This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Armenia statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Armenian statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Armenian-specific metadata information.
| Indicator description |
This indicator is the ratio of family benefit recipients to the total number of vulnerable people. The latter is calculated by subtracting from the total population all persons of working age who are included in the social insurance system or receive benefits, as well as all persons of retirement age who also receive benefits. |
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| Geographical coverage |
Armenia |
| Unit of measurement |
% |
| Definitions |
State benefit is a regular or one-time financial assistance provided from the state budget. |
| Calculations |
The ratio of the poor receiving to the total number of poor. |
| Comments and limitations |
The main source of information is an Integrated Living Conditions Survey (ILCS) (https://www.armstat.am/en/?nid=82&id=2217). |
| Data last updated | Feb 06, 2024 |
| Metadata last updated | Nov 15, 2020 |