Bolivia, Plurinational State of Dependency Ratio
Age dependency ratio (% of working-age population) SP.POP.DPND
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's dependency ratio was 54.02 in 2025, ranked 118th globally. This represents a 1.5% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's dependency ratio stood at 54.02 in 2025, a decline of +0.85 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 54.02 by 2025. Bolivia, Plurinational State of ranked 118th globally.
Bolivia's dependency ratio has undergone significant changes over the past six and a half decades. At its all-time peak in 1960, the ratio stood at 84.03, indicating a high proportion of dependents to working-age individuals. Conversely, in 2025, the ratio plummeted to 54.02, its lowest recorded level, placing Bolivia at rank 118 globally. This substantial decline in the dependency ratio is comparable to that of Austria, which also has a ratio of 54.11. The drastic reduction in Bolivia's dependency ratio can be attributed to a decline in fertility rates and an increase in life expectancy. As the population ages and fertility rates stabilize, Bolivia is expected to continue experiencing a decrease in its dependency ratio. However, a reversal in this trend could occur if fertility rates rise in response to an improvement in economic conditions, potentially leading to an increase in the working-age population.
Data & projection
| Year | Dependency Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 52.50 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 53.26 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 54.02 | - | - |
| 2025 | 54.02 | −0.85 | #118 |
| 2024 | 54.87 | −0.64 | #111 |
| 2023 | 55.50 | −0.69 | #115 |
| 2022 | 56.20 | −0.82 | #117 |
| 2021 | 57.01 | −0.90 | #126 |
| 2020 | 57.91 | −0.80 | #136 |
| 2019 | 58.71 | −0.73 | #141 |
| 2018 | 59.44 | −0.75 | #142 |
| 2017 | 60.19 | −0.78 | #146 |
| 2016 | 60.97 | −0.84 | #150 |
| 2015 | 61.81 | −0.92 | #150 |
| 2014 | 62.73 | −0.94 | #150 |
| 2013 | 63.67 | −0.89 | #152 |
| 2012 | 64.56 | −0.89 | #153 |
| 2011 | 65.44 | −0.91 | #154 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bolivia, Plurinational State of matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw dependency ratio improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's dependency ratio was 54.02 in 2025. Ranked 118th globally. This represents a 1.5% decrease from the previous year.
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's dependency ratio peaked at 84.03 in 1960.
The lowest dependency ratio in Bolivia, Plurinational State of was 54.02 in 2025.
Bolivia, Plurinational State of ranks 118th globally in dependency ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.POP.DPND. Data sourced from World Bank.
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's dependency ratio is projected to reach 54.02 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The dependency ratio of Bolivia, Plurinational State of in 2025 was 54.02. This ranks 118th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bolivia-plurinational-state-of_dependency-ratio,
title = {Bolivia, Plurinational State of Dependency Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bolivia-plurinational-state-of/dependency-ratio/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}