Despite improvements in recent years, poverty in the Philippines remains high, and the pace of poverty reduction has been slower compared to other East Asian countries.

As of 2023, 17.5 million Filipinos, or 15.5 percent of the population, lived in poverty according to official estimates. Building resilience continues to be a crucial priority for the Philippines.

Jan 8, 2025 · The estimated numbers of Self-Rated Poor families were 17.4 million in December 2024, up from 16.3 million in September 2024, SWS said.

Aug 15, 2024 · As a percentage of the total population, the number of poor Filipinos translates to a poverty incidence rate of 15.5%, down from 18.1% in 2021.

May 27, 2024 · Here is everything you need to know about poverty in the Philippines. Poverty in the Philippines declined to 22.4% in 2023, down 1.3% from the same period in 2021. However, …

The latest statistical data on poverty and socioeconomic development in the Philippines.

Jun 1, 2025 · In 2023, the Philippine poverty rate was 15.5%, affecting approximately 17.54 million Filipinos. While this is a significant reduction from the 49.2% poverty rate in 1985, …

Comprehending the root causes of poverty and developing practical solutions is crucial for breaking the cycle of hardship experienced by many Filipinos. We’ll examine the causes of …

Jul 22, 2024 · The 2023 Full Year Official Poverty Statistics, released today, July 22, by the Philippine Statistics Authority, showed that the poverty incidence among the population …

Mar 16, 2024 · So, what is the real story behind poverty in the Philippines, and what can be done to address this pressing issue? In this article, we delve into the causes, impacts, and potential …