Ethiopia Population living in slums 2026: 59.67 %
Ethiopia's population living in slums in 2026 is 59.67 % (estimate), down 1.8% from 2025. It ranks #19 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 Ethiopia ranks (2026)
#19 of 196- #17
Tanzania61.38% - #18
Madagascar60.89% - #19
Ethiopia59.67% - #20
Liberia57.94% - #21
Ecuador57.9%
Population living in slums over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends
| Year | Value | Change | % Change | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 59.67 % | 1.08 % | -1.78% | |
| 2025 | 60.75 % | 0.77 % | -1.26% | |
| 2024 | 61.53 % | 0.77 % | -1.24% | |
| 2023 | 62.3 % | 2.01 % | -3.13% | |
| 2022 | 64.31 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2021 | 64.31 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2020 | 64.31 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2019 | 64.31 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2018 | 64.31 % | 1.55 % | -2.35% | |
| 2017 | 65.86 % | 1.55 % | -2.30% | |
| 2016 | 67.41 % | 1.55 % | -2.24% | |
| 2015 | 68.96 % | 1.55 % | -2.20% | |
| 2014 | 70.5 % | 1.55 % | -2.15% | |
| 2013 | 72.05 % | 1.55 % | -2.10% | |
| 2012 | 73.6 % | 1.55 % | -2.06% | |
| 2011 | 75.15 % | 1.55 % | -2.02% | |
| 2010 | 76.7 % | 1.55 % | -1.98% | |
| 2009 | 78.24 % | 1.55 % | -1.94% | |
| 2008 | 79.79 % | 1.55 % | -1.90% | |
| 2007 | 81.34 % | 1.55 % | -1.87% | |
| 2006 | 82.89 % | 1.55 % | -1.83% | |
| 2005 | 84.43 % | 1.55 % | -1.80% | |
| 2004 | 85.98 % | 1.55 % | -1.77% | |
| 2003 | 87.53 % | 1.55 % | -1.74% | |
| 2002 | 89.08 % | 1.55 % | -1.71% | |
| 2001 | 90.62 % | 1.55 % | -1.68% | |
| 2000 | 92.17 % | — | — |
Cite this page
Geo Factbook. (n.d.). Ethiopia: Population living in slums. Retrieved November 13, 2026, from https://geofactbook.com/countries/ethiopia/population-living-in-slums
The figures on this page come from UN Habitat. For academic work, cite the original source as well.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ethiopia Population living in slums
What is Ethiopia's population living in slums in 2026?▾
Ethiopia's population living in slums is 59.67 % in 2026 (estimate), according to UN Habitat.
Is Ethiopia's population living in slums increasing or decreasing?▾
Ethiopia's population living in slums fell by 1.8% from 2025 (60.75 %) to 2026 (59.67 %). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it fell by 11.5%.
How does Ethiopia rank for population living in slums?▾
In 2026, Ethiopia has the 19th highest population living in slums out of 196 countries with data.
What was Ethiopia's population living in slums in 2000?▾
In 2000, Ethiopia's population living in slums was 92.17 %. By 2026 it fell by 35.3%.
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