This collection of interactive maps shows Sex Ratio in five age groups - at birth, under 15 years, 15-64 years, 65 years and over, and for the total population. Sex ratio is the number of males for each female.
- Current world sex ratio at birth: 1.07 male(s)/female (107 baby boys to 100 baby girls)
- Current world sex ratio under 15 years: 1.07 male(s)/female (107 boys to 100 girls)
- Current world sex ratio for 15-64 years: 1.02 male(s)/female (102 men to 100 women)
- Current world sex ratio for 65 years and over: 0.79 male(s)/female (79 men to 100 women)
- Current world sex ratio for total population: 1.01 male(s)/female (101 men to 100 women)
Sex ratio at birth has recently emerged as an indicator of certain kinds of sex discrimination in some countries. For instance, high sex ratios at birth in some Asian countries are now attributed to sex-selective abortion and infanticide due to a strong preference for sons. This will affect future marriage patterns and fertility patterns. Eventually, it could cause unrest among young adult males who are unable to find partners.
Updated for 2011 est.
13 years ago
