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State-wise poverty rates explained
Source: NITI Aayog · Last updated July 2026
National avg
14.2%
Lowest
5.6% (Kerala)
India's poverty rate varies significantly by state. The national average is 14.2%, with Kerala having the lowest poverty rate at 5.6%.
Key states
- Lowest poverty: Kerala (5.6%)
- Highest poverty: Bihar (33.7%)
- National average: 14.2%
Source
NITI Aayog, National Multidimensional Poverty Index. Figures reflect the most recent data available as of July 2026.