Papua New Guinea Population living in slums 2026: 23.07 %
Papua New Guinea's population living in slums in 2026 is 23.07 % (estimate), up 0.6% from 2025. It ranks #76 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 Papua New Guinea ranks (2026)
#76 of 196- #74
Venezuela25.03% - #75
South Africa23.64% - #76
Papua New Guinea23.07% - #77
North Korea23.04% - #78
Brunei Darussalam19.13%
Population living in slums over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends
| Year | Value | Change | % Change | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 23.07 % | +0.14 % | +0.59% | |
| 2025 | 22.94 % | +0.1 % | +0.45% | |
| 2024 | 22.83 % | +0.1 % | +0.45% | |
| 2023 | 22.73 % | +0.46 % | +2.09% | |
| 2022 | 22.27 % | 0.27 % | -1.18% | |
| 2021 | 22.53 % | 0.27 % | -1.17% | |
| 2020 | 22.8 % | +0.2 % | +0.88% | |
| 2019 | 22.6 % | +0.2 % | +0.89% | |
| 2018 | 22.4 % | +0.2 % | +0.90% | |
| 2017 | 22.2 % | +0.2 % | +0.91% | |
| 2016 | 22 % | +0.18 % | +0.80% | |
| 2015 | 21.83 % | +0.18 % | +0.81% | |
| 2014 | 21.65 % | +0.17 % | +0.81% | |
| 2013 | 21.48 % | +0.18 % | +0.82% | |
| 2012 | 21.3 % | +0.2 % | +0.95% | |
| 2011 | 21.1 % | +0.2 % | +0.96% | |
| 2010 | 20.9 % | +0.2 % | +0.97% | |
| 2009 | 20.7 % | +0.2 % | +0.98% | |
| 2008 | 20.5 % | +0.2 % | +0.99% | |
| 2007 | 20.3 % | +0.2 % | +1.00% | |
| 2006 | 20.1 % | +0.18 % | +0.88% | |
| 2005 | 19.93 % | +0.18 % | +0.89% | |
| 2004 | 19.75 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2003 | 19.75 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2002 | 19.75 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2001 | 19.75 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2000 | 19.75 % | — | — |
Cite this page
Geo Factbook. (n.d.). Papua New Guinea: Population living in slums. Retrieved November 13, 2026, from https://geofactbook.com/countries/papua-new-guinea/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 Papua New Guinea Population living in slums
What is Papua New Guinea's population living in slums in 2026?▾
Papua New Guinea's population living in slums is 23.07 % in 2026 (estimate), according to UN Habitat.
Is Papua New Guinea's population living in slums increasing or decreasing?▾
Papua New Guinea's population living in slums rose by 0.6% from 2025 (22.94 %) to 2026 (23.07 %). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it rose by 4.9%.
How does Papua New Guinea rank for population living in slums?▾
In 2026, Papua New Guinea has the 76th highest population living in slums out of 196 countries with data.
What was Papua New Guinea's population living in slums in 2000?▾
In 2000, Papua New Guinea's population living in slums was 19.75 %. By 2026 it rose by 16.8%.
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