Samoa Maternal Mortality Ratio
Maternal mortality ratio per 100,000 live births SH.STA.MMRT
Samoa's maternal mortality ratio was 100.60 in 2025, ranked 66th globally. This represents a 0.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1985–2025.
Overview
Samoa's maternal mortality ratio stood at 100.60 in 2025, a decline of +0.40 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 100.60 by 2025. Samoa ranked 66th globally.
Samoa's maternal mortality ratio has shown a considerable decline over the past four decades, with a notable improvement from an all-time peak of 160.00 in 1985 to a trough of 85.00 in 2007. Since then, the ratio has gradually increased, reaching 100.60 in 2025, ranking the country #66 globally. This trajectory is comparable to that of Lao PDR, which has a similar ratio of 103.20, and slightly lower than Vanuatu's 103.40. Brazil, a peer with a ratio of 99.00, has made more substantial progress in reducing maternal mortality. The data suggests that despite some fluctuations, Samoa has made progress in reducing maternal mortality, albeit at a slower pace in recent years. To continue improving this indicator, Samoa will need to address underlying health system challenges and invest in maternal healthcare infrastructure, particularly in rural areas, where access to quality healthcare services remains limited.
Data & projection
| Year | Maternal Mortality Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 98.20 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 100.60 | - | - |
| 2025 | 100.60 | −0.40 | #66 |
| 2023 | 101.00 | −9.00 | #131 |
| 2022 | 110.00 | −5.00 | #129 |
| 2021 | 115.00 | +1.00 | #114 |
| 2020 | 114.00 | +3.00 | #131 |
| 2019 | 111.00 | +1.00 | #132 |
| 2018 | 110.00 | −1.00 | #131 |
| 2017 | 111.00 | +3.00 | #131 |
| 2016 | 108.00 | +0.00 | #127 |
| 2015 | 108.00 | +2.00 | #125 |
| 2014 | 106.00 | +6.00 | #125 |
| 2013 | 100.00 | −1.00 | #123 |
| 2012 | 101.00 | +8.00 | #123 |
| 2011 | 93.00 | +1.00 | #119 |
| 2010 | 92.00 | −2.00 | #116 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Samoa 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
Samoa's maternal mortality ratio was 100.60 in 2025. Ranked 66th globally. This represents a 0.4% decrease from the previous year.
Samoa's maternal mortality ratio peaked at 160.00 in 1985.
The lowest maternal mortality ratio in Samoa was 85.00 in 2007.
Samoa ranks 66th globally in maternal mortality ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.STA.MMRT. Data sourced from World Bank.
Samoa's maternal mortality ratio is projected to reach 100.60 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The maternal mortality ratio of Samoa in 2025 was 100.60. This ranks 66th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_samoa_maternal-mortality,
title = {Samoa Maternal Mortality Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/samoa/maternal-mortality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}