Portugal Dependency Ratio
Age dependency ratio (% of working-age population) SP.POP.DPND
Portugal's dependency ratio was 60.19 in 2025, ranked 69th globally. This represents a 1.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Portugal's dependency ratio stood at 60.19 in 2025, a rise of +0.62 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 60.19 by 2025. Portugal ranked 69th globally.
Portugal's dependency ratio has exhibited a significant fluctuation over the years, ranging from 59.15 in 1960 to 62.19 in 1969, its highest point, and 48.16 in 1999, its lowest. As of 2025, the country's dependency ratio stands at 60.19, ranking it 69th globally. Portugal's trajectory is comparable to that of Sweden, which also experienced a peak in 1969 and a trough in 1999, albeit with a slightly higher ratio of 60.62 in 2025. The recent increase in Portugal's dependency ratio suggests a shift towards a more aged society, driven by a rising proportion of retirees. This trend is likely to continue unless significant policy interventions are made to address the issue, such as increasing the retirement age or promoting workforce participation among older adults.
Data & projection
| Year | Dependency Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 61.61 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 60.90 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 60.19 | - | - |
| 2025 | 60.19 | +0.62 | #69 |
| 2024 | 59.57 | +0.83 | #145 |
| 2023 | 58.74 | +0.79 | #139 |
| 2022 | 57.95 | +0.63 | #135 |
| 2021 | 57.32 | +0.58 | #130 |
| 2020 | 56.74 | +0.68 | #126 |
| 2019 | 56.06 | +0.66 | #122 |
| 2018 | 55.40 | +0.62 | #118 |
| 2017 | 54.78 | +0.67 | #118 |
| 2016 | 54.11 | +0.56 | #114 |
| 2015 | 53.55 | +0.48 | #113 |
| 2014 | 53.07 | +0.62 | #110 |
| 2013 | 52.45 | +0.60 | #107 |
| 2012 | 51.85 | +0.53 | #105 |
| 2011 | 51.32 | +0.48 | #99 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Portugal matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw dependency ratio improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Portugal's dependency ratio was 60.19 in 2025. Ranked 69th globally. This represents a 1.0% increase from the previous year.
Portugal's dependency ratio peaked at 62.19 in 1969.
The lowest dependency ratio in Portugal was 48.16 in 1999.
Portugal ranks 69th globally in dependency ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.POP.DPND. Data sourced from World Bank.
Portugal's dependency ratio is projected to reach 60.19 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The dependency ratio of Portugal in 2025 was 60.19. This ranks 69th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_portugal_dependency-ratio,
title = {Portugal Dependency Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/portugal/dependency-ratio/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}