Panama Birth Rate
Crude birth rate per 1,000 people SP.DYN.CBRT.IN
Panama's birth rate was 15.2 in 2025, ranked 99th globally. This represents a 5.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Panama's birth rate stood at 15.2 in 2025, a decline of +0.9 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 15.2 by 2025. Panama ranked 99th globally.
Panama's birth rate has exhibited a significant decline over the past 65 years, with the all-time peak of 41.28 in 1962 and a subsequent drop to the current rate of 15.17, ranking #99 globally. This trend is consistent with many Latin American countries, such as Mexico, which shares a similar birth rate of 15.16. In comparison, Oman has a slightly higher birth rate of 15.24. The drastic decrease in birth rate from 1960's 41.06 to the current rate can be attributed to various socio-economic factors, including urbanization, education, and access to family planning services. The low birth rate presents a challenge for Panama's population growth and may impact its workforce and social security systems in the long run. If Panama's fertility rate continues to decline, it may face labor shortages and increased pressure on its pension and healthcare systems, requiring adjustments in its demographic policies and social security frameworks.
Data & projection
| Year | Birth Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 14.8 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 15.2 | - | - |
| 2025 | 15.2 | −0.9 | #99 |
| 2023 | 16.0 | −0.2 | #120 |
| 2022 | 16.2 | −0.2 | #121 |
| 2021 | 16.4 | −0.3 | #119 |
| 2020 | 16.7 | −0.9 | #120 |
| 2019 | 17.6 | −0.9 | #120 |
| 2018 | 18.5 | −0.6 | #123 |
| 2017 | 19.1 | −0.4 | #124 |
| 2016 | 19.5 | −0.3 | #125 |
| 2015 | 19.8 | −0.3 | #125 |
| 2014 | 20.1 | −0.3 | #123 |
| 2013 | 20.4 | −0.3 | #124 |
| 2012 | 20.7 | −0.2 | #123 |
| 2011 | 21.0 | −0.0 | #122 |
| 2010 | 21.0 | −0.2 | #123 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Panama matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1994. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw birth rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Panama's birth rate was 15.2 in 2025. Ranked 99th globally. This represents a 5.4% decrease from the previous year.
Panama's birth rate peaked at 41.3 in 1962.
The lowest birth rate in Panama was 15.2 in 2025.
Panama ranks 99th globally in birth rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.CBRT.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
Panama's birth rate is projected to reach 15.2 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The birth rate of Panama in 2025 was 15.2. This ranks 99th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_panama_birth-rate,
title = {Panama Birth Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/panama/birth-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}