Human development index

0.72 (score) in 2017

Human development index of Suriname increased by 0.02% from 0.72 score in 2016 to 0.72 score in 2017. Since the 2.10% fall in 2009, human development index surged by 6.33% 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 0.72 0.02%
2016 0.72 -0.28%
2015 0.72 0.45%
2014 0.72 0.40%
2013 0.72 0.60%
2012 0.71 0.66%
2011 0.71 0.49%
2010 0.70 3.88%
2009 0.68 -2.10%
2008 0.69 0.65%
2007 0.69 0.85%
2006 0.68