| 1976 | 1986 | 1996 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iran | ||||
| Male | 14.00 | 08.40 | 17.40 | 20.00 |
| Female | 6.30 | 04.70 | 14.00 | 23.20 |
| Difference | 7.7 | 3.7 | 3.4 | -3.2 |
| Urban | ||||
| Male | 20.8 | 11.40 | 23.20 | 25.00 |
| Female | 11.30 | 06.40 | 19.50 | 29.10 |
| Difference | 9.5 | 5.0 | 3.7 | -4.1 |
| Rural | ||||
| Male | 04.40 | 04.20 | 08.70 | 9.00 |
| Female | 01.20 | 02.10 | 05.50 | 10.00 |
| Difference | 3.20 | 2.10 | 3.20 | -1.0 |
| Source: [34-37]. | ||||