Multidimensional Poverty in Curaçao (MPI) – 2011, 2017 and 2023

The Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) for Curaçao measures poverty beyond income by assessing multiple deprivations experienced by households.

This comparative assessment presents the results for 2011, 2017 and 2023. The MPI includes non-monetary dimensions such as education, living conditions and access to basic services.

The results provide insight into both the prevalence and intensity of multidimensional poverty in Curaçao over time.

For full methodology and statistical tables, consult the official report below.

This report will present the results of the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) measure for Curaçao. The MPI for Curaçao will be an analysis of deprivations faced on four dimensions, which are: health, education, livelihood and standards of living. By using data from the 2011 Census, 2017 Labour Force Survey and the 2023 Census. The MPI calculates whether and how many households are to be considered poor.