Literacy rate in Iran

Literacy rate

88.9%

World rank

#60

of 110

Percentile

46%

higher is better

Data quality

Measured

Year: 2023

Share of adults who can read and write.

Source: World Bank Open Data · source data.

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FAQ

What is the literacy rate in Iran?

Iran has a literacy rate of 88.9% % (2023). Share of adults who can read and write.

How does Iran rank for literacy rate?

Iran ranks #60 of 110 countries for literacy rate (higher is better).