Infant Mortality Rate: Croatia

Analysis# Croatia Infant Mortality Rate Croatia's infant mortality rate stands at 4.1 per 1,000 births in 2024, reflecting one of Europe's lowest levels. Since 1981, when the rate peaked at 19.2 per 1,000 births, the country has achieved a remarkable 78.6% reduction. The all-time low of 3.9 per 1,000 births occurred in 2021, demonstrating Croatia's sustained progress in child health and maternal care over four decades. The most significant improvements occurred between 1981 and the early 2000s, driven by healthcare modernization and expanded access to prenatal services. Recent years show stabilization around 4.0 per 1,000 births, with minor fluctuations between 3.9 and 4.1. This plateau suggests Croatia has reached a baseline characteristic of developed nations, where further reductions become increasingly challenging without major healthcare innovations or systemic changes.