Adult literacy rate is the percentage of people ages 15 and above who can both read and write with understanding a short simple statement about their everyday life.

North Korea KP: Literacy Rate: Youth Male: % of Males Aged 15-24 data was reported at 99.999 % in 2008. North Korea KP: Literacy Rate: Youth Male: % of Males Aged 15-24 data is updated yearly, averaging 99.999 % from Dec 2008 (Median) to 2008, with 1 observations. North Korea KP: Literacy Rate: Youth Male: % of Males Aged 15-24 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s North Korea – Table KP.World Bank: Education Statistics. Youth literacy rate is the percentage of people ages 15-24 who can both read and write with understanding a short simple statement about their everyday life.; ; UNESCO Institute for Statistics; Weighted average; Each economy is classified based on the classification of World Bank Group's fiscal year 2018 (July 1, 2017-June 30, 2018).

Adult literacy rate of Republic of Korea increased by 0.82% from 98.00 % in 2008 to 98.80 % in 2018. Since the 0.82% rise in 2018, adult literacy rate remained constant by 0.00% in 2018. Adult literacy rate is the percentage of people ages 15 and above who can, with understanding, read and write a short, simple statement on their everyday life.

Adult literacy rate of Democratic People's Republic of Korea declined by 0.00% from 100.0 % in 2008 to 100.0 % in 2018. Since the 0.00% reduction in 2018, adult literacy rate remained stable by 0.00% in 2018. Adult (15+) literacy rate (%). Total is the percentage of the population age 15 and above who can, with understanding, read and write a short, simple statement on their everyday life. Generally, ‘literacy’ also encompasses ‘numeracy’, the ability to make simple arithmetic calculations. This indicator is calculated by dividing the number of literates aged 15 years and over by the corresponding age group population and multiplying the result by 100.

North Korea KP: Literacy Rate: Adult Female: % of Females Aged 15 and Above data was reported at 99.998 % in 2008. North Korea KP: Literacy Rate: Adult Female: % of Females Aged 15 and Above data is updated yearly, averaging 99.998 % from Dec 2008 (Median) to 2008, with 1 observations. North Korea KP: Literacy Rate: Adult Female: % of Females Aged 15 and Above data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s North Korea – Table KP.World Bank: Education Statistics. Adult literacy rate is the percentage of people ages 15 and above who can both read and write with understanding a short simple statement about their everyday life.; ; UNESCO Institute for Statistics; Weighted average; Each economy is classified based on the classification of World Bank Group's fiscal year 2018 (July 1, 2017-June 30, 2018).

South Korea literacy rate for 2018 was 98.80%, a 0.83% increase from 2008.

• South Korea literacy rate for 2008 was 97.97%, a 97.97% increase from .
• South Korea literacy rate for was 0.00%, a 0% increase from .
• South Korea literacy rate for was 0.00%, a 0% increase from .

This statistic describes the media literacy rate in South Korea in 2016, by ability. In 2016, 92.7 percent of the respondents were able to read text messages, while 58.1 percent could download videos.

In 2024, South Korea scored 523 points on the English Proficiency Index (EPI), which corresponds to a moderate English language proficiency level. According to the source, the capital city, Seoul, had the highest points in the EPI among other South Korean cities.

100.00 (%) in 2018. Adult literacy rate is the percentage of people ages 15 and above who can, with understanding, read and write a short, simple statement on their everyday life.

Education indicators for Republic of Korea.

Contains data from the UNESCO Institute for Statistics bulk data service covering the following categories: SDG 4 Global and Thematic (made 2024 February), Other Policy Relevant Indicators (made 2024 February), Demographic and Socio-economic (made 2024 February)

In 2022, nearly 53 percent of adults in South Korea aged between 25 and 64 years completed tertiary education, which was an increase compared to the previous year. Moreover, in the same year, around 70 percent of South Koreans aged between 25 and 34 years attained tertiary education, making it the highest percentage among all OECD countries.

The statistic shows the total population of South Korea from 2019 to 2023, with projections up until 2029. In 2023, the total population of South Korea was about 51.71 million people. Population of South Korea South Korea, also called Republic of Korea, has one of the highest population densities worldwide, i.e. a very high number of inhabitants per square kilometer. However, this does not equal bad standard of living; on the Human Development Index, which ranks countries by their level of living standards using key factors, such as unemployment rate, literacy rate, fertility and mortality rates, etc., South Korea is among the highest-ranked countries. When looking at the aforementioned key factors, South Korea indeed seems to offer a fairly stable environment for its inhabitants, economically and demographically: The country’s unemployment rate has been relatively steady for the past decade, its gross domestic product (GDP) is constantly increasing, and it is among the countries with the highest trade surplus worldwide. As for standard of living, life expectancy at birth in South Korea is among the highest worldwide – South Korea is even mentioned in a recent ranking of the best birthplaces for children. Despite the high population density, South Korea is now one of the countries with the lowest fertility rates, i.e. the number of babies born by women of childbearing age. This apparent discrepancy could be explained by a high number of immigrants coupled with the aforementioned high life expectancy.

Democratic People's Republic of Korea adult illiteracy was 150 in 2015, down by 0.00% from 2008. Adult illiterate population. Total is the total number of adults over age 15 who cannot both read and write with understanding a short simple statement on their everyday life.

In 2023, the private education participation rate of South Korean students stood at 78.5 percent, up from 78.3 percent in the previous year. Despite the government's effort to strengthen the public education system, many elementary, middle, and high school students in South Korea still resort to private education. A distinct academic culture: The role of hagwons The emphasis on education in South Korean society has played a crucial role in the country's economic success. A highly educated and skilled workforce has been pivotal in encouraging innovation and fueling economic development. Furthermore, the influence of Confucian values, which emphasize the importance of lifelong learning, continues to have a significant impact on the lives of Koreans. To raise their children's chances of attending the most prestigious schools and universities in the highly competitive education system, many parents enroll them in private academies known as hagwons. At these institutions, students often spend more than seven hours per week, frequently studying late into the day. The economics of the hagwon system Due to the competitive nature of education in the country, its education industry has continued to grow and has formed a substantial part of the nation’s gross domestic product (GDP). The sector thus provides a large number of jobs and remains financially lucrative. Spending on private education tends to rise substantially in proportion to household income, putting affluent families at an advantage. Consequently, South Korea’s declining fertility rate is often attributed to the considerable costs of education for children, among other factors.

ObjectiveThis study compared disparities between community health characteristics and health literacy levels for hypertension and diabetes by combining community-level characteristics, such as the local extinction index and healthcare resources, with individual-level characteristics based on the Andersen healthcare utilization model.MethodData obtained from the 2017, 2019, and 2021 Community Health Surveys, Korean Statistical Information Service, and National Health Insurance Service were analyzed. The analyses included spatial analysis, propensity score matching, and cross-analysis.ResultsTwenty-five extinction-risk regions (ERRs) were identified in 2017, 26 in 2019, and 29 in 2021, indicating a high risk of extinction and insufficient healthcare resources in non-metropolitan regions. Based on analyses of demographic changes and unmet medical needs at the individual level, we observed increased age and economic activity, decreased healthcare access, and lower education levels in ERRs compared to non-extinction-risk regions (NERRs). No significant differences were found between the regions regarding diagnosis or medication use concerning the health literacy gap for hypertension and diabetes. However, individuals in ERRs were significantly less likely than those in NERRs to be aware of such diseases or educated about their management.DiscussionGiven that healthcare services in ERRs focus on chronic disease management rather than prevention, we propose two directions to reduce health disparities in ERRs. First, the government should encourage cooperation with private healthcare organizations to ensure the provision of health education programs in vulnerable areas. Second, improvements in awareness and education regarding chronic disease management can be achieved through digital healthcare and telemedicine. This study identifies regional disparities in chronic disease prevention and management, providing a basis for policies to ensure healthier communities with health equity.

UNICEF's country profile for Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, including under-five mortality rates, child health, education and sanitation data.

Demographics and preventive health characteristics of North Korean defectors in the Republic of Korea.

According to a survey conducted in South Korea in 2023, around 32 percent of respondents stated that they had read more than one printed book within the last year. While the reading rate of printed books has decreased over the past decade, it is still ahead of other types of publications, such as e-books and audio books. The overall reading rate of all three types amounted to 43 percent that year.

Linguistic health literacy of the study participants (N = 95).

。KP：非文盲率：成年女性：15岁及以上女性百分比数据按年更新，12-01-2008至12-01-2008期间平均值为99.998%，共1份观测结果。CEIC提供的KP：非文盲率：成年女性：15岁及以上女性百分比数据处于定期更新的状态，数据来源于World Bank，数据归类于Global Database的朝鲜 – 表 KP.世界银行：教育统计。