Tuvalu Maternal Mortality Ratio
Maternal mortality ratio per 100,000 live births SH.STA.MMRT
Tuvalu's maternal mortality ratio was 199.20 in 2025, ranked 34th globally. This represents a 17.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1985–2025.
Overview
Tuvalu's maternal mortality ratio stood at 199.20 in 2025, a rise of +29.20 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 199.20 by 2025. Tuvalu ranked 34th globally.
Tuvalu’s maternal mortality ratio has fallen markedly over the past four decades, declining from an early‑recorded 230.00 in 1985 to 199.20 in 2025, a figure that places the nation 34th globally. The ratio peaked at 312.00 in 1992 before reaching its all‑time low of 153.00 in 2018, indicating sustained progress in maternal health despite the country’s limited health‑care infrastructure. Compared with peer low‑income nations, Tuvalu’s 2025 level is slightly higher than Tanzania’s 192.40 and Timor‑Leste’s 192.00, yet lower than Rwanda’s 213.20, suggesting that regional improvements are uneven. The downward trajectory reflects expanded access to prenatal services, better emergency obstetric care, and targeted international assistance. Continued investment in skilled birth attendants and strengthening of referral systems will be crucial to push the ratio further down, potentially moving Tuvalu into the sub‑200 range and narrowing the gap with its peers.
Data & projection
| Year | Maternal Mortality Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 203.60 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 199.20 | - | - |
| 2025 | 199.20 | +29.20 | #34 |
| 2023 | 170.00 | −50.00 | #151 |
| 2022 | 220.00 | +63.00 | #159 |
| 2021 | 157.00 | −49.00 | #133 |
| 2020 | 206.00 | +51.00 | #157 |
| 2019 | 155.00 | +2.00 | #142 |
| 2018 | 153.00 | −18.00 | #140 |
| 2017 | 171.00 | +1.00 | #142 |
| 2016 | 170.00 | +1.00 | #140 |
| 2015 | 169.00 | +1.00 | #139 |
| 2014 | 168.00 | +0.00 | #135 |
| 2013 | 168.00 | +0.00 | #134 |
| 2012 | 168.00 | −1.00 | #134 |
| 2011 | 169.00 | −44.00 | #134 |
| 2010 | 213.00 | −2.00 | #139 |
Analysis
Tuvalu's maternal mortality ratio was 199.20 in 2025, a rise of +29.20 from 2024. Based on trends, estimated 199.20 by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tuvalu's maternal mortality ratio was 199.20 in 2025. Ranked 34th globally. This represents a 17.2% increase from the previous year.
Tuvalu's maternal mortality ratio peaked at 312.00 in 1992.
The lowest maternal mortality ratio in Tuvalu was 153.00 in 2018.
Tuvalu ranks 34th globally in maternal mortality ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.STA.MMRT. Data sourced from World Bank.
Tuvalu's maternal mortality ratio is projected to reach 199.20 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The maternal mortality ratio of Tuvalu in 2025 was 199.20. This ranks 34th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_tuvalu_maternal-mortality,
title = {Tuvalu Maternal Mortality Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/tuvalu/maternal-mortality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}