Slovak Republic Infant Mortality Rate
Infant mortality rate per 1,000 live births SP.DYN.IMRT.IN
Slovak Republic's infant mortality rate was 5.2 in 2025, ranked 141st globally. This represents a 1.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Slovak Republic's infant mortality rate stood at 5.2 in 2025, a rise of +0.1 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 5.2 by 2025. Slovak Republic ranked 141st globally.
The Slovak Republic has made significant strides in reducing infant mortality rates over the past six and a half decades, with the rate plummeting from a peak of 30.60 in 1960 to 4.90 in 2020, before rising to 5.18 in 2025. This dramatic decrease is part of a broader trend observed in many developed economies, as evidenced by Romania's 5.26 infant mortality rate, which is only marginally higher than Slovakia's. The improvement in infant mortality rates can be attributed to advancements in healthcare infrastructure, better access to medical care, and heightened awareness of maternal and child health. The slight increase in Slovakia's infant mortality rate in 2025 may be a temporary blip, but sustained investment in healthcare and continued economic development will be crucial in maintaining this trend. Further declines in infant mortality rates will depend on the government's ability to address health disparities and maintain high levels of healthcare access and quality.
Data & projection
| Year | Infant Mortality Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 5.2 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 5.2 | - | - |
| 2025 | 5.2 | +0.1 | #141 |
| 2023 | 5.1 | +0.1 | #52 |
| 2022 | 5.0 | +0.0 | #49 |
| 2021 | 5.0 | +0.1 | #46 |
| 2020 | 4.9 | +0.0 | #45 |
| 2019 | 4.9 | −0.1 | #44 |
| 2018 | 5.0 | +0.0 | #43 |
| 2017 | 5.0 | −0.1 | #43 |
| 2016 | 5.1 | +0.0 | #43 |
| 2015 | 5.1 | −0.1 | #43 |
| 2014 | 5.2 | −0.1 | #43 |
| 2013 | 5.3 | −0.1 | #43 |
| 2012 | 5.4 | −0.1 | #42 |
| 2011 | 5.5 | −0.2 | #42 |
| 2010 | 5.7 | −0.2 | #42 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Slovak Republic matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2014. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw infant mortality rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Slovak Republic's infant mortality rate was 5.2 in 2025. Ranked 141st globally. This represents a 1.6% increase from the previous year.
Slovak Republic's infant mortality rate peaked at 30.6 in 1960.
The lowest infant mortality rate in Slovak Republic was 4.9 in 2019.
Slovak Republic ranks 141st globally in infant mortality rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.IMRT.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
Slovak Republic's infant mortality rate is projected to reach 5.2 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The infant mortality rate of Slovak Republic in 2025 was 5.2. This ranks 141st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_slovak-republic_infant-mortality,
title = {Slovak Republic Infant Mortality Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/slovak-republic/infant-mortality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}