Description: Proportion of population living below national poverty line - Monetary
Sub descriptionDistrictUnit20092018
All Poor (Monetary)-%41.352
Not Poor (Monetary)-%58.748
Urban-%-43
Rural-%-59
Male-%-52
Female-%-51
-Corozal%5645
-Orange Walk%4357
-Belize%2945
-Cayo%4152
-Stann Creek%4447
-Toledo%6082
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DATA IDENTIFICATION


Name
Proportion of population living below the national poverty line.
Indicator purpose

The purpose of this indicator is to measure the proportion of the population living below the national poverty line, to assess progress towards achieving poverty reduction. This indicator provides essential data on monitoring poverty, which is critical for understanding the extent of the population living in poverty. By monitoring this indicator, policymakers, stakeholders, and organizations can make informed decisions to promote sustainable development and address poverty reduction. This indicator helps to ensure that all individuals are included in efforts to achieve poverty reduction, thereby contributing to the overall objective of sustainable, inclusive, and equitable growth. 

Abstract

This indicator measures the proportion of the population living below the national poverty line to monitor progress towards poverty reduction. It is defined as the percentage of the total population living below the national poverty line, which is $7.35 BZD a day (as of 2018). The relevance of this indicator lies in its ability to provide critical data on monitoring poverty. The data for this indicator is collected through household surveys, and it is calculated by dividing the total population living below the national poverty line by the total population. By tracking this indicator, stakeholders can gain valuable insights into the current poverty situation in Belize, enabling them to make informed decisions to promote sustainable development and address poverty reduction.

Data source

Statistical Institute of Belize (SIB)

DATA CHARACTERISTICS



Contact organization person
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Date last updated
24-MAY-2024
Periodicity

Annual

Unit of measure

Percent (%). The unit of measure is the proportion of the population living below the national poverty line.

Other characteristics

The data represents a national scope achieved through household surveys. This data is available for the years 2009 and 2018.

DATA CONCEPTS and CLASSIFICATIONS



Classification used

Not applicable

Disaggregation

District, Urban/Rural, Sex.

Key statistical concepts

The calculation of this indicator involves collecting data through household surveys. The indicator is calculated using the following formula: total population living below the national poverty line divided by total population. The data is then disaggregated by relevant categories such as district, Urban/Rural, Sex. 

Formula
OTHER ASPECTS



Recommended uses

Monitoring and Evaluation: tracks progress towards SDG Target 1.2, ‘By 2030, reduce at least by half the proportion of men, women and children of all ages living in poverty in all its dimensions according to national definitions’.

Reporting and Accountability: report progress to stakeholders, including government and international organizations, to ensure accountability and transparency in achieving SDG Target 1.2.

Limitations
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Other comments

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