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Lesotho
Gender Ratios
There are more women than men in Lesotho according the CIA World Factbook 2024 data (most recent data available).
The Lesotho Gender Ratio is 98 men to 100 women (98:100) or 0.98. Lesotho's gender ratio is lower than the global average of 101 men to 100 women (101:100) or 1.01.
Gender Ratios
More Women than Men
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Lesotho Gender Ratio By Age
Gender Ratios vary by age group as well as location. The table below shows the gender ratios breakdown in Lesotho by age.
| Age Range | Lesotho Gender Ratio | Global Gender Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| At birth | 103 Men to 100 Women | 103 Men to 100 Women |
| 1 to 14 | 101 Men to 100 Women | 107 Men to 100 Women |
| 15 to 24 | 91 Men to 100 Women | 106 Men to 100 Women |
| 25 to 54 | 96 Men to 100 Women | 102 Men to 100 Women |
| 55 to 64 | 114 Men to 100 Women | 95 Men to 100 Women |
| 65 and over | 103 Men to 100 Women | 80 Men to 100 Women |
Cities in Lesotho
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