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South Sudan Infant Mortality Rate

Infant mortality rate per 1,000 live births  SP.DYN.IMRT.IN

72.6 +0.0 (+0.0%)
Year 2025 Rank #3 Global Peak 472.5 (1988) Source World Bank

South Sudan Infant Mortality Rate (1960–2025)

Overview

South Sudan's infant mortality rate stood at 72.6 in 2025, a rise of +0.0 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 72.6 by 2025. South Sudan ranked 3rd globally.

Data & projection

Year Infant Mortality Rate YoY change Rank
2026* trend 72.6 - -
2025* trend 72.6 - -
2025 72.6 +0.0 #3
2023 72.6 +0.0 #195
2022 72.6 +0.0 #193
2021 72.6 +0.0 #194
2020 72.6 +0.0 #193
2019 72.6 −19.2 #193
2018 91.8 −81.1 #195
2017 172.9 +8.8 #195
2016 164.1 +15.6 #195
2015 148.5 +30.8 #195
2014 117.7 +44.8 #195
2013 72.9 −1.1 #191
2012 74.0 −2.1 #191
2011 76.1 −2.9 #191
2010 79.0 −3.1 #191
Show all years (1960-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Fiscal Dominance Trap
Government debt exceeding 80% of GDP with real interest rates negative and inflation above 10%. Monetary policy effectiveness impaired by fiscal pressures.
Inflation 91.4% Real rate -26.9%
Occurred 386 times, 278 successful
Inflation
28.2%
Real rate
-4.2%
Inflation
219.9%
Real rate
-47.4%
Inflation
28.3%
Real rate
-7.0%
Inflation
91.4%
Real rate
-26.9%
Inflation
13.6%
Real rate
-0.9%
Inflation
133.5%
Real rate
-17.3%

Analysis

South Sudan matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2024. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw infant mortality rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Sudan's infant mortality rate?

South Sudan's infant mortality rate was 72.6 in 2025. Ranked 3rd globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest infant mortality rate in South Sudan?

South Sudan's infant mortality rate peaked at 472.5 in 1988.

What was the lowest infant mortality rate in South Sudan?

The lowest infant mortality rate in South Sudan was 72.6 in 2019.

How does South Sudan rank in infant mortality rate?

South Sudan ranks 3rd globally in infant mortality rate as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for infant mortality rate?

The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.IMRT.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected infant mortality rate of South Sudan in 2025?

South Sudan's infant mortality rate is projected to reach 72.6 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the infant mortality rate of South Sudan in 2025?

The infant mortality rate of South Sudan in 2025 was 72.6. This ranks 3rd in the world.

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@misc{historysaid_south-sudan_infant-mortality, title = {South Sudan Infant Mortality Rate}, url = {https://historysaid.com/south-sudan/infant-mortality}, publisher = {HistorySaid}, year = {2026} }