Uruguay - Poverty Rate 1997
0.70%
−0.20pp from 1996
Uruguay's poverty rate was 0.70% in 1997, decreased +0.20pp from 0.90% in 1996. This was the 12th highest globally.
Global Ranking - 1997▾
| Rank | Country | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Bulgaria | 0.00% | -100.0% |
| 2nd | Germany | 0.00% | - |
| 3rd | Jordan | 0.00% | -100.0% |
| 4th | Luxembourg | 0.00% | - |
| 5th | Austria | 0.20% | - |
| 6th | France | 0.20% | 0.0% |
| 7th | United Kingdom | 0.20% | 0.0% |
| 8th | Slovenia | 0.20% | - |
| 9th | Belgium | 0.50% | -28.6% |
| 10th | Canada | 0.50% | 0.0% |
| 11th | Israel | 0.50% | 150.0% |
| 12th | Uruguay | 0.70% | -22.2% |
| 13th | United States | 0.70% | 0.0% |
| 14th | Spain | 1.00% | -33.3% |
| 15th | Malaysia | 1.70% | -67.3% |
| 16th | Russian Federation | 2.70% | -62.0% |
| 17th | Latvia | 3.50% | -7.9% |
| 18th | Romania | 4.20% | 20.0% |
| 19th | Argentina | 5.20% | -3.7% |
| 20th | Dominican Republic | 8.10% | 1.3% |
| 21st | Costa Rica | 9.10% | -22.2% |
| 22nd | Paraguay | 14.90% | -18.6% |
| 23rd | Bolivia, Plurinational State of | 18.60% | 34.8% |
| 24th | Moldova | 19.10% | - |
| 25th | Panama | 19.90% | -5.7% |
| 26th | Brazil | 20.40% | -1.4% |
| 27th | Belize | 26.00% | 11.6% |
| 28th | Peru | 26.90% | 4.7% |
| 29th | Honduras | 27.50% | -28.0% |
| 30th | Georgia | 28.20% | 131.1% |
| 31st | Philippines | 30.70% | -20.9% |
| 32nd | Kenya | 32.60% | 1.9% |
| 33rd | Viet Nam | 38.10% | -33.7% |
| 34th | Lao PDR | 62.00% | 47.3% |
| 35th | Malawi | 64.60% | - |
| 36th | Madagascar | 80.70% | -2.9% |
FAQ
What was Uruguay's poverty rate in 1997?▾
Uruguay's poverty rate in 1997 was 0.70%. This ranked 12th globally.
How did Uruguay's poverty rate change in 1997?▾
Uruguay's poverty rate decreased by 22.2% in 1997 compared to 1996.
Which country had the highest poverty rate in 1997?▾
Madagascar had the highest poverty rate in 1997 at 80.70%.
What is the poverty rate of Uruguay in 1997?▾
The poverty rate of Uruguay in 1997 was 0.70%. This ranked 12th globally.
How does 1997 compare to 1996 for Uruguay's poverty rate?▾
Uruguay's poverty rate went from 0.90% in 1996 to 0.70% in 1997, a 22.2% decrease.
HistorySaid - pattern alert
Uruguay matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1997. Historically: 311 occurrences, 177 successful (57%). Outcome 24 months later: 5.7%. View full analysis →
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