Samoa Fertility Rate
Total fertility rate SP.DYN.TFRT.IN
Samoa's fertility rate was 3.71 in 2025, ranked 32nd globally. This represents a 3.1% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Samoa's fertility rate stood at 3.71 in 2025, a decline of +0.12 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 3.71 by 2025. Samoa ranked 32nd globally.
Samoa's fertility rate has undergone a significant decline over the past 65 years, with the all-time peak of 7.78 children per woman recorded in 1960. This rate has steadily decreased, reaching its current value of 3.71 children per woman in 2025, ranking the country 32nd globally. The most recent rate is comparable to that of Zimbabwe, which also experiences a fertility rate of 3.74 children per woman. The downward trend in fertility rates is characteristic of many countries in the Pacific region, reflecting changes in family planning, education, and economic development. Given the current low fertility rate and the country's relatively high ranking among its peers, it is likely that Samoa will continue to experience a decrease in its fertility rate, potentially leading to a more aging population and associated demographic challenges. A potential shift in family planning policies or changes in economic conditions could alter this trajectory, however.
Data & projection
| Year | Fertility Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 3.65 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 3.71 | - | - |
| 2025 | 3.71 | −0.12 | #32 |
| 2023 | 3.83 | −0.05 | #185 |
| 2022 | 3.88 | −0.06 | #185 |
| 2021 | 3.94 | −0.06 | #184 |
| 2020 | 4.00 | −0.06 | #183 |
| 2019 | 4.06 | −0.08 | #183 |
| 2018 | 4.14 | −0.06 | #183 |
| 2017 | 4.20 | −0.07 | #183 |
| 2016 | 4.26 | −0.08 | #183 |
| 2015 | 4.34 | −0.08 | #182 |
| 2014 | 4.42 | −0.07 | #182 |
| 2013 | 4.49 | −0.05 | #181 |
| 2012 | 4.55 | −0.01 | #181 |
| 2011 | 4.56 | +0.04 | #179 |
| 2010 | 4.52 | +0.05 | #178 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Samoa matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw fertility rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Samoa's fertility rate was 3.71 in 2025. Ranked 32nd globally. This represents a 3.1% decrease from the previous year.
Samoa's fertility rate peaked at 7.78 in 1960.
The lowest fertility rate in Samoa was 3.71 in 2025.
Samoa ranks 32nd globally in fertility rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.TFRT.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
Samoa's fertility rate is projected to reach 3.71 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The fertility rate of Samoa in 2025 was 3.71. This ranks 32nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_samoa_fertility-rate,
title = {Samoa Fertility Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/samoa/fertility-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}