Poland Maternal Mortality Ratio
Maternal mortality ratio per 100,000 live births SH.STA.MMRT
Poland's maternal mortality ratio was 1.80 in 2025, ranked 189th globally. This represents a 10.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1985–2025.
Overview
Poland's maternal mortality ratio stood at 1.80 in 2025, a decline of +0.20 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 1.80 by 2025. Poland ranked 189th globally.
Poland's maternal mortality ratio has undergone significant improvements over the past four decades. From a peak of 19.00 deaths per 100,000 live births in 1986, the country has made substantial strides in reducing maternal mortality. By 2025, Poland's maternal mortality ratio had dropped to 1.80, ranking 189 globally. This decline is comparable to Norway's maternal mortality ratio, which stands at 1.60. Poland's improvement in maternal health outcomes is a notable achievement, especially considering the country's initial struggles in the mid-1980s. The sustained decline in maternal mortality ratio from 1985 to 2025 indicates the effectiveness of Poland's healthcare policies and investments in maternal healthcare. However, Poland's maternal mortality ratio remains higher than that of Australia, which has a ratio of 1.20. Continued investments in maternal healthcare and healthcare infrastructure will be crucial in further reducing Poland's maternal mortality ratio and potentially surpassing that of its peer countries.
Data & projection
| Year | Maternal Mortality Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 1.70 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 1.80 | - | - |
| 2025 | 1.80 | −0.20 | #189 |
| 2023 | 2.00 | +0.00 | #5 |
| 2022 | 2.00 | +0.00 | #3 |
| 2021 | 2.00 | −1.00 | #3 |
| 2020 | 3.00 | +1.00 | #5 |
| 2019 | 2.00 | +0.00 | #3 |
| 2018 | 2.00 | +0.00 | #3 |
| 2017 | 2.00 | +0.00 | #3 |
| 2016 | 2.00 | +0.00 | #3 |
| 2015 | 2.00 | +0.00 | #3 |
| 2014 | 2.00 | +0.00 | #3 |
| 2013 | 2.00 | +0.00 | #2 |
| 2012 | 2.00 | +0.00 | #2 |
| 2011 | 2.00 | −1.00 | #2 |
| 2010 | 3.00 | +0.00 | #4 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Poland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw maternal mortality ratio improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Poland's maternal mortality ratio was 1.80 in 2025. Ranked 189th globally. This represents a 10.0% decrease from the previous year.
Poland's maternal mortality ratio peaked at 19.00 in 1985.
The lowest maternal mortality ratio in Poland was 1.80 in 2025.
Poland ranks 189th globally in maternal mortality ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.STA.MMRT. Data sourced from World Bank.
Poland's maternal mortality ratio is projected to reach 1.80 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The maternal mortality ratio of Poland in 2025 was 1.80. This ranks 189th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_poland_maternal-mortality,
title = {Poland Maternal Mortality Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/poland/maternal-mortality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}