Poverty rate (South Africa): 37.9 % in 2022, the latest available value.
5 observations from 2005 to 2022. Source: World Bank.
Share of the population below the poverty line (60% of median income); lower is better.
| Period | Value |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 37.9 % |
| 2014 | 46.7 % |
| 2010 | 45.8 % |
| 2008 | 55.7 % |
| 2005 | 57.5 % |