The number of people with disabilities in the Sultanate of Oman reached 75,432 in 2025, which is equivalent to 2.5% of the total population of Oman. This 9% increase compared to 2024 indicates greater attention to social issues and improved living conditions for these individuals.
Demographic Analysis
According to published data, 60% of people with disabilities in Oman are men, totaling 44,916. Additionally, the remaining 40%, or 30,516, are women. Interestingly, 59% of these individuals are under 40 years old, and the North Al Batinah Governorate has the highest number of people with disabilities, totaling 16,199.
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Educational and Employment Status
In terms of education, 42% of people with disabilities over the age of 10 have an educational level below a general diploma. Moreover, in the 2025/2026 academic year, 483 individuals with disabilities have registered in the educational system, including 276 boys and 207 girls.
In the labor market, the economic participation rate of people with disabilities over 15 years old has reached 38%. The number of employed individuals in this group has increased by 10% compared to the previous year, reaching 18,437, of which 47% are employed in the private sector. The highest percentage of employed individuals are in agricultural and livestock job categories.
In terms of property ownership, the number of individuals with disabilities owning one or more plots of land has increased by 9.3%, and the number of homeowners has also grown by 10%. Additionally, the number of individuals owning one or more vehicles has reached 18,499, indicating a 9.5% increase compared to the previous year.
In the area of social support, the number of disability pension recipients reached 51,252, with men constituting 61% of this number. The total amounts paid to these individuals amount to approximately 74 million Omani Rials.
Finally, the number of individuals benefiting from rehabilitation services and prosthetic devices reached 10,074 in 2025, and the number of registered individuals in rehabilitation centers reached 9,226.
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