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
Population vs Human Development · 2022
In 2022, Total Population and Human Development Index show no meaningful linear correlation (r = -0.01) across 193 countries.
No consistent global pattern links population to human development — the relationship varies widely across regions and income levels.
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.