South Korea Population living in slums 2026: 5.46 %
South Korea's population living in slums in 2026 is 5.46 % (estimate), up 3.6% from 2025. It ranks #110 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 South Korea ranks (2026)
#110 of 196- #108
Cayman Islands5.6% - #109
Georgia5.51% - #110
South Korea5.46% - #111
India5.41% - #112
Algeria5.28%
Population living in slums over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends
| Year | Value | Change | % Change | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5.46 % | +0.19 % | +3.64% | |
| 2025 | 5.27 % | 0.03 % | -0.57% | |
| 2024 | 5.3 % | 0.03 % | -0.56% | |
| 2023 | 5.33 % | +0.83 % | +18.44% | |
| 2022 | 4.5 % | 0.55 % | -10.89% | |
| 2021 | 5.05 % | 0.55 % | -9.82% | |
| 2020 | 5.6 % | 0.6 % | -9.68% | |
| 2019 | 6.2 % | 0.6 % | -8.82% | |
| 2018 | 6.8 % | +0.5 % | +7.94% | |
| 2017 | 6.3 % | +0.5 % | +8.62% | |
| 2016 | 5.8 % | +0.55 % | +10.48% | |
| 2015 | 5.25 % | +0.55 % | +11.70% | |
| 2014 | 4.7 % | 1.15 % | -19.66% | |
| 2013 | 5.85 % | 1.15 % | -16.43% | |
| 2012 | 7 % | 1.15 % | -14.11% | |
| 2011 | 8.15 % | 1.15 % | -12.37% | |
| 2010 | 9.3 % | 0.88 % | -8.60% | |
| 2009 | 10.18 % | 0.88 % | -7.92% | |
| 2008 | 11.05 % | 0.88 % | -7.34% | |
| 2007 | 11.93 % | 0.88 % | -6.84% | |
| 2006 | 12.8 % | — | — |
Cite this page
Geo Factbook. (n.d.). South Korea: Population living in slums. Retrieved November 13, 2026, from https://geofactbook.com/countries/south-korea/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 South Korea Population living in slums
What is South Korea's population living in slums in 2026?▾
South Korea's population living in slums is 5.46 % in 2026 (estimate), according to UN Habitat.
Is South Korea's population living in slums increasing or decreasing?▾
South Korea's population living in slums rose by 3.6% from 2025 (5.27 %) to 2026 (5.46 %). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it fell by 5.8%.
How does South Korea rank for population living in slums?▾
In 2026, South Korea has the 110th highest population living in slums out of 196 countries with data.
What was South Korea's population living in slums in 2006?▾
In 2006, South Korea's population living in slums was 12.80 %. By 2026 it fell by 57.3%.
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