Poverty
SDG Target 1.1
Eradicate extreme poverty for all people everywhere.
Global Progress and Projections for Poverty
Percentage of Population Below the International Poverty Line (US$1.90/Day)
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2030 Target
Historical Average
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The pandemic and resulting economic crises have reversed progress on eliminating poverty by four years. In places where extreme poverty, epidemic waves, economic challenges, and demographic factors continue to persist, we expect poverty reduction to stall at near current levels in the years ahead.
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Progress is achieved at different rates for different regions and countries. For any geography, the pace of progress can also change over time, accelerating or slowing depending on a range of factors. Global averages often mask huge differences between countries or regions. Select up to three geographies to compare with the global average. Create your own custom chart and download or share.
Historical Progress for Poverty
Percentage of Population Below the International Poverty Line (US$1.90/Day)
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2030 Target
Global
Central Europe, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia
1.2%
1990
2020
High-Income
0.0%
1990
2020
Latin America and Caribbean
3.0%
1990
2020
North Africa and Middle East
4.4%
1990
2020
South Asia
7.0%
1990
2020
South-East Asia, East Asia, and Oceania
2.3%
1990
2020
Sub-Saharan Africa
42.7%
1990
2020