Portugal - Literacy Rate 1981
79.44%
Portugal's literacy rate was 79.44% in 1981. This was the 9th highest globally.
Global Ranking - 1981▾
| Rank | Country | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Cuba | 97.85% | - |
| 2nd | Italy | 96.46% | - |
| 3rd | Spain | 92.81% | - |
| 4th | Greece | 90.51% | - |
| 5th | Macao SAR, China | 90.38% | - |
| 6th | Montenegro | 89.64% | - |
| 7th | Sri Lanka | 86.78% | - |
| 8th | Peru | 81.92% | - |
| 9th | Portugal | 79.44% | - |
| 10th | Brunei Darussalam | 77.74% | - |
| 11th | Dominican Republic | 73.06% | - |
| 12th | Bahrain | 69.75% | - |
| 13th | São Tomé and Principe | 57.32% | - |
| 14th | Syrian Arab Republic | 55.65% | - |
| 15th | India | 40.76% | - |
| 16th | Bangladesh | 29.23% | - |
| 17th | Pakistan | 25.73% | - |
| 18th | Nepal | 20.57% | - |
FAQ
What was Portugal's literacy rate in 1981?▾
Portugal's literacy rate in 1981 was 79.44%. This ranked 9th globally.
Which country had the highest literacy rate in 1981?▾
Cuba had the highest literacy rate in 1981 at 97.85%.
What is the literacy rate of Portugal in 1981?▾
The literacy rate of Portugal in 1981 was 79.44%. This ranked 9th globally.
HistorySaid - pattern alert
Portugal matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 1981. Historically: 307 occurrences, 117 successful (38%). Outcome 24 months later: 24.0%. View full analysis →
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