Estimated Percentage of Population with Natural Red Hair
Estimated percentage of the population with natural red hair across different countries. Data is based on genetic studies, demographic observations, and compiled estimates.
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Key Insights
- •The highest prevalence of red hair is found in Scotland, followed by Ireland and Wales.
- •Countries with significant populations of Northern and Western European descent, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia, have higher percentages compared to other regions.
- •The distribution of red hair is closely linked to the prevalence of specific MC1R gene variants.
- •Data accuracy is limited due to the reliance on estimates and the absence of direct statistical counting of red hair in national censuses.
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Data Analysis
Value Distribution
How countries are distributed across the value range
Regional Comparison
Average values by world region (Global avg: N/A)
About This Statistic
This statistic represents the approximate proportion of individuals within a country's population who possess naturally red hair. Red hair is typically linked to the presence of specific genetic variants, particularly in the MC1R gene. The data presented are estimates derived from various genetic studies and demographic observations, aggregated by geographic and popular science publications. It's important to note that these figures are estimates and can vary depending on the methodology used.
Methodology
The data is compiled from various genetic studies and demographic observations. Estimates are based on the prevalence of MC1R gene variants and observed occurrences of red hair in different populations. These estimates are then aggregated and presented as percentages of the total population. Due to the lack of direct statistical counting of redheads in national censuses, these figures should be considered approximations.
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Data Source
This data comes from World Atlas (Aggregated Estimates) (2023).
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