Iceland Fertility Rate
Total fertility rate SP.DYN.TFRT.IN
Iceland's fertility rate was 1.52 in 2025, ranked 144th globally. This represents a 4.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Iceland's fertility rate stood at 1.52 in 2025, a decline of +0.07 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 1.52 by 2025. Iceland ranked 144th globally.
Iceland's fertility rate has undergone significant decline over the past 65 years, with the all-time peak of 4.29 children per woman in 1960 and the current trough of 1.52 children per woman in 2025. This substantial drop positions Iceland among countries with the lowest fertility rates globally. A comparison with peer countries reveals that Iceland shares the same fertility rate as Hungary and the United Kingdom, both ranked 144 globally in 2025. The steady decline in fertility rate since 1960 reflects the increasing trend of smaller family sizes and delayed childbearing in Iceland. The low fertility rate may pose challenges for Iceland's labor market and population growth in the future. A substantial increase in immigration or a shift in family policies could alter the trajectory of Iceland's fertility rate and help mitigate potential demographic challenges.
Data & projection
| Year | Fertility Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 1.48 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 1.52 | - | - |
| 2025 | 1.52 | −0.07 | #144 |
| 2023 | 1.59 | +0.00 | #81 |
| 2022 | 1.59 | −0.23 | #75 |
| 2021 | 1.82 | +0.10 | #98 |
| 2020 | 1.72 | −0.02 | #87 |
| 2019 | 1.74 | +0.03 | #84 |
| 2018 | 1.71 | +0.00 | #71 |
| 2017 | 1.71 | −0.03 | #68 |
| 2016 | 1.74 | −0.06 | #69 |
| 2015 | 1.80 | −0.13 | #74 |
| 2014 | 1.93 | +0.00 | #82 |
| 2013 | 1.93 | −0.11 | #80 |
| 2012 | 2.04 | +0.02 | #93 |
| 2011 | 2.02 | −0.18 | #89 |
| 2010 | 2.20 | −0.03 | #103 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Iceland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2016. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw fertility rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Iceland's fertility rate was 1.52 in 2025. Ranked 144th globally. This represents a 4.4% decrease from the previous year.
Iceland's fertility rate peaked at 4.29 in 1960.
The lowest fertility rate in Iceland was 1.52 in 2025.
Iceland ranks 144th globally in fertility rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.TFRT.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
Iceland's fertility rate is projected to reach 1.52 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The fertility rate of Iceland in 2025 was 1.52. This ranks 144th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_iceland_fertility-rate,
title = {Iceland Fertility Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/iceland/fertility-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}