Sudan Dependency Ratio
Age dependency ratio (% of working-age population) SP.POP.DPND
Sudan's dependency ratio was 77.18 in 2025, ranked 23rd globally. This represents a 0.9% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Sudan's dependency ratio stood at 77.18 in 2025, a decline of +0.67 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 77.18 by 2025. Sudan ranked 23rd globally.
Sudan's dependency ratio has been steadily declining over the years, with the latest value in 2025 standing at 77.18, ranking 23rd globally. This is a significant decrease from its all-time peak of 102.46 in 1974, during a period of high population growth and limited economic opportunities. In comparison, peer countries such as Yemen and Nigeria have similar dependency ratios, with values of 77.31 and 77.36, respectively. The all-time trough in 2025 indicates a continued trend of declining dependency, with Sudan's ratio now lower than that of Côte d'Ivoire, which has a ratio of 76.11. As the country continues to experience demographic shifts and potential economic growth, the trajectory of its dependency ratio may be influenced by changes in fertility rates and labor market participation, which could alter the pace of decline in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Dependency Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 76.11 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 76.64 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 77.18 | - | - |
| 2025 | 77.18 | −0.67 | #23 |
| 2024 | 77.85 | −0.28 | #195 |
| 2023 | 78.13 | −0.56 | #194 |
| 2022 | 78.69 | −0.63 | #190 |
| 2021 | 79.32 | −0.62 | #190 |
| 2020 | 79.93 | −0.57 | #188 |
| 2019 | 80.50 | −0.84 | #188 |
| 2018 | 81.33 | −1.58 | #189 |
| 2017 | 82.91 | −1.73 | #191 |
| 2016 | 84.64 | −1.35 | #191 |
| 2015 | 85.99 | −1.49 | #195 |
| 2014 | 87.47 | −1.15 | #197 |
| 2013 | 88.62 | −0.56 | #197 |
| 2012 | 89.18 | −0.24 | #198 |
| 2011 | 89.42 | +0.03 | #198 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Sudan matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2024. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw dependency ratio improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Sudan's dependency ratio was 77.18 in 2025. Ranked 23rd globally. This represents a 0.9% decrease from the previous year.
Sudan's dependency ratio peaked at 102.46 in 1974.
The lowest dependency ratio in Sudan was 77.18 in 2025.
Sudan ranks 23rd globally in dependency ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.POP.DPND. Data sourced from World Bank.
Sudan's dependency ratio is projected to reach 77.18 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The dependency ratio of Sudan in 2025 was 77.18. This ranks 23rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_sudan_dependency-ratio,
title = {Sudan Dependency Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/sudan/dependency-ratio/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}