Data from the Dubai Data and Statistics Authority indicates that 79.65% of the emirate’s working-age population, categorized between 20 and 59 years old, totals 3,077,701 individuals out of a projected resident population of 3,863,600 by the end of 2024.
Among the working-age residents in Dubai, there are 2,647,900 males and 1,215,700 females, representing 68.53% and 31.47% of the total population, respectively.
These figures reflect the dynamic nature of Dubai and its rapidly growing economy.
Age Groups
Approximately 58.69% of the population falls within the age group of 25 to 44 years. The largest segment is the 30-34 age bracket, with 694,633 individuals, making up 17.97% of the overall population. Following closely is the 25-29 age range, comprising 642,657 individuals and accounting for 16.63% of the total.
The 35-39 age group ranks third, with 517,936 individuals, which is about 13.40% of the emirate’s total population.
Furthermore, there are 567,287 children aged between 0-14 years, representing 14.68% of the population; among them, 5.23% are under the age of five.
The data also shows that the population aged 60-74 years stands at 79,714, constituting 2.06% of the total, while those over 75 years old number 12,476, making up 0.32% of the population.
Quality of Life
The findings highlight that Dubai has a youthful and continuously growing community, a testament to the emirate’s development approach, which focuses on future-oriented growth and improving quality of life. This vision aligns with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the UAE, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, who prioritizes the welfare and happiness of residents, visitors, and citizens. The government is committed to achieving the city’s future aspirations and enhancing its competitiveness globally by continuously improving infrastructure and services to ensure sustainable development, balancing economic and social growth, and creating an attractive environment for investors, entrepreneurs, talents, and global companies through proactive leadership and adaptability to change.
