Bosnia and Herzegovina Maternal Mortality Ratio
Maternal mortality ratio per 100,000 live births SH.STA.MMRT
Bosnia and Herzegovina's maternal mortality ratio was 10.80 in 2025, ranked 151st globally. This represents a 80.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1985–2025.
Overview
Bosnia and Herzegovina's maternal mortality ratio stood at 10.80 in 2025, a rise of +4.80 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 10.80 by 2025. Bosnia and Herzegovina ranked 151st globally.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's Maternal Mortality Ratio has shown a significant decline over the past four decades, from a peak of 35.00 in 1985 to a trough of 6.00 in 2023. This reduction indicates substantial progress in improving maternal health services and outcomes in the country. Currently, Bosnia and Herzegovina ranks #151 globally, with a ratio of 10.80 in 2025. Notably, Chile ranks just above Bosnia and Herzegovina with a ratio of 11.00, suggesting that the country still lags behind some of its peers in terms of maternal health outcomes. The rapid decline in maternal mortality in Bosnia and Herzegovina is a testament to the country's efforts to strengthen its healthcare system. However, to continue this trend, addressing gaps in rural healthcare and improving access to quality maternal care services will be crucial, as this remains a major challenge in the region.
Data & projection
| Year | Maternal Mortality Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 11.30 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 10.80 | - | - |
| 2025 | 10.80 | +4.80 | #151 |
| 2023 | 6.00 | −6.00 | #31 |
| 2022 | 12.00 | −1.00 | #40 |
| 2021 | 13.00 | +6.00 | #40 |
| 2020 | 7.00 | +1.00 | #26 |
| 2019 | 6.00 | −1.00 | #26 |
| 2018 | 7.00 | +0.00 | #32 |
| 2017 | 7.00 | +0.00 | #31 |
| 2016 | 7.00 | +0.00 | #30 |
| 2015 | 7.00 | +0.00 | #30 |
| 2014 | 7.00 | +0.00 | #28 |
| 2013 | 7.00 | +0.00 | #27 |
| 2012 | 7.00 | +0.00 | #25 |
| 2011 | 7.00 | −1.00 | #22 |
| 2010 | 8.00 | +0.00 | #26 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bosnia and Herzegovina matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw maternal mortality ratio improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bosnia and Herzegovina's maternal mortality ratio was 10.80 in 2025. Ranked 151st globally. This represents a 80.0% increase from the previous year.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's maternal mortality ratio peaked at 35.00 in 1985.
The lowest maternal mortality ratio in Bosnia and Herzegovina was 6.00 in 2019.
Bosnia and Herzegovina ranks 151st globally in maternal mortality ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.STA.MMRT. Data sourced from World Bank.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's maternal mortality ratio is projected to reach 10.80 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The maternal mortality ratio of Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2025 was 10.80. This ranks 151st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bosnia-and-herzegovina_maternal-mortality,
title = {Bosnia and Herzegovina Maternal Mortality Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bosnia-and-herzegovina/maternal-mortality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}