Seychelles Dependency Ratio
Age dependency ratio (% of working-age population) SP.POP.DPND
Seychelles's dependency ratio was 40.09 in 2025, ranked 199th globally. This represents a 0.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Seychelles's dependency ratio stood at 40.09 in 2025, a rise of +0.25 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 40.09 by 2025. Seychelles ranked 199th globally.
The dependency ratio in Seychelles has exhibited a notable decline over the past six decades, from its all-time peak of 98.16 in 1970 to a low of 39.09 in 2019. This decrease reflects a decrease in the proportion of Seychelles' population that is dependent on the working-age population, indicating a shift towards a more mature population structure. As of 2025, Seychelles' dependency ratio stands at 40.09, ranking 199 globally. This value is comparable to that of Macao SAR, China, which has a slightly higher dependency ratio at 40.41. In contrast, Seychelles' dependency ratio has decreased significantly compared to the 1970s, when the country experienced high fertility rates and a relatively young population. The ongoing decline in the dependency ratio is expected to continue as the population ages and fertility rates remain low, but a significant increase in life expectancy would likely alter this trajectory, potentially reversing the decline in the dependency ratio.
Data & projection
| Year | Dependency Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 40.39 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 40.24 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 40.09 | - | - |
| 2025 | 40.09 | +0.25 | #199 |
| 2024 | 39.84 | +0.04 | #19 |
| 2023 | 39.80 | +0.02 | #19 |
| 2022 | 39.78 | +0.23 | #18 |
| 2021 | 39.55 | +0.34 | #17 |
| 2020 | 39.21 | +0.13 | #19 |
| 2019 | 39.09 | −0.00 | #18 |
| 2018 | 39.09 | −0.10 | #19 |
| 2017 | 39.19 | −0.21 | #22 |
| 2016 | 39.40 | −0.32 | #22 |
| 2015 | 39.73 | −0.37 | #23 |
| 2014 | 40.09 | −0.36 | #24 |
| 2013 | 40.45 | −0.44 | #27 |
| 2012 | 40.89 | −0.61 | #32 |
| 2011 | 41.49 | −0.76 | #33 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Seychelles matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2009. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw dependency ratio improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Seychelles's dependency ratio was 40.09 in 2025. Ranked 199th globally. This represents a 0.6% increase from the previous year.
Seychelles's dependency ratio peaked at 98.16 in 1970.
The lowest dependency ratio in Seychelles was 39.09 in 2019.
Seychelles ranks 199th globally in dependency ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.POP.DPND. Data sourced from World Bank.
Seychelles's dependency ratio is projected to reach 40.09 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The dependency ratio of Seychelles in 2025 was 40.09. This ranks 199th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_seychelles_dependency-ratio,
title = {Seychelles Dependency Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/seychelles/dependency-ratio/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}