Population: 12.3 million GDP Growth: 3.2% Inflation Rate: 5.7% Unemployment: 11.4% Literacy Rate: 34.5% Latest Census: 2020
Population: 12.3 million GDP Growth: 3.2% Inflation Rate: 5.7% Unemployment: 11.4% Literacy Rate: 34.5% Latest Census: 2020

Household Surveys

Comprehensive data collection from households across South Sudan to understand living conditions, socio-economic characteristics, and development indicators for evidence-based policymaking.

Household Survey Statistics

Households Surveyed

15,240

2023-2024

Individuals Covered

86,500

Average 5.7 per household

Geographic Coverage

78%

of counties covered

Response Rate

94.2%

+2.1% from previous

Active Household Surveys

Ongoing

South Sudan Health Survey 2024

Assessing health status, healthcare access, and health-seeking behavior across all states.

Start: Jan 2024 End: Dec 2024
Ongoing

Food Security & Nutrition Assessment

Monitoring food consumption patterns and nutritional status of households.

Start: Mar 2024 End: Nov 2024
Upcoming

Labor Force Survey 2025

Comprehensive assessment of employment, unemployment, and labor market dynamics.

Start: Jan 2025 End: Jun 2025

About Household Surveys

Household surveys are systematic data collection exercises that gather information directly from households about their living conditions, economic activities, health, education, and other socio-economic characteristics.

These surveys provide critical data for monitoring development progress, formulating policies, and targeting interventions to improve the welfare of the population.

Key Objectives

  • Monitor progress towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Provide data for poverty assessment and social protection programs
  • Track changes in living standards and well-being over time
  • Inform evidence-based policymaking and resource allocation

Survey Coverage by State (2023-2024)

Types of Household Surveys

Household Budget Survey (HBS)

Collects detailed information on household consumption expenditures, income, and living conditions. Used for poverty analysis, consumer price index weights, and national accounts.

Frequency: Every 5 years
Sample size: 8,000 households
Last conducted: 2022

Demographic and Health Survey (DHS)

Provides data for monitoring and evaluating population, health, and nutrition programs. Covers fertility, family planning, maternal and child health, and HIV/AIDS.

Frequency: Every 5 years
Sample size: 10,000 households
Last conducted: 2020

Survey Methodology

Survey Process

Questionnaire Design

2-3 months

Development and testing of survey instruments, translation, and adaptation to local context

Sample Design

1-2 months

Selection of enumeration areas and households using scientific sampling methods

Training

2-4 weeks

Comprehensive training of field supervisors and enumerators on survey protocols

Data Collection

2-6 months

Fieldwork including household listing, interviews, and quality control

Data Processing

1-3 months

Data entry, cleaning, validation, and analysis

Report Dissemination

1-2 months

Preparation and dissemination of survey findings to stakeholders

Methodological Approaches

Stratified Multi-stage Sampling

Selection of enumeration areas followed by systematic selection of households within each area

Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI)

Use of tablets for data collection with built-in validation checks

Quality Assurance

Field supervision, spot checks, and re-interviews to ensure data quality

Ethical Standards

Informed consent, confidentiality, and respondent protection protocols

Sample Size Distribution

Survey Data Access

2009

National Baseline Household Survey 2009

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National Baseline Household Survey 2009

Census 2020 Final Report

Complete Analysis title

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National Baseline Household Survey 2009

Survey Data Access

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Survey Data Access

Interactive Dashboard

Explore survey data through interactive visualizations

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Microdata Catalog

Access anonymized household-level data for research

Browse Catalog

Publications

Research papers and analytical reports based on survey data

Browse Publications

Data Request

Request customized survey data for specific research needs

Submit Request

Upcoming Household Surveys

The National Bureau of Statistics is planning several important household surveys to continue monitoring development progress and informing policy decisions.

2025: Labor Force Survey, Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey
2026: Household Budget Survey, Malaria Indicator Survey
2027: Demographic and Health Survey, Agricultural Survey
2025-2027
Survey Planning Cycle