⚖️ Obesity Rate in Georgia

Obesity Rate in Georgia

The Obesity Rate indicator measures the proportion of the population with a Body Mass Index ≥30 (Obesity Class I). Note: for this indicator, a higher score means a lower obesity rate – i.e. a healthier situation. Georgia achieves a score of 57/100 at world rank 107 out of 231 – in the global middle range, with an official obesity rate of approximately 22–25% (WHO/NCD-RisC data).

Dietary Patterns and Contextual Factors

Georgian cuisine is calorie-rich and complex: Khachapuri (cheese bread), Khinkali (filled dumplings), plenty of meat, wine, and Chacha (pomace brandy). This home cooking is traditionally not designed for calorie control. At the same time, the younger urban population in Tbilisi is increasingly health-conscious; gyms, sports clubs, and healthy restaurants have expanded significantly in recent years.

Regional Differences

As in most countries, obesity is more common in rural regions than in cities. Tbilisi has a younger demographic structure and is more active; rural regions show higher rates.

Comparison

• Vietnam (96), Japan (91): Very low obesity rates in Asia
• Singapore (88), Thailand (80): Asia further ahead
• Canada (58), United Kingdom (54), Estonia (58), Portugal (58), Australia (50): Developed-world range
• Georgia (57): Just below Western European mid-range
• Russia (54), Ukraine (52), Armenia (48): Slightly higher rates
• Turkey (36): High obesity rate in regional comparison

Relevant for Expats

The obesity rate is an indirect indicator for expats: it reflects food culture, health system attentiveness, and the lifestyle of the host society. For expats' personal health, individual lifestyle is decisive; Tbilisi offers good infrastructure for health-conscious living with its gyms, fresh markets, and outdoor opportunities.

Conclusion: 57/100 for Georgia's obesity rate puts it just below the Western European mid-range. The traditionally calorie-dense cuisine is balanced by an active urban youth culture; the overall figure remains manageable.

This article was created on April 13, 2026