Bogotá leads multidimensional poverty reduction with a 60% drop, surpassing national performance in 2025
Multidimensional poverty in Bogotá fell 60% in 2025. Photo: Courtesy: Istock
TL;DR
- Bogotá's multidimensional poverty rate fell by 60% in 2025, reaching 2.2% from 5.4%.
- This represents the lowest rate in Colombia and significantly exceeds the national poverty reduction of 14%.
- 252,000 individuals in Bogotá moved out of multidimensional poverty.
- Key factors contributing to the reduction include improved access to health services, reduced school dropout rates, strong employment performance, and advancements in gender equity.
- The decline in poverty is attributed to public policies focused on health and education, alongside improvements in employment and gender equality.