Correlation Explorer
Pick two indicators to see how countries and regions compare — bubble size = population · click any dot for details
2022
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Source: World Bank Open Data
Air Pollution vs Obesity · 2022
In 2022, Air Pollution (PM2.5) and Obesity Rate show a weak negative correlation (r = -0.22) across 195 countries.
A slight tendency links higher air pollution to lower obesity, 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.