Yemen/Society

Society in Yemen

An overview of key social indicators. Select a category for detailed trends, charts, and insights.

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Demographics

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Population
39.4M(2023)
Population Growth
3%(2023)
Fertility Rate
4.59(2023)
Death Rate
4.8 per 1k(2023)
Net Migration
-10.5K(2024)

Public Health

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Life Expectancy
69.3 years(2023)
Under-5 Mortality
39.3 per 1k(2023)
Maternal Mortality
118 per 100k(2023)
Health Expenditure
6.2%(2022)

Education & Human Capital

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Literacy Rate
54.1%(2004)
Primary Enrollment
84.2%(2016)
Secondary Enrollment
47.2%(2016)
Tertiary Enrollment
9.3(2011)
Education Expenditure
5.5%(2012)

Infrastructure & Connectivity

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Internet Users
13.8%(2020)
Access to Electricity
83.6%(2023)
Access to Basic Drinking Water
61.8%(2022)
Urban Population
15.7M(2023)
Rural Population
23.7M(2023)

Current Social Overview of Yemen

A summary based on key social and demographic indicators.

  • Yemen has an estimated population of 39.4M
    2023
    The nation is experiencing rapid demographic expansion with an annual growth rate of 3.0%
    2023
    , indicative of a dynamic and youthful population structure and potential for a significant demographic dividend. The elevated fertility rate of 4.6 births per woman
    2023
    contributes to a young population, presenting both opportunities for future growth and demands on educational and health services. Net emigration is relatively minor, impacting the population by approximately 10K individuals annually (or -0.3 per 1,000 inhabitants)
    2024
    .
  • Regarding public health, Healthcare outcomes show foundational progress with a life expectancy of 69.3 years
    2023
    , yet significant disparities or developmental gaps may still exist. Concurrently, Healthcare delivery faces significant systemic challenges, as evidenced by elevated child mortality (under 5 years) (39.3 per 1,000 live births
    2023
    and maternal mortality (118 per 100,000 live births
    2023
    ) rates, suggesting areas for critical intervention and resource allocation. These outcomes are supported by a moderate commitment to health system development, with 6.2% of GDP directed to healthcare expenditure
    2022
    .
  • Basic literacy development shows promise at 54%
    2004
    , but substantial and targeted investment is required to expand educational access and improve outcomes comprehensively. Complementing this, while primary education reaches 84% of children
    2016
    , secondary enrollment at 47%
    2016
    suggests significant attrition challenges that may hinder higher skill development and future economic potential. This educational framework is supported by moderate public support, with 5.5% of GDP allocated to public educational expenditure
    2012
    , reflecting a balanced approach to funding.
  • In terms of infrastructure and connectivity, the primarily rural population distribution (60% rural population
    2023
    ) presents distinct challenges for universal infrastructure provision, service access, and economic modernization. Furthermore, basic infrastructure coverage includes 84% electricity access
    2023
    . However, digital connectivity at {currentInternet}% internet penetration
    2020
    indicates significant opportunities for further digital transformation and economic inclusion.

Key Development Insights

Population Dynamics

A youthful, rapidly growing population presents a "demographic dividend" opportunity if met with sufficient investment in jobs and services.

Public Health System

Public health outcomes are a core indicator of national development and quality of life. Access to healthcare is essential for sustainable growth.

Human Capital Formation

Improving foundational literacy and secondary school completion is a critical priority for unlocking future economic potential.

Infrastructure & Connectivity

Infrastructure shapes economic efficiency, urbanization patterns, and digital integration, being critical for modern economies.

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