HIV Prevalence
Prevalence of HIV as a percentage of population ages 15-49.
This page uses the latest available World Bank observation (2024). Country-level datasets often lag the current calendar year because they depend on official reporting and validation.
What is the global average HIV Prevalence?
The global average HIV Prevalence is 1.41 % of population (15-49) as of 2024. Eswatini has the highest at 23.4 % of population (15-49), while Yemen has the lowest at 0.1 % of population (15-49). Data covers 148 countries. Source: World Bank.
Top Countries
Regional Averages
Country Rankings
View full rankings| # | Country | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eswatini | 23.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 2 | South Africa | 17.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 3 | Lesotho | 17.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 4 | Botswana | 15.7 % of population (15-49) |
| 5 | Mozambique | 11.5 % of population (15-49) |
| 6 | Zimbabwe | 9.8 % of population (15-49) |
| 7 | Zambia | 9.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 8 | Namibia | 9 % of population (15-49) |
| 9 | Malawi | 6.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 10 | Uganda | 4.9 % of population (15-49) |
| 11 | Tanzania | 3.5 % of population (15-49) |
| 12 | Republic of the Congo | 3.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 13 | Kenya | 3 % of population (15-49) |
| 14 | Gabon | 2.8 % of population (15-49) |
| 15 | Cameroon | 2.5 % of population (15-49) |
| 16 | Central African Republic | 2.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 17 | Guinea-Bissau | 2.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 18 | Rwanda | 2 % of population (15-49) |
| 19 | Ivory Coast | 1.7 % of population (15-49) |
| 20 | Angola | 1.6 % of population (15-49) |
| 21 | Guyana | 1.6 % of population (15-49) |
| 22 | Haiti | 1.6 % of population (15-49) |
| 23 | Suriname | 1.6 % of population (15-49) |
| 24 | Togo | 1.6 % of population (15-49) |
| 25 | Ghana | 1.5 % of population (15-49) |
| 26 | Papua New Guinea | 1.5 % of population (15-49) |
| 27 | South Sudan | 1.5 % of population (15-49) |
| 28 | Sierra Leone | 1.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 29 | Gambia | 1.3 % of population (15-49) |
| 30 | Guinea | 1.3 % of population (15-49) |
| 31 | Belize | 1.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 32 | Nigeria | 1.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 33 | Antigua and Barbuda | 1.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 34 | Bahamas | 1.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 35 | Jamaica | 1.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 36 | Panama | 1.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 37 | Barbados | 1 % of population (15-49) |
| 38 | Dominican Republic | 1 % of population (15-49) |
| 39 | Fiji | 1 % of population (15-49) |
| 40 | Thailand | 1 % of population (15-49) |
| 41 | Cape Verde | 0.9 % of population (15-49) |
| 42 | Djibouti | 0.9 % of population (15-49) |
| 43 | Liberia | 0.9 % of population (15-49) |
| 44 | Moldova | 0.9 % of population (15-49) |
| 45 | Myanmar | 0.9 % of population (15-49) |
| 46 | Chad | 0.9 % of population (15-49) |
| 47 | Burundi | 0.8 % of population (15-49) |
| 48 | Saint Kitts and Nevis | 0.8 % of population (15-49) |
| 49 | Mali | 0.8 % of population (15-49) |
| 50 | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | 0.8 % of population (15-49) |
| 51 | Benin | 0.7 % of population (15-49) |
| 52 | Brazil | 0.7 % of population (15-49) |
| 53 | DR Congo | 0.7 % of population (15-49) |
| 54 | Chile | 0.7 % of population (15-49) |
| 55 | Estonia | 0.7 % of population (15-49) |
| 56 | Ethiopia | 0.7 % of population (15-49) |
| 57 | Colombia | 0.6 % of population (15-49) |
| 58 | Costa Rica | 0.6 % of population (15-49) |
| 59 | Cuba | 0.6 % of population (15-49) |
| 60 | Venezuela | 0.6 % of population (15-49) |
| 61 | Burkina Faso | 0.5 % of population (15-49) |
| 62 | Dominica | 0.5 % of population (15-49) |
| 63 | Cambodia | 0.5 % of population (15-49) |
| 64 | Latvia | 0.5 % of population (15-49) |
| 65 | Madagascar | 0.5 % of population (15-49) |
| 66 | Mexico | 0.5 % of population (15-49) |
| 67 | Portugal | 0.5 % of population (15-49) |
| 68 | Paraguay | 0.5 % of population (15-49) |
| 69 | Armenia | 0.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 70 | Argentina | 0.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 71 | Bolivia | 0.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 72 | Ecuador | 0.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 73 | Eritrea | 0.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 74 | Georgia | 0.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 75 | Indonesia | 0.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 76 | Laos | 0.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 77 | Saint Lucia | 0.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 78 | Peru | 0.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 79 | El Salvador | 0.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 80 | Tuvalu | 0.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 81 | Vietnam | 0.4 % of population (15-49) |
| 82 | Spain | 0.3 % of population (15-49) |
| 83 | Greece | 0.3 % of population (15-49) |
| 84 | Italy | 0.3 % of population (15-49) |
| 85 | Kyrgyzstan | 0.3 % of population (15-49) |
| 86 | Kazakhstan | 0.3 % of population (15-49) |
| 87 | Luxembourg | 0.3 % of population (15-49) |
| 88 | Malta | 0.3 % of population (15-49) |
| 89 | Malaysia | 0.3 % of population (15-49) |
| 90 | Philippines | 0.3 % of population (15-49) |
| 91 | Senegal | 0.3 % of population (15-49) |
| 92 | Belgium | 0.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 93 | Bhutan | 0.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 94 | Switzerland | 0.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 95 | Germany | 0.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 96 | Guatemala | 0.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 97 | Honduras | 0.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 98 | Ireland | 0.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 99 | India | 0.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 100 | Lithuania | 0.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 101 | Niger | 0.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 102 | Pakistan | 0.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 103 | Romania | 0.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 104 | Sudan | 0.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 105 | Tajikistan | 0.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 106 | Timor-Leste | 0.2 % of population (15-49) |
| 107 | United Arab Emirates | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 108 | Afghanistan | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 109 | Albania | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 110 | Australia | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 111 | Azerbaijan | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 112 | Bangladesh | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 113 | Bulgaria | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 114 | Bahrain | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 115 | Denmark | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 116 | Algeria | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 117 | Egypt | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 118 | Croatia | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 119 | Iraq | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 120 | Iceland | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 121 | Jordan | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 122 | Comoros | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 123 | Kuwait | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 124 | Lebanon | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 125 | Sri Lanka | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 126 | Libya | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 127 | Morocco | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 128 | Montenegro | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 129 | North Macedonia | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 130 | Mongolia | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 131 | Mauritania | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 132 | Maldives | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 133 | Norway | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 134 | Nepal | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 135 | New Zealand | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 136 | Oman | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 137 | Qatar | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 138 | Serbia | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 139 | Saudi Arabia | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 140 | Solomon Islands | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 141 | Singapore | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 142 | Slovenia | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 143 | Slovakia | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 144 | Somalia | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 145 | Syria | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 146 | Tunisia | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 147 | Vanuatu | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
| 148 | Yemen | 0.1 % of population (15-49) |
Definition
HIV prevalence measures the percentage of the population aged 15 to 49 living with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus. This indicator focuses on the reproductive and economically active age group, providing a standardized metric to compare the burden of the epidemic across different nations and regions according to the latest available international health data.
How it is calculated
Data is primarily sourced from UNAIDS estimates based on surveillance systems and population-based surveys. Calculation involves modeling software that incorporates sentinel surveillance data from antenatal clinics and national household surveys to estimate the total number of infected individuals within the 15 to 49 age bracket relative to the total population.
Interpretation
High values indicate a significant public health challenge, often requiring extensive antiretroviral treatment programs and prevention strategies. Lower values suggest a less generalized epidemic, though they may still reflect concentrated outbreaks in specific high-risk groups that require targeted health interventions and continuous monitoring.
Frequently Asked Questions
HIV prevalence is the percentage of individuals aged 15 to 49 who are living with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus. Unlike incidence, which tracks new infections, prevalence reflects the total burden of the disease within the most economically active demographic. It serves as a vital indicator for assessing long-term public health impacts.
According to the latest ranking of 153 countries, Eswatini has the highest HIV prevalence at 23.4 percent of the population aged 15 to 49. This significant figure highlights the severe impact of the epidemic in the Southern African region, where high prevalence rates necessitate robust international support and intensive national healthcare programs.
Yemen currently reports the lowest HIV prevalence among the 153 countries tracked, with a rate of 0.1 percent. While this indicates a very low overall burden in the general population, health experts emphasize that consistent monitoring remains essential to prevent localized outbreaks and ensure accurate reporting in various regions.
HIV prevalence is calculated by dividing the number of people aged 15 to 49 living with HIV by the total population in that same age group. Estimates are derived from surveillance data, including prenatal clinic results and national household surveys, which are then processed using specialized modeling software to ensure accuracy.
The age range 15 to 49 is used because it represents the most reproductive and economically productive segment of the population. Focusing on this group allows for standardized global comparisons and helps health organizations understand the epidemic's impact on labor forces, family structures, and maternal-to-child transmission risks.
About this data
- Source
- World Bank
SH.DYN.AIDS.ZS - Definition
- Prevalence of HIV as a percentage of population ages 15-49.
- Coverage
- Data for 148 countries (2024)
- Limitations
- Data may lag 1-2 years for some countries. Coverage varies by indicator.