Chile Dependency Ratio
Age dependency ratio (% of working-age population) SP.POP.DPND
Chile's dependency ratio was 45.16 in 2025, ranked 177th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Chile's dependency ratio stood at 45.16 in 2025, a rise of +0.02 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 45.16 by 2025. Chile ranked 177th globally.
Chile's dependency ratio has undergone significant fluctuations since 1960, with the indicator reaching an all-time peak of 75.91 in 1962, indicating a substantial elderly population burden. The ratio gradually decreased over the years, reaching a trough of 44.99 in 2019, suggesting a more favorable age structure. As of 2025, Chile's dependency ratio stands at 45.16, ranking 177 globally. Luxembourg, a peer country, boasts a slightly higher dependency ratio of 45.60. The downward trend in Chile's dependency ratio is attributed to a declining elderly population burden, which may continue if fertility rates remain stable. However, a reversal in this trend could be triggered by a decline in fertility rates, potentially leading to an increase in the dependency ratio.
Data & projection
| Year | Dependency Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 45.22 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 45.19 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 45.16 | - | - |
| 2025 | 45.16 | +0.02 | #177 |
| 2024 | 45.14 | +0.05 | #39 |
| 2023 | 45.09 | +0.04 | #42 |
| 2022 | 45.05 | +0.01 | #42 |
| 2021 | 45.04 | +0.03 | #43 |
| 2020 | 45.01 | +0.02 | #42 |
| 2019 | 44.99 | −0.09 | #42 |
| 2018 | 45.08 | −0.16 | #40 |
| 2017 | 45.24 | −0.12 | #41 |
| 2016 | 45.36 | +0.03 | #46 |
| 2015 | 45.33 | +0.07 | #46 |
| 2014 | 45.25 | −0.01 | #47 |
| 2013 | 45.26 | −0.13 | #50 |
| 2012 | 45.39 | −0.27 | #52 |
| 2011 | 45.67 | −0.41 | #55 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Chile matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2010. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw dependency ratio improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Chile's dependency ratio was 45.16 in 2025. Ranked 177th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from the previous year.
Chile's dependency ratio peaked at 75.91 in 1962.
The lowest dependency ratio in Chile was 44.99 in 2019.
Chile ranks 177th globally in dependency ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.POP.DPND. Data sourced from World Bank.
Chile's dependency ratio is projected to reach 45.16 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The dependency ratio of Chile in 2025 was 45.16. This ranks 177th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_chile_dependency-ratio,
title = {Chile Dependency Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/chile/dependency-ratio/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}