Zambia Population living in slums 2026: 45.09 %
Zambia's population living in slums in 2026 is 45.09 % (estimate), down 1.5% from 2025. It ranks #37 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 Zambia ranks (2026)
#37 of 196
Population living in slums over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends
| Year | Value | Change | % Change | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 45.09 % | 0.68 % | -1.49% | |
| 2025 | 45.77 % | 0.62 % | -1.34% | |
| 2024 | 46.39 % | 0.62 % | -1.32% | |
| 2023 | 47.02 % | 1.24 % | -2.57% | |
| 2022 | 48.26 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2021 | 48.26 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2020 | 48.26 % | 0.78 % | -1.58% | |
| 2019 | 49.03 % | 0.78 % | -1.56% | |
| 2018 | 49.81 % | 0.78 % | -1.53% | |
| 2017 | 50.59 % | 0.78 % | -1.51% | |
| 2016 | 51.36 % | 0.78 % | -1.49% | |
| 2015 | 52.14 % | 0.78 % | -1.47% | |
| 2014 | 52.92 % | 0.78 % | -1.45% | |
| 2013 | 53.69 % | 0.78 % | -1.43% | |
| 2012 | 54.47 % | 0.78 % | -1.41% | |
| 2011 | 55.25 % | 0.78 % | -1.39% | |
| 2010 | 56.02 % | 0.78 % | -1.37% | |
| 2009 | 56.8 % | 0.78 % | -1.35% | |
| 2008 | 57.57 % | 0.78 % | -1.33% | |
| 2007 | 58.35 % | 0.78 % | -1.31% | |
| 2006 | 59.13 % | 0.78 % | -1.30% | |
| 2005 | 59.9 % | 0.78 % | -1.28% | |
| 2004 | 60.68 % | 0.78 % | -1.26% | |
| 2003 | 61.46 % | 0.78 % | -1.25% | |
| 2002 | 62.23 % | 0.78 % | -1.23% | |
| 2001 | 63.01 % | 0.78 % | -1.22% | |
| 2000 | 63.78 % | — | — |
Cite this page
Geo Factbook. (n.d.). Zambia: Population living in slums. Retrieved November 13, 2026, from https://geofactbook.com/countries/zambia/population-living-in-slums
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zambia Population living in slums
What is Zambia's population living in slums in 2026?▾
Zambia's population living in slums is 45.09 % in 2026 (estimate), according to UN Habitat.
Is Zambia's population living in slums increasing or decreasing?▾
Zambia's population living in slums fell by 1.5% from 2025 (45.77 %) to 2026 (45.09 %). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it fell by 12.2%.
How does Zambia rank for population living in slums?▾
In 2026, Zambia has the 37th highest population living in slums out of 196 countries with data.
What was Zambia's population living in slums in 2000?▾
In 2000, Zambia's population living in slums was 63.78 %. By 2026 it fell by 29.3%.
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