Azerbaijan Youth Literacy Rate
Literacy rate among youth ages 15-24 SE.ADT.1524.LT.ZS
Azerbaijan's youth literacy rate was 99.87% in 2025, ranked 13th globally. This represents a 0.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1999–2025.
Overview
Azerbaijan's youth literacy rate stood at 99.87% in 2025, a decline of +0.01pp from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 99.87% by 2025. Azerbaijan ranked 13th globally.
Azerbaijan's youth literacy rate has demonstrated remarkable stability over the past 15 years, with a slight decrease from the all-time peak of 100.00% in 2006 to 99.87% in 2025. This decline is notable, particularly when compared to neighboring countries such as Albania, which boasted a youth literacy rate of 99.91% in 2025. Azerbaijan's youth literacy rate has remained consistently high throughout the period, with the earliest recorded value in 1999 being 99.89%. The country's strong education system and efforts to promote literacy among young people have contributed to this achievement. However, a decrease in the youth literacy rate may indicate a need for continued investment in education infrastructure and policies to ensure that all young individuals have access to quality educational opportunities. A decline in government spending on education or a shift in educational priorities could further exacerbate this trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Youth Literacy Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 99.86% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 99.87% | - | - |
| 2025 | 99.87% | −0.01pp | #13 |
| 2023 | 99.88% | −0.05pp | #2 |
| 2019 | 99.93% | −0.01pp | #5 |
| 2017 | 99.94% | +0.00pp | #3 |
| 2016 | 99.94% | +0.00pp | #2 |
| 2015 | 99.94% | −0.02pp | #2 |
| 2014 | 99.96% | +0.01pp | #2 |
| 2013 | 99.95% | +0.01pp | #2 |
| 2012 | 99.94% | +0.00pp | #4 |
| 2011 | 99.94% | −0.01pp | #2 |
| 2010 | 99.95% | +0.00pp | #1 |
| 2009 | 99.95% | −0.04pp | #2 |
| 2007 | 99.99% | −0.01pp | #1 |
| 2006 | 100.00% | +0.11pp | #1 |
| 1999 | 99.89% | – | #1 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Azerbaijan matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw youth literacy rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Azerbaijan's youth literacy rate was 99.87% in 2025. Ranked 13th globally. This represents a 0.0% decrease from the previous year.
Azerbaijan's youth literacy rate peaked at 100.00% in 2006.
The lowest youth literacy rate in Azerbaijan was 99.87% in 2025.
Azerbaijan ranks 13th globally in youth literacy rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.ADT.1524.LT.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Azerbaijan's youth literacy rate is projected to reach 99.87% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The youth literacy rate of Azerbaijan in 2025 was 99.87%. This ranks 13th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Azerbaijan Youth Literacy Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/azerbaijan/youth-literacy-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
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