Philippines Fertility Rate
Total fertility rate SP.DYN.TFRT.IN
Philippines's fertility rate was 1.72 in 2025, ranked 119th globally. This represents a 10.3% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Philippines's fertility rate stood at 1.72 in 2025, a decline of +0.20 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 1.72 by 2025. Philippines ranked 119th globally.
The Philippines has experienced a significant decline in its fertility rate over the past six and a half decades, from an all-time high of 7.00 children per woman in 1960 to a record low of 1.72 in 2025. This trend places the country at the 119th position globally, ranking alongside countries such as Qatar, which also reported a fertility rate of 1.72 in 2025. The drastic reduction in fertility rates is a testament to the country's demographic transition, driven by improvements in education, healthcare, and economic development. As the population ages and the working-age population shrinks, the Philippines will face challenges in sustaining its economic growth and providing for its citizens' social security. Continued urbanization and access to family planning resources may further accelerate the decline in fertility rates, potentially exacerbating the country's aging population issue.
Data & projection
| Year | Fertility Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 1.65 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 1.72 | - | - |
| 2025 | 1.72 | −0.20 | #119 |
| 2023 | 1.92 | −0.01 | #110 |
| 2022 | 1.93 | −0.02 | #108 |
| 2021 | 1.95 | −0.13 | #106 |
| 2020 | 2.08 | −0.14 | #116 |
| 2019 | 2.22 | −0.16 | #119 |
| 2018 | 2.38 | −0.15 | #123 |
| 2017 | 2.53 | −0.15 | #130 |
| 2016 | 2.68 | −0.15 | #136 |
| 2015 | 2.83 | −0.07 | #141 |
| 2014 | 2.89 | −0.15 | #141 |
| 2013 | 3.04 | −0.10 | #148 |
| 2012 | 3.14 | −0.09 | #149 |
| 2011 | 3.24 | −0.08 | #152 |
| 2010 | 3.32 | −0.06 | #154 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Philippines matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw fertility rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Philippines's fertility rate was 1.72 in 2025. Ranked 119th globally. This represents a 10.3% decrease from the previous year.
Philippines's fertility rate peaked at 7.00 in 1960.
The lowest fertility rate in Philippines was 1.72 in 2025.
Philippines ranks 119th globally in fertility rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.TFRT.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
Philippines's fertility rate is projected to reach 1.72 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The fertility rate of Philippines in 2025 was 1.72. This ranks 119th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_philippines_fertility-rate,
title = {Philippines Fertility Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/philippines/fertility-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}