Saudi Arabia Fertility Rate
Total fertility rate SP.DYN.TFRT.IN
Saudi Arabia's fertility rate was 2.05 in 2025, ranked 96th globally. This represents a 10.1% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Saudi Arabia's fertility rate stood at 2.05 in 2025, a decline of +0.23 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 2.05 by 2025. Saudi Arabia ranked 96th globally.
Saudi Arabia's fertility rate has undergone significant fluctuations over the past six and a half decades, from a peak of 7.67 children per woman in 1964 to a current low of 2.05, placing it at the 96th position globally in 2025. This decline is a characteristic trend observed in many countries, with Myanmar, for instance, also experiencing a fertility rate of 2.07 children per woman in 2025. The pronounced drop in Saudi Arabia's fertility rate can be attributed to a combination of factors, including urbanization, changes in family planning attitudes, and the increasing participation of women in the workforce. As the country's demographics continue to evolve, the fertility rate is likely to remain low, with potential implications for its labor force and pension systems. A reversal in this trend could be triggered by significant improvements in education and economic opportunities for women, leading to increased fertility rates and a shift in the country's demographic profile.
Data & projection
| Year | Fertility Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 2.00 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 2.05 | - | - |
| 2025 | 2.05 | −0.23 | #96 |
| 2023 | 2.28 | +0.14 | #130 |
| 2022 | 2.14 | −0.03 | #122 |
| 2021 | 2.17 | −0.10 | #121 |
| 2020 | 2.27 | −0.22 | #122 |
| 2019 | 2.49 | −0.18 | #132 |
| 2018 | 2.67 | +0.00 | #138 |
| 2017 | 2.67 | +0.02 | #138 |
| 2016 | 2.65 | +0.02 | #134 |
| 2015 | 2.63 | −0.05 | #131 |
| 2014 | 2.68 | +0.01 | #132 |
| 2013 | 2.67 | −0.11 | #133 |
| 2012 | 2.78 | −0.02 | #138 |
| 2011 | 2.80 | −0.01 | #138 |
| 2010 | 2.81 | −0.14 | #137 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Saudi Arabia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw fertility rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Saudi Arabia's fertility rate was 2.05 in 2025. Ranked 96th globally. This represents a 10.1% decrease from the previous year.
Saudi Arabia's fertility rate peaked at 7.67 in 1964.
The lowest fertility rate in Saudi Arabia was 2.05 in 2025.
Saudi Arabia ranks 96th globally in fertility rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.TFRT.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
Saudi Arabia's fertility rate is projected to reach 2.05 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The fertility rate of Saudi Arabia in 2025 was 2.05. This ranks 96th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_saudi-arabia_fertility-rate,
title = {Saudi Arabia Fertility Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/saudi-arabia/fertility-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}