Trinidad and Tobago Population living in slums 2026: 8.02 %
Trinidad and Tobago's population living in slums in 2026 is 8.02 % (estimate), down 1.9% from 2025. It ranks #100 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 Trinidad and Tobago ranks (2026)
#100 of 196- #98
Fiji8.74% - #99
Colombia8.21% - #100
Trinidad and Tobago8.02% - #101
Guyana7.98% - #102
Turkmenistan7.88%
Population living in slums over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends
| Year | Value | Change | % Change | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8.02 % | 0.16 % | -1.94% | |
| 2025 | 8.18 % | +0.01 % | +0.15% | |
| 2024 | 8.17 % | +0.01 % | +0.15% | |
| 2023 | 8.16 % | 0.47 % | -5.45% | |
| 2022 | 8.63 % | +0.19 % | +2.23% | |
| 2021 | 8.44 % | +0.19 % | +2.28% | |
| 2020 | 8.25 % | +0.19 % | +2.33% | |
| 2019 | 8.06 % | +0.19 % | +2.39% | |
| 2018 | 7.88 % | +0.19 % | +2.44% | |
| 2017 | 7.69 % | +0.19 % | +2.51% | |
| 2016 | 7.5 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2015 | 7.5 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2014 | 7.5 % | 0.22 % | -2.85% | |
| 2013 | 7.72 % | 0.22 % | -2.77% | |
| 2012 | 7.94 % | 0.39 % | -4.68% | |
| 2011 | 8.33 % | 0.39 % | -4.47% | |
| 2010 | 8.72 % | 0.39 % | -4.28% | |
| 2009 | 9.11 % | 0.39 % | -4.11% | |
| 2008 | 9.5 % | 0.39 % | -3.94% | |
| 2007 | 9.89 % | 0.39 % | -3.79% | |
| 2006 | 10.28 % | 0.39 % | -3.66% | |
| 2005 | 10.67 % | 0.39 % | -3.53% | |
| 2004 | 11.06 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2003 | 11.06 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2002 | 11.06 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2001 | 11.06 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2000 | 11.06 % | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions About Trinidad and Tobago Population living in slums
What is Trinidad and Tobago's population living in slums in 2026?▾
Trinidad and Tobago's population living in slums is 8.02 % in 2026 (estimate), according to UN Habitat.
Is Trinidad and Tobago's population living in slums increasing or decreasing?▾
Trinidad and Tobago's population living in slums fell by 1.9% from 2025 (8.18 %) to 2026 (8.02 %). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it rose by 7.0%.
How does Trinidad and Tobago rank for population living in slums?▾
In 2026, Trinidad and Tobago has the 100th highest population living in slums out of 196 countries with data.
What was Trinidad and Tobago's population living in slums in 2000?▾
In 2000, Trinidad and Tobago's population living in slums was 11.06 %. By 2026 it fell by 27.5%.
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