
Is Canada's population living in slums increasing or decreasing?▾
Canada's population living in slums rose by 3.9% from 2025 (1.16 %) to 2026 (1.20 %). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it rose by 71.6%.
How does Canada rank for population living in slums?▾
In 2026, Canada has the 132nd highest population living in slums out of 196 countries with data.
What was Canada's population living in slums in 2000?▾
In 2000, Canada's population living in slums was 0.25 %. By 2026 it rose by 380.4%.
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