Bhutan Infant Mortality Rate
Infant mortality rate per 1,000 live births SP.DYN.IMRT.IN
Bhutan's infant mortality rate was 17.2 in 2025, ranked 74th globally. This represents a 7.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1968–2025.
Overview
Bhutan's infant mortality rate stood at 17.2 in 2025, a decline of +1.3 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 17.2 by 2025. Bhutan ranked 74th globally.
Bhutan's infant mortality rate has undergone significant improvement since its peak in 1968, when the rate stood at 190.90, one of the highest globally. Over the subsequent 57 years, the rate has steadily declined, reaching a record low of 17.20 in 2025, positioning Bhutan 74th globally. This improvement is comparable to neighboring countries such as Lebanon, which has an infant mortality rate of 17.54, and surpasses that of Grenada, which has a rate of 16.76. The remarkable reduction in infant mortality in Bhutan is a testament to the country's advancements in healthcare, particularly in maternal and child care. The World Bank data underscores the effectiveness of Bhutan's development policies, which have prioritized healthcare and education. However, the trend may be impacted by future changes in healthcare infrastructure, government policies, and environmental factors, and a reversal in recent gains could occur if funding for healthcare programs is reduced or if climate change affects agricultural productivity and food security, potentially exacerbating health challenges in rural areas.
Data & projection
| Year | Infant Mortality Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 16.6 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 17.2 | - | - |
| 2025 | 17.2 | −1.3 | #74 |
| 2023 | 18.5 | −0.6 | #124 |
| 2022 | 19.1 | −0.7 | #124 |
| 2021 | 19.8 | −0.5 | #126 |
| 2020 | 20.3 | −0.8 | #125 |
| 2019 | 21.1 | −0.7 | #127 |
| 2018 | 21.8 | −0.8 | #127 |
| 2017 | 22.6 | −0.8 | #128 |
| 2016 | 23.4 | −1.0 | #128 |
| 2015 | 24.4 | −1.0 | #128 |
| 2014 | 25.4 | −1.1 | #129 |
| 2013 | 26.5 | −1.4 | #131 |
| 2012 | 27.9 | −1.6 | #131 |
| 2011 | 29.5 | −1.9 | #131 |
| 2010 | 31.4 | −2.2 | #134 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bhutan matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2007. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw infant mortality rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bhutan's infant mortality rate was 17.2 in 2025. Ranked 74th globally. This represents a 7.0% decrease from the previous year.
Bhutan's infant mortality rate peaked at 190.9 in 1968.
The lowest infant mortality rate in Bhutan was 17.2 in 2025.
Bhutan ranks 74th globally in infant mortality rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.IMRT.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
Bhutan's infant mortality rate is projected to reach 17.2 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The infant mortality rate of Bhutan in 2025 was 17.2. This ranks 74th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bhutan_infant-mortality,
title = {Bhutan Infant Mortality Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bhutan/infant-mortality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}