Samoa Birth Rate
Crude birth rate per 1,000 people SP.DYN.CBRT.IN
Samoa's birth rate was 24.2 in 2025, ranked 52nd globally. This represents a 4.8% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Samoa's birth rate stood at 24.2 in 2025, a decline of +1.2 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 24.2 by 2025. Samoa ranked 52nd globally.
Samoa's birth rate has undergone significant fluctuations over the past 65 years, with an all-time peak of 50.99 in 1960 and a current low of 24.18 in 2025. This decline represents a substantial decrease of 26.81 births per 1,000 people, indicating a notable shift in demographic trends. Compared to its peers, such as Botswana with a birth rate of 24.39, Samoa's rate is marginally lower, while Papua New Guinea's rate of 23.69 is slightly lower. Historically, Samoa's birth rate has been influenced by various factors, including cultural practices, economic conditions, and access to education and family planning services. The country's birth rate has been declining steadily since the 1960s, a trend that is likely to continue if fertility rates remain low and economic conditions support family planning. However, a significant improvement in economic conditions or changes in fertility rates could alter the trajectory of Samoa's birth rate.
Data & projection
| Year | Birth Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 23.5 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 24.2 | - | - |
| 2025 | 24.2 | −1.2 | #52 |
| 2023 | 25.4 | −0.7 | #165 |
| 2022 | 26.1 | −0.8 | #166 |
| 2021 | 26.9 | −0.6 | #167 |
| 2020 | 27.5 | −0.5 | #169 |
| 2019 | 28.0 | −0.5 | #169 |
| 2018 | 28.5 | −0.3 | #169 |
| 2017 | 28.8 | −0.5 | #168 |
| 2016 | 29.3 | −0.5 | #167 |
| 2015 | 29.8 | −0.4 | #167 |
| 2014 | 30.2 | −0.3 | #167 |
| 2013 | 30.5 | −0.2 | #167 |
| 2012 | 30.7 | −0.1 | #166 |
| 2011 | 30.8 | +0.2 | #166 |
| 2010 | 30.5 | +0.4 | #162 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Samoa matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw birth rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Samoa's birth rate was 24.2 in 2025. Ranked 52nd globally. This represents a 4.8% decrease from the previous year.
Samoa's birth rate peaked at 51.0 in 1960.
The lowest birth rate in Samoa was 24.2 in 2025.
Samoa ranks 52nd globally in birth rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.CBRT.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
Samoa's birth rate is projected to reach 24.2 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The birth rate of Samoa in 2025 was 24.2. This ranks 52nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_samoa_birth-rate,
title = {Samoa Birth Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/samoa/birth-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}