With a 2026 Global Hunger Index score of 25.5, Pakistan has a serious level of hunger. For context, South Asia has a regional GHI score of 23.5; the global score is 18.1. The score has fallen from 36.2 in 2000 to 25.5 in 2026, showing substantial long-term improvement.
≤ 9.9
low 10.0–19.9
moderate 20.0–34.9
serious 35.0–49.9
alarming ≥ 50.0
extremely alarming
low 10.0–19.9
moderate 20.0–34.9
serious 35.0–49.9
alarming ≥ 50.0
extremely alarming
Pakistan's GHI Score is based on the values of four component indicators:
