Crude Birth Rate 2024
Crude birth rate measures births per 1,000 people. Identify regions with high or low birth rates globally.
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Rank | Actions | ||
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Central African Republic | 46.193 per 1,000 people | |
2 | Chad | 43.264 per 1,000 people | |
3 | Somalia | 42.346 per 1,000 people | |
4 | Niger | 41.42 per 1,000 people | |
5 | Congo, Democratic Republic of the | 40.885 per 1,000 people | |
6 | Mali | 39.532 per 1,000 people | |
7 | Angola | 37.158 per 1,000 people | |
8 | Mozambique | 37.028 per 1,000 people | |
9 | Afghanistan | 35.007 per 1,000 people | |
10 | Tanzania | 34.801 per 1,000 people | |
11 | Uganda | 34.436 per 1,000 people | |
12 | Yemen | 34.359 per 1,000 people | |
13 | Mauritania | 34.03 per 1,000 people | |
14 | Benin | 33.419 per 1,000 people | |
15 | Cameroon | 33.344 per 1,000 people | |
16 | Guinea | 33.325 per 1,000 people | |
17 | Burundi | 33.211 per 1,000 people | |
18 | Sudan | 32.996 per 1,000 people | |
19 | Zambia | 32.724 per 1,000 people | |
20 | Nigeria | 32.493 per 1,000 people | |
21 | Togo | 32.061 per 1,000 people | |
22 | Madagascar | 31.714 per 1,000 people | |
23 | Côte d'Ivoire | 31.564 per 1,000 people | |
24 | Ethiopia | 31.469 per 1,000 people | |
25 | Burkina Faso | 31.336 per 1,000 people | |
26 | Malawi | 31.143 per 1,000 people | |
27 | Liberia | 30.577 per 1,000 people | |
28 | Congo | 30.424 per 1,000 people | |
29 | Sierra Leone | 30.108 per 1,000 people | |
30 | Equatorial Guinea | 29.994 per 1,000 people | |
31 | Zimbabwe | 29.891 per 1,000 people | |
32 | Gambia | 29.857 per 1,000 people | |
33 | Guinea-Bissau | 29.56 per 1,000 people | |
34 | South Sudan | 29.222 per 1,000 people | |
35 | Senegal | 29.184 per 1,000 people | |
36 | Eritrea | 28.719 per 1,000 people | |
37 | Comoros | 28.232 per 1,000 people | |
38 | Sao Tome and Principe | 28.094 per 1,000 people | |
39 | Rwanda | 28.062 per 1,000 people | |
40 | Vanuatu | 27.651 per 1,000 people | |
41 | Pakistan | 27.412 per 1,000 people | |
42 | Gabon | 27.127 per 1,000 people | |
43 | Kenya | 26.968 per 1,000 people | |
44 | Solomon Islands | 26.707 per 1,000 people | |
45 | State of Palestine | 26.465 per 1,000 people | |
46 | Ghana | 25.92 per 1,000 people | |
47 | Namibia | 25.891 per 1,000 people | |
48 | Iraq | 25.58 per 1,000 people | |
49 | Uzbekistan | 25.557 per 1,000 people | |
50 | Tajikistan | 25.333 per 1,000 people | |
51 | Kiribati | 25.309 per 1,000 people | |
52 | Samoa | 24.969 per 1,000 people | |
53 | Nauru | 24.562 per 1,000 people | |
54 | Botswana | 24.361 per 1,000 people | |
55 | Papua New Guinea | 24.291 per 1,000 people | |
56 | Lesotho | 23.762 per 1,000 people | |
57 | Eswatini | 23.648 per 1,000 people | |
58 | Syrian Arab Republic | 23.162 per 1,000 people | |
59 | Tonga | 23.04 per 1,000 people | |
60 | Micronesia (Fed. States of) | 22.318 per 1,000 people | |
61 | Tuvalu | 21.969 per 1,000 people | |
62 | Haiti | 21.944 per 1,000 people | |
63 | Timor-Leste | 21.768 per 1,000 people | |
64 | Honduras | 21.649 per 1,000 people | |
65 | Bolivia | 21.026 per 1,000 people | |
66 | Laos | 20.933 per 1,000 people | |
67 | Djibouti | 20.931 per 1,000 people | |
68 | Egypt | 20.915 per 1,000 people | |
69 | Turkmenistan | 20.906 per 1,000 people | |
70 | Guatemala | 20.619 per 1,000 people | |
71 | Jordan | 20.452 per 1,000 people | |
72 | Cambodia | 20.309 per 1,000 people | |
73 | Marshall Islands | 20.087 per 1,000 people | |
74 | Bangladesh | 19.988 per 1,000 people | |
75 | Guyana | 19.883 per 1,000 people | |
76 | Paraguay | 19.728 per 1,000 people | |
77 | Kazakhstan | 19.521 per 1,000 people | |
78 | Kyrgyzstan | 19.4 per 1,000 people | |
79 | Nicaragua | 19.141 per 1,000 people | |
80 | Nepal | 18.962 per 1,000 people | |
81 | Algeria | 18.837 per 1,000 people | |
82 | Israel | 18.6 per 1,000 people | |
83 | South Africa | 18.48 per 1,000 people | |
84 | Belize | 18.051 per 1,000 people | |
85 | Fiji | 17.864 per 1,000 people | |
86 | Dominican Republic | 17.62 per 1,000 people | |
87 | Guam | 17.342 per 1,000 people | |
88 | Suriname | 17.152 per 1,000 people | |
89 | Mongolia | 16.9 per 1,000 people | |
90 | Oman | 16.778 per 1,000 people | |
91 | Libya | 16.495 per 1,000 people | |
92 | Saudi Arabia | 16.495 per 1,000 people | |
93 | Myanmar | 16.464 per 1,000 people | |
94 | Morocco | 16.402 per 1,000 people | |
95 | India | 15.981 per 1,000 people | |
96 | Lebanon | 15.958 per 1,000 people | |
97 | Philippines | 15.894 per 1,000 people | |
98 | Panama | 15.867 per 1,000 people | |
99 | Indonesia | 15.762 per 1,000 people | |
100 | Peru | 15.751 per 1,000 people | |
101 | El Salvador | 15.597 per 1,000 people | |
102 | Mexico | 15.464 per 1,000 people | |
103 | Venezuela | 15.231 per 1,000 people | |
104 | Saint Martin (French part) | 15.045 per 1,000 people | |
105 | American Samoa | 14.994 per 1,000 people | |
106 | Ecuador | 14.82 per 1,000 people | |
107 | New Caledonia | 14.03 per 1,000 people | |
108 | Vietnam | 13.423 per 1,000 people | |
109 | Tunisia | 13.37 per 1,000 people | |
110 | Brunei Darussalam | 13.328 per 1,000 people | |
111 | Colombia | 13.251 per 1,000 people | |
112 | North Korea | 12.858 per 1,000 people | |
113 | Iran | 12.571 per 1,000 people | |
114 | Bhutan | 12.525 per 1,000 people | |
115 | Malaysia | 12.362 per 1,000 people | |
116 | Cabo Verde | 12.222 per 1,000 people | |
117 | Gibraltar | 12.205 per 1,000 people | |
118 | Brazil | 12.133 per 1,000 people | |
119 | Northern Mariana Islands | 12.107 per 1,000 people | |
120 | Bahrain | 12.033 per 1,000 people | |
121 | Greenland | 12 per 1,000 people | |
122 | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | 11.955 per 1,000 people | |
123 | Kosovo | 11.852 per 1,000 people | |
124 | Antigua and Barbuda | 11.747 per 1,000 people | |
125 | Saint Kitts and Nevis | 11.741 per 1,000 people | |
126 | Cayman Islands | 11.56 per 1,000 people | |
127 | Grenada | 11.477 per 1,000 people | |
128 | Jamaica | 11.45 per 1,000 people | |
129 | Georgia | 11.289 per 1,000 people | |
130 | Saint Lucia | 11.209 per 1,000 people | |
131 | Iceland | 11.2 per 1,000 people | |
132 | Montenegro | 11.2 per 1,000 people | |
133 | Barbados | 11.117 per 1,000 people | |
134 | Armenia | 11.1 per 1,000 people | |
135 | United States Virgin Islands | 11.1 per 1,000 people | |
136 | Argentina | 11.086 per 1,000 people | |
137 | New Zealand | 11.03 per 1,000 people | |
138 | Seychelles | 11 per 1,000 people | |
139 | Turkey | 11 per 1,000 people | |
140 | Dominica | 10.98 per 1,000 people | |
141 | Bahamas | 10.817 per 1,000 people | |
142 | Faroe Islands | 10.8 per 1,000 people | |
143 | Australia | 10.7 per 1,000 people | |
144 | French Polynesia | 10.688 per 1,000 people | |
145 | Palau | 10.687 per 1,000 people | |
146 | United States | 10.6 per 1,000 people | |
147 | Republic of Moldova | 10.59 per 1,000 people | |
148 | Maldives | 10.587 per 1,000 people | |
149 | Trinidad and Tobago | 10.543 per 1,000 people | |
150 | Turks and Caicos Islands | 10.539 per 1,000 people | |
151 | Cyprus | 10.517 per 1,000 people | |
152 | Mauritius | 10.3 per 1,000 people | |
153 | Albania | 10.131 per 1,000 people | |
154 | Sri Lanka | 10.1 per 1,000 people | |
155 | Kuwait | 10.02 per 1,000 people | |
156 | Azerbaijan | 10 per 1,000 people | |
157 | Ireland | 10 per 1,000 people | |
158 | Costa Rica | 9.991 per 1,000 people | |
159 | United Kingdom | 9.892 per 1,000 people | |
160 | United Arab Emirates | 9.819 per 1,000 people | |
161 | Uruguay | 9.802 per 1,000 people | |
162 | France | 9.7 per 1,000 people | |
163 | Norway | 9.7 per 1,000 people | |
164 | Monaco | 9.558 per 1,000 people | |
165 | Qatar | 9.524 per 1,000 people | |
166 | Denmark | 9.5 per 1,000 people | |
167 | Luxembourg | 9.5 per 1,000 people | |
168 | Sweden | 9.3 per 1,000 people | |
169 | Belgium | 9.2 per 1,000 people | |
170 | Netherlands | 9.2 per 1,000 people | |
171 | Serbia | 9.2 per 1,000 people | |
172 | Sint Maarten (Dutch part) | 9.085 per 1,000 people | |
173 | Canada | 8.9 per 1,000 people | |
174 | North Macedonia | 8.8 per 1,000 people | |
175 | Chile | 8.723 per 1,000 people | |
176 | Switzerland | 8.7 per 1,000 people | |
177 | Cuba | 8.62 per 1,000 people | |
178 | Slovakia | 8.5 per 1,000 people | |
179 | Austria | 8.4 per 1,000 people | |
180 | Liechtenstein | 8.4 per 1,000 people | |
181 | Russia | 8.4 per 1,000 people | |
182 | Bulgaria | 8.3 per 1,000 people | |
183 | Croatia | 8.3 per 1,000 people | |
184 | Isle of Man | 8.277 per 1,000 people | |
185 | British Virgin Islands | 8.218 per 1,000 people | |
186 | Hungary | 8.2 per 1,000 people | |
187 | Thailand | 8.116 per 1,000 people | |
188 | Germany | 8.1 per 1,000 people | |
189 | Bermuda | 7.92 per 1,000 people | |
190 | Portugal | 7.9 per 1,000 people | |
191 | Slovenia | 7.9 per 1,000 people | |
192 | Finland | 7.8 per 1,000 people | |
193 | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 7.72 per 1,000 people | |
194 | Czech Republic | 7.7 per 1,000 people | |
195 | Malta | 7.7 per 1,000 people | |
196 | Aruba | 7.593 per 1,000 people | |
197 | Romania | 7.5 per 1,000 people | |
198 | Singapore | 7.4 per 1,000 people | |
199 | Curaçao | 7.2 per 1,000 people | |
200 | Estonia | 7.1 per 1,000 people | |
201 | Belarus | 7.031 per 1,000 people | |
202 | Latvia | 6.9 per 1,000 people | |
203 | Poland | 6.9 per 1,000 people | |
204 | Andorra | 6.852 per 1,000 people | |
205 | China | 6.77 per 1,000 people | |
206 | Greece | 6.6 per 1,000 people | |
207 | Lithuania | 6.6 per 1,000 people | |
208 | Spain | 6.5 per 1,000 people | |
209 | Italy | 6.3 per 1,000 people | |
210 | Japan | 5.7 per 1,000 people | |
211 | Puerto Rico | 5.7 per 1,000 people | |
212 | Ukraine | 5.466 per 1,000 people | |
213 | China, Macao SAR | 5.3 per 1,000 people | |
214 | China, Hong Kong SAR | 4.9 per 1,000 people | |
215 | South Korea | 4.7 per 1,000 people | |
216 | San Marino | 4.2 per 1,000 people |
- #1
Central African Republic
- #2
Chad
- #3
Somalia
- #4
Niger
- #5
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
- #6
Mali
- #7
Angola
- #8
Mozambique
- #9
Afghanistan
- #10
Tanzania
Analysis: These countries represent the highest values in this dataset, showcasing significant scale and impact on global statistics.
- #216
San Marino
- #215
South Korea
- #214
China, Hong Kong SAR
- #213
China, Macao SAR
- #212
Ukraine
- #211
Puerto Rico
- #210
Japan
- #209
Italy
- #208
Spain
- #207
Lithuania
Context: These countries or territories have the lowest values, often due to geographic size, administrative status, or specific characteristics.
Analysis & Context
In 2024, the country with the highest Crude Birth Rate is the Central African Republic at 46.19 births per 1,000 people, while the lowest is Estonia at 7.10. The global range for this metric highlights significant disparities in birth rates across different regions. The global average Crude Birth Rate stands at 18.13, providing a crucial benchmark for understanding demographic trends worldwide.
High Birth Rates in Sub-Saharan Africa
Sub-Saharan Africa continues to dominate the list of countries with high Crude Birth Rates. This region is characterized by countries such as the Central African Republic with a rate of 46.19, Chad at 43.26, and Somalia at 42.35. These high figures can be attributed to a combination of factors including lower access to contraception, higher fertility rates, and cultural norms that favor larger families. Additionally, economic conditions and limited access to education, particularly for women, play significant roles in sustaining these high birth rates.
Low Birth Rates in Europe and Developed Regions
Conversely, countries with the lowest Crude Birth Rates are predominantly in Europe and other developed regions. Estonia, with a rate of 7.10, and Singapore at 7.40, exemplify this trend. Factors contributing to low birth rates include higher levels of education, greater access to family planning, and economic structures that support smaller family sizes. Furthermore, societal shifts toward delayed childbearing and increased participation of women in the workforce contribute to these lower rates.
Year-over-Year Trends and Notable Changes
The average global Crude Birth Rate experienced a decrease of 0.31 (-1.9%) from the previous year, highlighting a general trend towards declining birth rates. However, some countries showed notable increases. The Syrian Arab Republic saw the most significant rise, with an increase of 1.05 (4.8%), which may reflect demographic adjustments post-conflict. Chad also experienced an increase of 0.87 (2.0%), likely influenced by its ongoing high fertility rates.
In contrast, countries such as Mongolia and Saint Martin (French part) recorded the steepest declines, with reductions of 2.10 (-11.1%) and 2.02 (-11.9%), respectively. These decreases can be linked to improved access to health services and changing societal norms around family size. The Seychelles saw a dramatic reduction of 2.00 (-15.4%), possibly due to economic factors and increased urbanization influencing family planning decisions.
Economic and Policy Influences
Economic conditions and government policies play pivotal roles in shaping Crude Birth Rates. In countries like Niger and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, high birth rates of 41.42 and 40.89 respectively, are often a consequence of limited economic opportunities and insufficient healthcare infrastructure. Conversely, in low birth rate countries such as Finland and Slovenia, rates of 7.80 and 7.90 are influenced by robust social welfare systems and policies that support family planning and gender equality.
Overall, the Crude Birth Rate serves as a critical indicator of demographic trends and socio-economic conditions. Understanding the factors behind these rates can inform policy decisions that address population growth challenges and opportunities globally.
Frequently Asked Questions About Crude Birth Rate in 2024
Which country has the highest crude birth rate in 2024?
The Central African Republic has the highest crude birth rate in 2024, with 46.19 births per 1,000 people.
Which country has the lowest crude birth rate in 2024?
San Marino has the lowest crude birth rate in 2024, with 4.2 births per 1,000 people.
What is the average crude birth rate across all countries in 2024?
The average crude birth rate across all countries in 2024 is 17.23 births per 1,000 people.
What is the median crude birth rate for countries in 2024?
The median crude birth rate for countries in 2024 is 13.4 births per 1,000 people.
Which countries are in the top 3 for crude birth rates in 2024?
The top 3 countries for crude birth rates in 2024 are the Central African Republic, Chad, and Somalia.
What is the range of crude birth rates among the countries in 2024?
The range of crude birth rates in 2024 spans from 4.2 births per 1,000 people in San Marino to 46.19 births per 1,000 people in the Central African Republic.
Insights by country
Gambia
In 2024, Gambia has a Crude Birth Rate of 29.857 per 1,000 people, ranking #32 out of 216 countries. This rate is significantly higher than the global average, reflecting the country's youthful population and higher fertility rates compared to many developed nations. Key drivers include limited access to family planning services and a cultural emphasis on larger families, which contribute to the persistently high birth rate in Gambia.
American Samoa
In 2024, American Samoa has a Crude Birth Rate of 14.994 per 1,000 people, ranking #105 out of 216 countries. This rate is higher than many Pacific neighbors, reflecting a regional trend of relatively stable birth rates compared to global averages, which tend to be lower. Contributing factors include American Samoa's young population and cultural values that emphasize family and childbearing, alongside limited access to comprehensive reproductive health services.
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan's Crude Birth Rate in 2024 is 10 per 1,000 people, placing it at #156 out of 216 countries. This rate is lower than the global average, reflecting trends seen in various post-Soviet states. Contributing factors include urbanization, economic development, and changing societal norms regarding family size and childbearing.
Bangladesh
In 2024, Bangladesh has a Crude Birth Rate of 19.988 per 1,000 people, ranking #74 out of 216 countries. This rate is higher than the global average, which reflects ongoing challenges in reproductive health and family planning. Key drivers include a young population and cultural norms that favor larger families, alongside limited access to education and healthcare in rural areas.
Cabo Verde
Cabo Verde has a Crude Birth Rate of 12.222 per 1,000 people in 2024, ranking #116 out of 216 countries. This rate is lower than the global average, reflecting trends seen in many small island nations. Contributing factors include improved access to education and healthcare, particularly for women, alongside economic development that influences family planning choices.
New Zealand
In 2024, New Zealand has a Crude Birth Rate of 11.03 per 1,000 people, ranking #137 out of 216 countries. This rate is lower than the global average, reflecting a trend seen in many developed nations.
Key factors influencing this statistic include New Zealand's stable economy, access to healthcare, and a trend towards smaller family sizes, as younger generations prioritize education and career development.
Montenegro
In 2024, Montenegro has a crude birth rate of 11.2 per 1,000 people, ranking #132 out of 216 countries. This rate is below the European average, indicating a trend towards lower fertility common in many developed nations. Contributing factors include economic challenges, urbanization, and a declining youth population, which have influenced family planning decisions and birth rates in the country.
Turkey
In 2024, Turkey has a Crude Birth Rate of 11 per 1,000 people, ranking #139 out of 216 countries. This rate is lower than the global average, reflecting broader trends in fertility decline across many regions. Contributing factors include urbanization, increased access to education and healthcare, and changing societal norms regarding family size.
Belarus
In 2024, Belarus has a crude birth rate of 7.031 per 1,000 people, ranking #201 out of 216 countries. This rate is significantly lower than the global average, reflecting broader trends in Eastern Europe where many countries face declining birth rates. Contributing factors include a challenging economic environment, which affects family planning decisions, and a demographic shift towards an aging population, leading to fewer women of childbearing age.
Costa Rica
Costa Rica has a Crude Birth Rate of 9.991 per 1,000 people in 2024, ranking #158 out of 216 countries. This rate is lower than the regional average for Central America, reflecting a broader trend of declining fertility rates in the region. Contributing factors include increased access to education and healthcare, particularly for women, along with government policies promoting family planning and reproductive health services.
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Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people) - Indonesia | Data
The World Bank is an international financial institution that provides data on various economic and social indicators for countries worldwide. The dataset on crude birth rate offers insights into the number of live births per 1,000 people in Indonesia, reflecting demographic trends and population growth.
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