South Korea: Percent Christian
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| South Korea |
Christians as percent of the total population |
|---|---|
| Latest value | 35.0 |
| Year | 2013 |
| Measure | percent |
| Data availability | 1960 - 2013 |
| Average | 21.1 |
| Min - Max | 9.5 - 35.0 |
| Source | The Cline Center for Democracy |
The latest value from 2013 is 35 percent, an increase from 34.5 percent in 2012. In comparison, the world average is 51.1 percent, based on data from 145 countries. Historically, the average for South Korea from 1960 to 2013 is 21.1 percent. The minimum value, 9.5 percent, was reached in 1960 while the maximum of 35 percent was recorded in 2013.
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| Related indicators | Latest | Reference | Measure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percent Buddhist | 17.2 | 2013 | percent |
| Percent Christian | 35.0 | 2013 | percent |
| Percent Catholic | 11.1 | 2013 | percent |
| Percent Protestant | 24.0 | 2013 | percent |
| Percent Non Religious | 44.8 | 2013 | percent |