Correlation Explorer
Pick two indicators to see how countries and regions compare — bubble size = population · click any dot for details
2023
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Source: World Bank Open Data
Air Pollution vs Education · 2023
In 2023, Air Pollution (PM2.5) and Education Spending show a weak negative correlation (r = -0.20) across 115 countries.
A slight tendency links higher air pollution to lower education, but the relationship is inconsistent and varies widely by region.
Use the interactive bubble chart to explore individual countries and regions, or adjust the year slider to see how this relationship has evolved over time. Bubble size represents population.