Palau Maternal Mortality Ratio
Maternal mortality ratio per 100,000 live births SH.STA.MMRT
Palau's maternal mortality ratio was 109.60 in 2025, ranked 62nd globally. This represents a 23.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1985–2025.
Overview
Palau's maternal mortality ratio stood at 109.60 in 2025, a rise of +20.60 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 109.60 by 2025. Palau ranked 62nd globally.
Palau's maternal mortality ratio has exhibited fluctuations over the past four decades, with a notable peak of 125.00 in 1997 and a trough of 78.00 in 2014. The ratio has slowly increased since then, reaching 109.60 in 2025, positioning Palau at the 62nd spot globally. When compared to its peer countries, Palau's maternal mortality ratio is comparable to that of Belize, which also has a ratio of 110.20. Bangladesh, another peer country, has a slightly lower ratio of 107.80. The ratio's trajectory suggests that Palau's maternal health outcomes have not improved significantly in recent years. Despite the country's efforts, the ratio remains a concern, with a significant gap compared to more developed nations. To alter this trajectory, Palau would need to invest in improving access to quality healthcare services, particularly for pregnant women and new mothers, as well as addressing the underlying factors contributing to maternal mortality.
Data & projection
| Year | Maternal Mortality Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 111.00 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 109.60 | - | - |
| 2025 | 109.60 | +20.60 | #62 |
| 2023 | 89.00 | −32.00 | #127 |
| 2022 | 121.00 | +12.00 | #134 |
| 2021 | 109.00 | −8.00 | #111 |
| 2020 | 117.00 | +33.00 | #132 |
| 2019 | 84.00 | +2.00 | #120 |
| 2018 | 82.00 | +2.00 | #119 |
| 2017 | 80.00 | +0.00 | #119 |
| 2016 | 80.00 | +1.00 | #119 |
| 2015 | 79.00 | +1.00 | #115 |
| 2014 | 78.00 | −7.00 | #114 |
| 2013 | 85.00 | +1.00 | #117 |
| 2012 | 84.00 | +1.00 | #114 |
| 2011 | 83.00 | −13.00 | #113 |
| 2010 | 96.00 | +2.00 | #119 |
Analysis
Palau's maternal mortality ratio was 109.60 in 2025, a rise of +20.60 from 2024. Based on trends, estimated 109.60 by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Palau's maternal mortality ratio was 109.60 in 2025. Ranked 62nd globally. This represents a 23.1% increase from the previous year.
Palau's maternal mortality ratio peaked at 125.00 in 1997.
The lowest maternal mortality ratio in Palau was 78.00 in 2014.
Palau ranks 62nd globally in maternal mortality ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.STA.MMRT. Data sourced from World Bank.
Palau's maternal mortality ratio is projected to reach 109.60 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The maternal mortality ratio of Palau in 2025 was 109.60. This ranks 62nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_palau_maternal-mortality,
title = {Palau Maternal Mortality Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/palau/maternal-mortality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}