Somalia Population living in slums 2026: 43.35 %
Somalia's population living in slums in 2026 is 43.35 % (estimate), down 3.2% from 2025. It ranks #44 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).
Population living in slums over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends
| Year | Value | Change | % Change | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 43.35 % | 1.41 % | -3.16% | |
| 2025 | 44.77 % | 1.33 % | -2.88% | |
| 2024 | 46.1 % | 1.33 % | -2.80% | |
| 2023 | 47.43 % | 1.26 % | -2.59% | |
| 2022 | 48.69 % | 1.63 % | -3.23% | |
| 2021 | 50.31 % | 1.63 % | -3.13% | |
| 2020 | 51.94 % | 0.72 % | -1.36% | |
| 2019 | 52.65 % | 0.72 % | -1.34% | |
| 2018 | 53.37 % | 1.74 % | -3.15% | |
| 2017 | 55.11 % | 1.74 % | -3.05% | |
| 2016 | 56.84 % | 1.34 % | -2.31% | |
| 2015 | 58.19 % | 1.34 % | -2.26% | |
| 2014 | 59.53 % | 1.32 % | -2.17% | |
| 2013 | 60.85 % | 1.32 % | -2.12% | |
| 2012 | 62.17 % | 1.32 % | -2.09% | |
| 2011 | 63.49 % | 1.32 % | -2.04% | |
| 2010 | 64.82 % | 1.29 % | -1.96% | |
| 2009 | 66.11 % | 1.29 % | -1.92% | |
| 2008 | 67.41 % | 1.24 % | -1.81% | |
| 2007 | 68.65 % | 1.24 % | -1.78% | |
| 2006 | 69.89 % | 1.23 % | -1.73% | |
| 2005 | 71.13 % | 1.23 % | -1.70% | |
| 2004 | 72.36 % | 1.2 % | -1.63% | |
| 2003 | 73.56 % | 1.2 % | -1.61% | |
| 2002 | 74.76 % | 0.99 % | -1.30% | |
| 2001 | 75.75 % | 0.99 % | -1.29% | |
| 2000 | 76.74 % | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions About Somalia Population living in slums
What is Somalia's population living in slums in 2026?▾
Somalia's population living in slums is 43.35 % in 2026 (estimate), according to UN Habitat.
Is Somalia's population living in slums increasing or decreasing?▾
Somalia's population living in slums fell by 3.2% from 2025 (44.77 %) to 2026 (43.35 %). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it fell by 23.7%.
How does Somalia rank for population living in slums?▾
In 2026, Somalia has the 44th highest population living in slums out of 196 countries with data.
What was Somalia's population living in slums in 2000?▾
In 2000, Somalia's population living in slums was 76.74 %. By 2026 it fell by 43.5%.
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