Infant Mortality Rate: Honduras

Analysis# Honduras Infant Mortality Rate Honduras recorded 12.8 infant deaths per 1,000 births in 2024, representing a historic low for the country. Since 1960, when the rate peaked at 141.8 per 1,000 births, Honduras has achieved a 91% reduction in infant mortality. The current figure marks the lowest point in the entire 64-year measurement period, demonstrating sustained progress in child health outcomes. The most significant progress emerged after 2015, when the rate stood at 17 per 1,000 births. Over the subsequent nine years, Honduras reduced infant mortality by 4.2 points through consistent annual improvements, averaging a 0.5-point decline each year. This steady downward trajectory suggests continued momentum in healthcare access and maternal and infant care quality, positioning Honduras favorably within its regional context.