Sri Lanka Maternal Mortality Ratio
Maternal mortality ratio per 100,000 live births SH.STA.MMRT
Sri Lanka's maternal mortality ratio was 21.40 in 2025, ranked 128th globally. This represents a 18.9% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1985–2025.
Overview
Sri Lanka's maternal mortality ratio stood at 21.40 in 2025, a rise of +3.40 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 21.40 by 2025. Sri Lanka ranked 128th globally.
Sri Lanka's maternal mortality ratio has experienced a significant decline over the past four decades. The country's all-time peak of 68.00 in 1985 is in stark contrast to its all-time trough of 18.00 in 2023, demonstrating a considerable improvement in healthcare services and maternal health outcomes. Sri Lanka's maternal mortality ratio of 21.40 in 2025 ranks 128th globally, closely trailing behind Egypt, Arab Republic of, with a ratio of 22.20. This downward trend suggests that the country's efforts to enhance healthcare infrastructure and maternal care have been effective. However, a ratio of 21.40 still indicates a significant number of maternal deaths, and further improvements are necessary to reduce the burden of maternal mortality. A potential shift in the country's demographic trends or an increase in access to healthcare services could alter the trajectory of Sri Lanka's maternal mortality ratio, potentially leading to a continued decline in maternal mortality rates.
Data & projection
| Year | Maternal Mortality Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 20.90 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 21.40 | - | - |
| 2025 | 21.40 | +3.40 | #128 |
| 2023 | 18.00 | −4.00 | #70 |
| 2022 | 22.00 | −12.00 | #66 |
| 2021 | 34.00 | +11.00 | #64 |
| 2020 | 23.00 | +3.00 | #61 |
| 2019 | 20.00 | −1.00 | #68 |
| 2018 | 21.00 | +0.00 | #70 |
| 2017 | 21.00 | −1.00 | #68 |
| 2016 | 22.00 | +0.00 | #68 |
| 2015 | 22.00 | −1.00 | #68 |
| 2014 | 23.00 | +0.00 | #69 |
| 2013 | 23.00 | −1.00 | #66 |
| 2012 | 24.00 | −1.00 | #68 |
| 2011 | 25.00 | −1.00 | #67 |
| 2010 | 26.00 | −2.00 | #67 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Sri Lanka matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. 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
Sri Lanka's maternal mortality ratio was 21.40 in 2025. Ranked 128th globally. This represents a 18.9% increase from the previous year.
Sri Lanka's maternal mortality ratio peaked at 68.00 in 1985.
The lowest maternal mortality ratio in Sri Lanka was 18.00 in 2023.
Sri Lanka ranks 128th globally in maternal mortality ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.STA.MMRT. Data sourced from World Bank.
Sri Lanka's maternal mortality ratio is projected to reach 21.40 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The maternal mortality ratio of Sri Lanka in 2025 was 21.40. This ranks 128th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_sri-lanka_maternal-mortality,
title = {Sri Lanka Maternal Mortality Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/sri-lanka/maternal-mortality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}