Mauritania Population living in slums 2026: 54.82 %
Mauritania's population living in slums in 2026 is 54.82 % (estimate), down 1.3% from 2025. It ranks #22 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 Mauritania ranks (2026)
#22 of 196- #20
Liberia57.94% - #21
Ecuador57.9% - #22
Mauritania54.82% - #23
Pakistan52.86% - #24
Iraq52.49%
Population living in slums over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends
| Year | Value | Change | % Change | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 54.82 % | 0.71 % | -1.27% | |
| 2025 | 55.52 % | 0.33 % | -0.60% | |
| 2024 | 55.86 % | 0.33 % | -0.59% | |
| 2023 | 56.19 % | 2.37 % | -4.05% | |
| 2022 | 58.56 % | +1.28 % | +2.23% | |
| 2021 | 57.28 % | +1.28 % | +2.29% | |
| 2020 | 56 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2019 | 56 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2018 | 56 % | 0.84 % | -1.48% | |
| 2017 | 56.84 % | 0.84 % | -1.46% | |
| 2016 | 57.68 % | 1.69 % | -2.84% | |
| 2015 | 59.37 % | 1.69 % | -2.77% | |
| 2014 | 61.06 % | 1.69 % | -2.69% | |
| 2013 | 62.75 % | 1.69 % | -2.62% | |
| 2012 | 64.43 % | 1.69 % | -2.55% | |
| 2011 | 66.12 % | 1.69 % | -2.49% | |
| 2010 | 67.81 % | 1.69 % | -2.43% | |
| 2009 | 69.5 % | 1.69 % | -2.37% | |
| 2008 | 71.19 % | 1.69 % | -2.32% | |
| 2007 | 72.88 % | 1.69 % | -2.26% | |
| 2006 | 74.56 % | 1.69 % | -2.21% | |
| 2005 | 76.25 % | 1.69 % | -2.17% | |
| 2004 | 77.94 % | 1.69 % | -2.12% | |
| 2003 | 79.63 % | 1.69 % | -2.08% | |
| 2002 | 81.32 % | 1.69 % | -2.03% | |
| 2001 | 83 % | 1.69 % | -1.99% | |
| 2000 | 84.69 % | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions About Mauritania Population living in slums
What is Mauritania's population living in slums in 2026?▾
Mauritania's population living in slums is 54.82 % in 2026 (estimate), according to UN Habitat.
Is Mauritania's population living in slums increasing or decreasing?▾
Mauritania's population living in slums fell by 1.3% from 2025 (55.52 %) to 2026 (54.82 %). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it fell by 5.0%.
How does Mauritania rank for population living in slums?▾
In 2026, Mauritania has the 22nd highest population living in slums out of 196 countries with data.
What was Mauritania's population living in slums in 2000?▾
In 2000, Mauritania's population living in slums was 84.69 %. By 2026 it fell by 35.3%.
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