Sierra Leone Population living in slums 2026: 43.75 %
Sierra Leone's population living in slums in 2026 is 43.75 % (estimate), down 2.9% from 2025. It ranks #38 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 Sierra Leone ranks (2026)
#38 of 196- #36
Bolivia45.61% - #37
Zambia45.09% - #38
Sierra Leone43.75% - #39
Bhutan43.64% - #39
Iran43.64%
Population living in slums over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends
| Year | Value | Change | % Change | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 43.75 % | 1.29 % | -2.86% | |
| 2025 | 45.04 % | 1.23 % | -2.66% | |
| 2024 | 46.27 % | 1.23 % | -2.59% | |
| 2023 | 47.5 % | 1.78 % | -3.61% | |
| 2022 | 49.28 % | 0.68 % | -1.37% | |
| 2021 | 49.96 % | 0.68 % | -1.35% | |
| 2020 | 50.65 % | 1.37 % | -2.63% | |
| 2019 | 52.02 % | 1.37 % | -2.56% | |
| 2018 | 53.38 % | 1.37 % | -2.50% | |
| 2017 | 54.75 % | 1.37 % | -2.44% | |
| 2016 | 56.12 % | 1.37 % | -2.38% | |
| 2015 | 57.49 % | 1.37 % | -2.33% | |
| 2014 | 58.86 % | 1.37 % | -2.27% | |
| 2013 | 60.23 % | 1.37 % | -2.22% | |
| 2012 | 61.6 % | 1.37 % | -2.17% | |
| 2011 | 62.97 % | 1.37 % | -2.13% | |
| 2010 | 64.33 % | 1.37 % | -2.08% | |
| 2009 | 65.7 % | 1.37 % | -2.04% | |
| 2008 | 67.07 % | 1.37 % | -2.00% | |
| 2007 | 68.44 % | 1.37 % | -1.96% | |
| 2006 | 69.81 % | 1.37 % | -1.92% | |
| 2005 | 71.18 % | 1.37 % | -1.89% | |
| 2004 | 72.55 % | 0.68 % | -0.92% | |
| 2003 | 73.22 % | 0.68 % | -0.92% | |
| 2002 | 73.9 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2001 | 73.9 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2000 | 73.9 % | — | — |
Cite this page
Geo Factbook. (n.d.). Sierra Leone: Population living in slums. Retrieved November 13, 2026, from https://geofactbook.com/countries/sierra-leone/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 Sierra Leone Population living in slums
What is Sierra Leone's population living in slums in 2026?▾
Sierra Leone's population living in slums is 43.75 % in 2026 (estimate), according to UN Habitat.
Is Sierra Leone's population living in slums increasing or decreasing?▾
Sierra Leone's population living in slums fell by 2.9% from 2025 (45.04 %) to 2026 (43.75 %). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it fell by 22.0%.
How does Sierra Leone rank for population living in slums?▾
In 2026, Sierra Leone has the 38th highest population living in slums out of 196 countries with data.
What was Sierra Leone's population living in slums in 2000?▾
In 2000, Sierra Leone's population living in slums was 73.90 %. By 2026 it fell by 40.8%.
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