Philippines Dependency Ratio
Age dependency ratio (% of working-age population) SP.POP.DPND
Philippines's dependency ratio was 48.84 in 2025, ranked 156th globally. This represents a 2.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Philippines's dependency ratio stood at 48.84 in 2025, a decline of +1.22 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 48.84 by 2025. Philippines ranked 156th globally.
The Philippines' dependency ratio has undergone significant changes over the past 66 years. Since its all-time peak of 105.65 in 1963, the country has experienced a notable decline, with the ratio reaching a low of 48.84 in 2025, making it the 156th globally. This trend contrasts with some of its peer countries, such as Peru, which has a slightly higher ratio of 48.95. The country's declining dependency ratio is largely due to a decrease in its youth population, with the percentage of the population below 15 years old decreasing from 43.71 in 1960 to 30.29 in 2025. This demographic shift has contributed to a more balanced age structure, which could have positive implications for the country's economic growth and development. However, the continued aging of the population and potential changes in fertility rates could alter the trajectory of the dependency ratio in the coming years, potentially leading to an increase in the ratio as the proportion of elderly individuals grows.
Data & projection
| Year | Dependency Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 46.47 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 47.65 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 48.84 | - | - |
| 2025 | 48.84 | −1.22 | #156 |
| 2024 | 50.06 | −1.16 | #66 |
| 2023 | 51.22 | −1.16 | #75 |
| 2022 | 52.37 | −1.22 | #87 |
| 2021 | 53.60 | −1.22 | #94 |
| 2020 | 54.82 | −0.93 | #108 |
| 2019 | 55.75 | −0.75 | #117 |
| 2018 | 56.50 | −0.87 | #130 |
| 2017 | 57.37 | −1.04 | #134 |
| 2016 | 58.40 | −1.12 | #137 |
| 2015 | 59.52 | −0.94 | #142 |
| 2014 | 60.46 | −0.73 | #143 |
| 2013 | 61.18 | −0.84 | #145 |
| 2012 | 62.03 | −0.88 | #147 |
| 2011 | 62.91 | −0.89 | #148 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Philippines 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
Philippines's dependency ratio was 48.84 in 2025. Ranked 156th globally. This represents a 2.4% decrease from the previous year.
Philippines's dependency ratio peaked at 105.65 in 1963.
The lowest dependency ratio in Philippines was 48.84 in 2025.
Philippines ranks 156th globally in dependency ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.POP.DPND. Data sourced from World Bank.
Philippines's dependency ratio is projected to reach 48.84 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The dependency ratio of Philippines in 2025 was 48.84. This ranks 156th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_philippines_dependency-ratio,
title = {Philippines Dependency Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/philippines/dependency-ratio/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}