South Sudan Birth Rate
Crude birth rate per 1,000 people SP.DYN.CBRT.IN
South Sudan's birth rate was 28.4 in 2025, ranked 34th globally. This represents a 0.6% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
South Sudan's birth rate stood at 28.4 in 2025, a decline of +0.2 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 28.4 by 2025. South Sudan ranked 34th globally.
South Sudan's birth rate has experienced significant fluctuations over the past six and a half decades. At 28.43 children per 1,000 people in 2025, the country's birth rate ranks 34th globally, with a slight edge over Equatorial Guinea's 28.48. In contrast, the all-time peak of 54.57 children per 1,000 people in 1971 was more than double the current rate, reflecting a substantial decline over the years. This trend mirrors the experiences of other countries in the region, such as Eritrea, which also exhibits a high birth rate. Conversely, the birth rate in South Sudan has reached its all-time trough in 2025, underscoring the country's efforts to address population growth. The current birth rate of 28.43 children per 1,000 people is a result of various socio-economic and demographic factors. If the country continues to invest in education, particularly for women, and improve access to family planning resources, the birth rate is likely to continue its downward trajectory, potentially leading to a more stable population growth.
Data & projection
| Year | Birth Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 28.2 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 28.4 | - | - |
| 2025 | 28.4 | −0.2 | #34 |
| 2023 | 28.6 | −0.5 | #182 |
| 2022 | 29.1 | −0.6 | #183 |
| 2021 | 29.7 | +0.3 | #183 |
| 2020 | 29.4 | +0.0 | #179 |
| 2019 | 29.4 | +0.4 | #177 |
| 2018 | 29.1 | −3.7 | #172 |
| 2017 | 32.8 | −2.3 | #185 |
| 2016 | 35.1 | −0.4 | #194 |
| 2015 | 35.4 | −2.8 | #193 |
| 2014 | 38.2 | −0.1 | #200 |
| 2013 | 38.3 | −0.8 | #197 |
| 2012 | 39.1 | −0.6 | #200 |
| 2011 | 39.8 | −0.1 | #201 |
| 2010 | 39.9 | −1.1 | #200 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
South Sudan matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2024. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw birth rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
South Sudan's birth rate was 28.4 in 2025. Ranked 34th globally. This represents a 0.6% decrease from the previous year.
South Sudan's birth rate peaked at 54.6 in 1971.
The lowest birth rate in South Sudan was 28.4 in 2025.
South Sudan ranks 34th globally in birth rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.CBRT.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
South Sudan's birth rate is projected to reach 28.4 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The birth rate of South Sudan in 2025 was 28.4. This ranks 34th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_south-sudan_birth-rate,
title = {South Sudan Birth Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/south-sudan/birth-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}