Human development index

0.48 (score) in 2017

Human development index of Malawi increased by 0.55% from 0.47 score in 2016 to 0.48 score in 2017. Since the 2.75% rise in 2007, human development index shot up by 19.12% in 2017.

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A composite index measuring average achievement in three basic dimensions of human development—a long and healthy life, knowledge and a decent standard of living. 1=the most developed.

Date Value Change, %
2017 0.48 0.55%
2016 0.47 0.82%
2015 0.47 0.52%
2014 0.47 1.35%
2013 0.46 1.44%
2012 0.45 1.15%
2011 0.45 1.93%
2010 0.44 2.39%
2009 0.43 3.43%
2008 0.42 4.15%
2007 0.40 2.75%
2006 0.39