Rwanda Fertility Rate
Total fertility rate SP.DYN.TFRT.IN
Rwanda's fertility rate was 3.56 in 2025, ranked 38th globally. This represents a 3.7% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Rwanda's fertility rate stood at 3.56 in 2025, a decline of +0.14 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 3.56 by 2025. Rwanda ranked 38th globally.
Rwanda's fertility rate has experienced a significant decline over the past six and a half decades, from a peak of 8.28 children per woman in 1960 to a current rate of 3.56 children per woman in 2025. This downward trend positions Rwanda among the lower-middle fertility rate countries globally, ranking 38th out of 191 countries. In comparison, neighboring Eritrea boasts a comparable fertility rate of 3.57 children per woman, while Gabon ranks just below Rwanda with a rate of 3.53 children per woman. Rwanda's fertility rate has been steadily decreasing since the 1960s, driven by improved access to education, family planning services, and economic development. As the country continues to urbanize and modernize, it is likely that its fertility rate will continue to decline, potentially reaching even lower levels in the future. A significant increase in the country's female labor force participation rate could further accelerate this decline, leading to a rapid shift in Rwanda's demographic landscape.
Data & projection
| Year | Fertility Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 3.49 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 3.56 | - | - |
| 2025 | 3.56 | −0.14 | #38 |
| 2023 | 3.70 | −0.08 | #180 |
| 2022 | 3.78 | −0.06 | #181 |
| 2021 | 3.84 | −0.07 | #181 |
| 2020 | 3.91 | −0.07 | #181 |
| 2019 | 3.99 | −0.06 | #181 |
| 2018 | 4.05 | −0.04 | #181 |
| 2017 | 4.08 | −0.02 | #180 |
| 2016 | 4.11 | −0.00 | #178 |
| 2015 | 4.11 | −0.01 | #178 |
| 2014 | 4.12 | −0.02 | #177 |
| 2013 | 4.14 | −0.06 | #176 |
| 2012 | 4.20 | −0.13 | #175 |
| 2011 | 4.33 | −0.19 | #176 |
| 2010 | 4.52 | −0.19 | #179 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Rwanda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw fertility rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Rwanda's fertility rate was 3.56 in 2025. Ranked 38th globally. This represents a 3.7% decrease from the previous year.
Rwanda's fertility rate peaked at 8.28 in 1960.
The lowest fertility rate in Rwanda was 3.56 in 2025.
Rwanda ranks 38th globally in fertility rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.TFRT.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
Rwanda's fertility rate is projected to reach 3.56 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The fertility rate of Rwanda in 2025 was 3.56. This ranks 38th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_rwanda_fertility-rate,
title = {Rwanda Fertility Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/rwanda/fertility-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}