Eritrea Dependency Ratio
Age dependency ratio (% of working-age population) SP.POP.DPND
Eritrea's dependency ratio was 71.60 in 2025, ranked 34th globally. This represents a 2.5% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Eritrea's dependency ratio stood at 71.60 in 2025, a decline of +1.83 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 71.60 by 2025. Eritrea ranked 34th globally.
Eritrea's dependency ratio has experienced a significant decline, from an all-time peak of 93.82 in 2000 to 71.60 in 2025, according to World Bank data. This represents a 23.22 percentage point reduction over the past 25 years, with the country now ranking 34th globally in terms of dependency ratio. In comparison, Tonga, a peer country, has a slightly higher dependency ratio of 72.97. Eritrea's decline can be attributed to a decrease in the proportion of the population that is dependent on others for support, likely driven by improvements in life expectancy and fertility rates. The dependency ratio has also shown a gradual decline since 1960, with the exception of a slight increase in the 1990s. As the population continues to age and fertility rates stabilize, Eritrea's dependency ratio is likely to remain relatively stable, potentially plateauing in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Dependency Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 68.26 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 69.93 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 71.60 | - | - |
| 2025 | 71.60 | −1.83 | #34 |
| 2024 | 73.43 | −1.48 | #184 |
| 2023 | 74.91 | −1.51 | #184 |
| 2022 | 76.42 | −1.75 | #185 |
| 2021 | 78.17 | −1.99 | #187 |
| 2020 | 80.16 | −1.85 | #189 |
| 2019 | 82.01 | −1.61 | #192 |
| 2018 | 83.62 | −1.27 | #193 |
| 2017 | 84.89 | −0.44 | #194 |
| 2016 | 85.33 | +0.02 | #194 |
| 2015 | 85.32 | +0.54 | #193 |
| 2014 | 84.77 | +0.31 | #192 |
| 2013 | 84.46 | −0.35 | #192 |
| 2012 | 84.81 | −0.48 | #190 |
| 2011 | 85.28 | −0.70 | #190 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Eritrea matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2019. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw dependency ratio improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Eritrea's dependency ratio was 71.60 in 2025. Ranked 34th globally. This represents a 2.5% decrease from the previous year.
Eritrea's dependency ratio peaked at 93.82 in 2000.
The lowest dependency ratio in Eritrea was 71.60 in 2025.
Eritrea ranks 34th globally in dependency ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.POP.DPND. Data sourced from World Bank.
Eritrea's dependency ratio is projected to reach 71.60 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The dependency ratio of Eritrea in 2025 was 71.60. This ranks 34th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_eritrea_dependency-ratio,
title = {Eritrea Dependency Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/eritrea/dependency-ratio/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}