Spain Maternal Mortality Ratio
Maternal mortality ratio per 100,000 live births SH.STA.MMRT
Spain's maternal mortality ratio was 3.60 in 2025, ranked 182nd globally. This represents a 20.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1985–2025.
Overview
Spain's maternal mortality ratio stood at 3.60 in 2025, a rise of +0.60 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 3.60 by 2025. Spain ranked 182nd globally.
Spain's Maternal Mortality Ratio has experienced significant fluctuations over the past four decades. At its peak in 1989, the ratio reached 7.00, a level that far exceeds the current global average. However, the country has made substantial progress in reducing maternal mortality, with the ratio plummeting to 3.00 by 2023. Notably, Spain's current ratio of 3.60 is now comparable to that of Switzerland and the Netherlands, which rank alongside it globally. This improvement is a testament to advancements in healthcare infrastructure and policy implementation. Despite the progress, Spain still ranks 182nd globally in terms of maternal mortality ratio. To further consolidate this trend, the government would need to maintain its emphasis on maternal healthcare, particularly in rural areas where access to quality medical services can be limited.
Data & projection
| Year | Maternal Mortality Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 3.60 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 3.60 | - | - |
| 2025 | 3.60 | +0.60 | #182 |
| 2023 | 3.00 | −1.00 | #8 |
| 2022 | 4.00 | +0.00 | #11 |
| 2021 | 4.00 | +0.00 | #9 |
| 2020 | 4.00 | +1.00 | #9 |
| 2019 | 3.00 | +0.00 | #6 |
| 2018 | 3.00 | +0.00 | #6 |
| 2017 | 3.00 | +0.00 | #6 |
| 2016 | 3.00 | −1.00 | #6 |
| 2015 | 4.00 | +0.00 | #7 |
| 2014 | 4.00 | +0.00 | #7 |
| 2013 | 4.00 | +0.00 | #7 |
| 2012 | 4.00 | +0.00 | #7 |
| 2011 | 4.00 | +0.00 | #6 |
| 2010 | 4.00 | +0.00 | #6 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Spain matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2023. 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
Spain's maternal mortality ratio was 3.60 in 2025. Ranked 182nd globally. This represents a 20.0% increase from the previous year.
Spain's maternal mortality ratio peaked at 7.00 in 1986.
The lowest maternal mortality ratio in Spain was 3.00 in 2016.
Spain ranks 182nd globally in maternal mortality ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.STA.MMRT. Data sourced from World Bank.
Spain's maternal mortality ratio is projected to reach 3.60 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The maternal mortality ratio of Spain in 2025 was 3.60. This ranks 182nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_spain_maternal-mortality,
title = {Spain Maternal Mortality Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/spain/maternal-mortality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}