World Child Population Map
Under-15 share across all 194 countries, mapped. The clearest picture of where the world's children actually are.
The under-15 share runs from about 45% in DR Congo to 11% in Japan and South Korea — a four-fold difference between the youngest and oldest countries in the same year.
World Child Population Map
Frequently asked
Is the World Child Population Map free?
Yes. Every tool on AlphaBetaMinds is free, needs no account and has no usage limit.
Does this tool store what I type?
No. It runs entirely in your browser. Your inputs are never sent to our server, and nothing is logged.
How accurate is it?
It uses the McCrindle generation boundaries (Gen Alpha 2010–2024, Gen Beta 2025–2039) and UN World Population Prospects vital rates. Sources and formulas are on our methodology page.
Can I use the result in an article or report?
Yes, with a credit and a link back to this page. See our terms of use for the full licence.
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