10.5 million Russian citizens were below the poverty line in 2024. This corresponds to 7.2% of the country’s population. Compared to the previous year, the indicator decreased by 1.1%, reaching a historical minimum, ” Rosstat stated.

The main contribution to reducing poverty in Russia was made by the growth of wages, exceeding the social benefits program in importance.

6% is the poverty target set in the national Development Goals. It should be achieved by 2030.

CRYSTAL OF GROWTH previously informed that a stable and dynamic economy is being created in Russia, the growth of which should be accompanied, first of all, by an increase in the incomes of citizens and enterprises.