Antigua and Barbuda Maternal Mortality Ratio
Maternal mortality ratio per 100,000 live births SH.STA.MMRT
Antigua and Barbuda's maternal mortality ratio was 36.80 in 2025, ranked 113th globally. This represents a 5.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1985–2025.
Overview
Antigua and Barbuda's maternal mortality ratio stood at 36.80 in 2025, a rise of +1.80 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 36.80 by 2025. Antigua and Barbuda ranked 113th globally.
Antigua and Barbuda's maternal mortality ratio has undergone significant fluctuations over the past four decades. At 36.80 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2025, the country ranks 113 globally, according to the World Bank. The highest recorded maternal mortality ratio was 42.00 in 1991, while the lowest was 28.00 in 2016. This represents a 32% decrease from the peak. Comparatively, Jordan's maternal mortality ratio, which ranks closer to Antigua and Barbuda's, stands at 38.60. The trend suggests that Antigua and Barbuda's maternal mortality ratio has been improving, albeit with some fluctuations. The recent decline, particularly in the 2016 trough, indicates a positive shift in healthcare outcomes for the country. However, continued investment in maternal healthcare infrastructure and services will be crucial to sustaining this trend and further reducing the maternal mortality ratio.
Data & projection
| Year | Maternal Mortality Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 37.50 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 36.80 | - | - |
| 2025 | 36.80 | +1.80 | #113 |
| 2023 | 35.00 | −1.00 | #84 |
| 2022 | 36.00 | +4.00 | #80 |
| 2021 | 32.00 | −3.00 | #63 |
| 2020 | 35.00 | +3.00 | #76 |
| 2019 | 32.00 | +1.00 | #79 |
| 2018 | 31.00 | +0.00 | #79 |
| 2017 | 31.00 | +3.00 | #79 |
| 2016 | 28.00 | −2.00 | #76 |
| 2015 | 30.00 | −2.00 | #76 |
| 2014 | 32.00 | +0.00 | #77 |
| 2013 | 32.00 | +2.00 | #76 |
| 2012 | 30.00 | −1.00 | #75 |
| 2011 | 31.00 | +0.00 | #74 |
| 2010 | 31.00 | −1.00 | #74 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Antigua and Barbuda matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1984. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw maternal mortality ratio improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Antigua and Barbuda's maternal mortality ratio was 36.80 in 2025. Ranked 113th globally. This represents a 5.1% increase from the previous year.
Antigua and Barbuda's maternal mortality ratio peaked at 42.00 in 1991.
The lowest maternal mortality ratio in Antigua and Barbuda was 28.00 in 2016.
Antigua and Barbuda ranks 113th globally in maternal mortality ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.STA.MMRT. Data sourced from World Bank.
Antigua and Barbuda's maternal mortality ratio is projected to reach 36.80 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The maternal mortality ratio of Antigua and Barbuda in 2025 was 36.80. This ranks 113th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Antigua and Barbuda Maternal Mortality Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/antigua-and-barbuda/maternal-mortality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}