Europe, Northern America, Australia, and New Zealand Under-five mortality rate 2026: 4.41 per live births

Europe, Northern America, Australia, and New Zealand's under-five mortality rate in 2026 is 4.41 per live births (estimate), down 4.0% from 2025.

The under-five mortality rate measures the number of deaths per 1,000 live births for children under five. This critical statistic highlights child health and development, reflecting a country's healthcare quality and socioeconomic conditions. Understanding these rates is vital for improving global health initiatives.

Europe, Northern America, Australia, and New Zealand•12 years of data (2015–2026)••United Nations Population Division•

Estimated value for 2026 (interpolated, no direct source).

Historical Trend

Under-five mortality rate over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends

Year-by-Year Data
YearValueChange% ChangeActions
20264.41 per live births0.18 per live births-3.96%
20254.59 per live births0.14 per live births-3.03%
20244.73 per live births0.08 per live births-1.70%
20234.82 per live births0.36 per live births-7.01%
20225.18 per live births0.01 per live births-0.20%
20215.19 per live births+0.14 per live births+2.84%
20205.05 per live births0.25 per live births-4.74%
20195.3 per live births0.11 per live births-2.08%
20185.41 per live births0.18 per live births-3.19%
20175.59 per live births0.21 per live births-3.60%
20165.8 per live births0.16 per live births-2.61%
20155.95 per live births——

Frequently Asked Questions About Europe, Northern America, Australia, and New Zealand Under-five mortality rate

What is Europe, Northern America, Australia, and New Zealand's under-five mortality rate in 2026?▾

Europe, Northern America, Australia, and New Zealand's under-five mortality rate is 4.41 per live births in 2026 (estimate), according to United Nations Population Division.

Is Europe, Northern America, Australia, and New Zealand's under-five mortality rate increasing or decreasing?▾

Europe, Northern America, Australia, and New Zealand's under-five mortality rate fell by 4.0% from 2025 (4.59 per live births) to 2026 (4.41 per live births). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it fell by 23.9%.

What was Europe, Northern America, Australia, and New Zealand's under-five mortality rate in 2015?▾

In 2015, Europe, Northern America, Australia, and New Zealand's under-five mortality rate was 5.95 per live births. By 2026 it fell by 25.9%.

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