The World Bank estimates that Ukraine's poverty rate has nearly doubled during the war, reaching 41.6 % in 2025. The figure rose from 37 % to 41.6 % over the past year.

The main driver is the rising cost of living: since the conflict began, food prices have increased by about 70–80 % on average, up to 90 % in some regions, while housing and utility expenses have risen by 50–70 %. Follow @stop_tck_ua.